Opus One 'Overture' Red Blend, Napa Valley, California 2021

Opus One is a prestigious Napa Valley winery founded as a collaboration between Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild. Renowned for its Bordeaux-style blends, the estate emphasizes meticulous vineyard management and sustainable practices to produce wines of exceptional quality and elegance. The 2021 vintage marks a significant milestone as the first vintage-dated bottling of 'Overture,' highlighting the unique characteristics of the growing season and the estate's terroir. Overture 2021 exemplifies Opus One's commitment to showcasing the distinctiveness of each vintage while maintaining the elegance and balance characteristic of the estate's wines.

• WINEMAKER: Michael Silacci

• FARMING: Certified Napa Green Winery; sustainable vineyard practices including sheep grazing for land regeneration and water conservation initiatives

• VARIETY: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot

• TERROIR: Oakville, Napa Valley; alluvial soils at the foot of the Mayacamas Mountains contribute to complex fruit profiles

• VINIFICATION: 19 days of skin contact; 19.5 months aging in new French oak barrels

• AGING: 19.5 months in new French oak barrels

• TASTING NOTES: Aromas of ripe plum, blackberry, and cherry, complemented by notes of dried rose petal, forest floor, and earthy minerality. The palate offers flavors of black currant, blueberry, and fraises du bois, with a velvety texture and powdery tannins. Subtle hints of coffee and dark chocolate lead to a long, well-integrated finish.

• FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with grilled lamb chops, wild mushroom risotto, or a charcuterie board featuring aged cheeses and dark chocolate.

• SCORES: 96 Points – Tasting Book