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.