The 2019 Opus One shows off the more opulent side of the vintage to great effect. Sumptuous dark fruit, spice and floral accents wrap around the palate, with a fair amount of new oak adding volume and exotic flair. This is an especially showy Opus One that will drink well with minimal cellaring. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, December 2023)
The 2019 Opus One shows off the more opulent side of the vintage to great effect. Sumptuous dark fruit, spice and floral accents wrap around the palate, with a fair amount of new oak adding volume and exotic flair. This is an especially showy Opus One that will drink well with minimal cellaring. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, December 2023)
Dec 27th, 2023The 2019 Opus One is a remarkably elegant wine. Silky tannins and bright, floral aromatics add to an impression of total finesse. Crushed flowers, bright red-toned fruit, mint, lavender and rose petal are all beautifully delineated. There's a touch of new oak today, but new wood has never been a signature of Opus One, so I imagine that is a stage in the wine's development. Interestingly, the 2019 is the first vintage fermented mostly with ambient yeasts. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, February 2023)
The 2019 Opus One is a remarkably elegant wine. Silky tannins and bright, floral aromatics add to an impression of total finesse. Crushed flowers, bright red-toned fruit, mint, lavender and rose petal are all beautifully delineated. There's a touch of new oak today, but new wood has never been a signature of Opus One, so I imagine that is a stage in the wine's development. Interestingly, the 2019 is the first vintage fermented mostly with ambient yeasts. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, February 2023)
Feb 17th, 2023
Lovely oak on the nose and palette to complement bright red fruit on the front palette.
Lovely oak on the nose and palette to complement bright red fruit on the front palette.
Sep 7th, 2023
This particular vintage is spectacular. Fully balanced with big fruit, hints of vanilla, good acidity, high alcohol, and a long long dark fruit finish. Cheers.
This particular vintage is spectacular. Fully balanced with big fruit, hints of vanilla, good acidity, high alcohol, and a long long dark fruit finish. Cheers.
Aug 24th, 2023
Chinese resto in Alhambra. 2019 good year!
Chinese resto in Alhambra. 2019 good year!
Jul 16th, 2023
2019 - Nice! A bit young but already have the florals and red and black fruit and spice
2019 - Nice! A bit young but already have the florals and red and black fruit and spice
Mar 2nd, 2023
Opus One tasting
2019 Opus
2017 Opus
2012 Opus
The 12 drinks really well with time to go but hard to imagine it gets a lot better, the 17 was uninspiring with muted nose and subdued taste, the 19 has good potential in 6-9 years. Note: Pours were a little light for the price, so buyer beware!
Opus One tasting
2019 Opus
2017 Opus
2012 Opus
The 12 drinks really well with time to go but hard to imagine it gets a lot better, the 17 was uninspiring with muted nose and subdued taste, the 19 has good potential in 6-9 years. Note: Pours were a little light for the price, so buyer beware!
Feb 18th, 2023
2019 fine but not the earthiness I would like for the price
2019 fine but not the earthiness I would like for the price
Oct 6th, 2022
Brent had this 5 days ago
Brent had this 5 days ago
Apr 27th, 2024
Mark had this 18 days ago
Mark had this 18 days ago
Apr 14th, 2024
Napa Valley, California, USA
