OPUS ONE 2011 PLUS

Sassicaia is the most famous Bordeaux blend in Italy and has spawned many imitations, whereby the blend is now firmly established in the New World and particularly in California and Australia. The Opus One 2011 fresh aromas of bright red fruits, herbes de provence, bay leaf and cassis which give way to subtler notes of black tea and white pepper. In St-Emilion and Pomerol, the blends are Merlot dominated as Cabernet Sauvignon can struggle to ripen there - when it is included, it adds structure and body to the wine. However 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wines can be slightly hollow-tasting in the middle palate and Merlot with its generous, fleshy fruit flavours acts as a perfect foil by filling in this cavity. A partnership between Mouton Rothschild and Robert Mondavi that started in 1979 in Oakville, California. It is particularly suited to the dry, warm, free- draining, gravel-rich soils and is responsible for the redolent cassis characteristics as well as the depth of colour, tannic structure and pronounced acidity of Médoc wines. Sub region: Napa Valley Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec Rating: VN 94. In the Médoc and Graves the percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend can range from 95% ( Mouton-Rothschild) to as low as 40%. This is actually the archetypal Bordeaux blend, though in different proportions in the sub-regions and sometimes topped up with Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. Today it is one of the most iconic and revered wines made in California, and the world. I can't imagine this distinctly cool wine blossoming in the bottle.Cabernet Sauvignon lends itself particularly well in blends with Merlot. Finishes brisk but a bit sour, with some spiky acidity and lingering pepper and herb notes. 2011 Opus One 3L (D-Magnum) click image to zoom image may not be actual bottle available. Opus One is the realized dream of two men: Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux and Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi. Spicier and leaner than the young 2012, with a strong impression of acidity and an herbal element giving a tart quality to the blackberry, graphite and leather flavors. Rather cool aromas of plum syrup, cocoa powder, licorice and fresh herbs. 71% cabernet sauvignon, 11% merlot, 9% petit verdot, 8% cabernet franc and 1% malbec.' - James Suckling (May 15, 2014)ĩ0 Points - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: Opus 2011 1 h 27 m IMDb RATING 4.

This is a subtly fruity, juicy red with a pretty texture. It's full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins and a clean, fresh finish. A brilliant, precise wine, the 2011 impresses for its.

OPUS ONE 2011 PLUS

'This is very aromatic and pretty with plum, cherry and currant aromas, plus hints of chocolate. Buy 2011 Opus One, Napa Valley, California, USA Wine - Berry Bros. The 2011 Opus One may turn out to be one of the surprises of the year. The blend is 71% Cabernet, 11% Merlot, 9% Petit Verdot/8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec.' -Antonio Galloni (November 2013) Readers will note the lower than normal presence of Cabernet Sauvignon in the 2011, which is typical for a year in which blenders play an important role. Sweet floral and spiced notes lead to expressive dark red berries, mocha, anise and new leather in a brilliant Opus One. The 2011 vintage started with unseasonably late rainfall in June which disrupted fruit set. A brilliant, precise wine, the 2011 impresses for its energy.

'The 2011 Opus One may turn out to be one of the surprises of the year.

Opus one 2011