Opus One, Napa Valley, 2018

The Opus One 2018 is a prestigious wine from Napa Valley, California, crafted from a blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Malbec. Produced organically and aged for 17 months in oak barrels, this wine offers a sophisticated and complex experience. Origin: California Appellation: Napa Valley Vintage: 2018 Grapes: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec Producer: Opus One Winery Alcohol Content: 14% Size: 75cl Cultivation Method: Organic Aging: 17 months in oak Color: Red Scores: James Suckling - 99 points, Robert Parker - 98 points, Wine Spectator - 94 points Tasting Notes: On the nose, it presents aromas of blackberry, cassis, and black cherry, complemented by elegant notes of violets, white pepper, and rose petals. On the palate, it is a balanced wine, with soft and rounded tannins that combine with fresh acidity, creating a creamy mouthfeel and extending the flavors into a long and persistent finish.