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Asserting its independence and striking a perfect balance between its two partners, Opus One’s sole aim is to maintain its founders’ vision and passion for future generations.įind out more about Opus One : www.opusonewinery. The winery was founded as a joint venture between Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chteau Mouton Rothschild and Robert Mondavi to create a single Bordeaux style blend based upon Napa Valley Cabernet. The wine was called napamedoc until 1982 when it was named Opus One.
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Baroness Philippine de Rothschild inaugurated the new Opus One winery, one of the architectural gems of the Napa Valley, in 1991.Ĭonstellation Brands acquired Robert Mondavi Winery in 2004 and reached an agreement with Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA in the following year to continue Opus One as a 50/50 joint venture. Opus One Winery is a winery in Oakville, California, United States. Complementing both time and place is the essential human element: the attitude, will and soulful attention embodied in the team of individuals who prune, harvest, cellar and embrace the vision of our founding partners. Opus One has 55 hectares (136 acres) of vines planted with Bordeaux grape varieties. Place is best expressed in the mouthfeel of Opus One it is the balance of power and finesse, structure and texture. 1999 Opus One Napa Valley, USA Avg Price (ex-tax) 484 / 750ml Red - Bold and Structured 4.5 from 18 Reviews 92 / 100 from 8 Critic Scores Producer tasting notes: 'The 1999 Opus One offers aromas of cassis, cloves, and roasted almonds against a creamy texture of soft tannins and round, rich fruit. Opus One was a success and has been acclaimed as a “Californian First Growth”. By combining both families’ winemaking traditions and innovations, the partners aimed to create an exceptional wine in the heart of the Napa Valley. As an experiment, they taste the 2008 vintage from three bottles that were each decanted at different times, one as far. 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. This deep purple-hued effort leans to lively, fresher side of the vintage but has a brilliant, utterly classic style in its crème de cassis. The 2018 Opus One is a blend of 84 Cabernet Sauvignon, 6 Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The wine was very smooth - almost creamy in texture with soft tannins and round, rich fruit. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026. The 1999 Opus One is composed of 84 Cabernet sauvignon, 7 Merlot, 5 Cabernet Franc, 3 Malbec, and 1 Petit Verdot. Lesson learned - you cant rush a good thing. VINTAGE 1999 Early in the growing season of 1999, cool temperatures delayed bud break and bloom in Opus One’s vineyards. Still, the expectation is high when a bottle cost over 100. Dedicated to uncompromised quality, Opus One’s sole purpose is to express this vision and passionate spirit for generations to come. James visits with the director of winemaking and viticulture, Michael Silacci. Opus One, like any great work, arose out of passion. Opus One was created in 1978 by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, the legendary owner of Château Mouton Rothschild, and the famous Napa Valley wine producer Robert Mondavi. Partly owned by Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Opus One has been making elegant wines for almost 30 years from vines grown on the floor of Napa Valley.