Exquisite tension and finesse with an almost Burgundian texture, yet it’s Napa in its soul with ripe fruit, stones, spices and Chinese tea leaf flavors. Drink dates 2026-2036.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous (December 2018)ĩ7 Points: “Mesmerizing aromas of flowers, bark, currants and blackberries. The blend is 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec. Of the last four vintages, the 2016 is certainly the most open-knit in the early going. I expect the 2016 will enjoy a long drinking window that will start to open relatively soon. In this mini-vertical, the 2016 most closely resembles the 2014, although it has more mid-palate sweetness and overall depth, along with a slightly darker profile. Drink date 2022- 2055.” – Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (August 2018)ĩ6+ Points: The 2016 Opus One has turned out beautifully. This a very decadent expression of Opus One with a provocatively effortless harmoniousness that is truly difficult to resist. Full-bodied, super-concentrated and packed with black and blue fruits, the palate is built like a brick house with firm, ripe, finely grained tannins and oodles of freshness, finishing long and perfumed. Very deep purple-black, the nose reveals profound notions of chocolate-covered cherries, crème de cassis, blueberry compote and licorice with touches of tobacco, cedar chest, Sichuan pepper, eucalyptus, and violets. Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 1.5% Malbec, the Opus One 2016 Proprietary Red Wine was recently bottled in July and August 2018. Needs at least three to five years to come together.” – James Suckling (May 2019)
Full-bodied yet linear and very refined with a very persistent finish.
99 Points: “Fantastic aromas that are complex and complete with blackcurrants, blueberries, and herbs, such as basil and bay leaf.
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