Opus One Napa Valley 2010

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Opus One
Label Name:
 
Napa Valley
Vintage:
 
2010
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley (Oakville AVA)
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Major reviews: Jeb Dunnuck 98, Vinous 97, Decanter 97, Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 96, James Suckling 96, Wine Spectator 95. Typical drinking window cited 2018–2041; highly rated and collectible

Tasting Note
Deep purple; aromas of blackcurrant, truffle, espresso and rose petal. Full-bodied palate of cassis, dark plum, dark chocolate and mineral notes with velvety tannins and a long, spicy finish.

Food Pairing
Western: Prime rib, beef Wellington, rack of lamb, mushroom risotto, truffle dishes, aged hard cheeses. Asian: Wagyu steak, Peking duck, Korean BBQ (galbi), char siu, Chinese braised short ribs, umami mushroom hot pot.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested estate fruit; 19 days skin maceration; small‑lot stainless steel fermentation with gravity flow; aged ~18 months in new French oak, then bottle‑aged before release.

Vineyard Info
Opus One is a Mondavi–de Rothschild joint venture (founded 1978/1980) in Oakville, sourcing estate and To Kalon parcels. Flagship Bordeaux‑style wine; ~25,000 cases annually; luxury, collectible estate bottling.