Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Opus One
Label Name:
 
Napa Valley (2022 Release)
Vintage:
 
2012
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley (Oakville AVA)
Volume:
 
3000ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon 79%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Petit Verdot 6%, Merlot 6%, Malbec 2%
Method:
 
Hand‑harvested estate fruit; component fermentations with ~18 days skin contact; aged ~18 months in French (predominantly new) oak barrels; blended and bottle‑aged prior to release.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Rich cassis, blackberry and black cherry with graphite, tobacco, cedar and mocha. Silky, satiny tannins, lively acidity and polished oak spice lead to a long, layered finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: roasted ribeye, prime rib, lamb, beef short ribs, mushroom dishes, aged cheddar. Asian: Peking duck, Korean bulgogi/galbi, char siu, miso‑glazed short ribs — pairs well with umami‑rich and grilled/smoky preparations.
Vineyard Info:
 
Founded 1978 as the Mondavi–de Rothschild joint venture in Oakville; flagship Bordeaux‑style proprietary blend drawing fruit from estate parcels including To Kalon.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 96/100; James Suckling 97/100; Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 95–96/100; Wine Spectator 93/100; Decanter ~97/100. Widely praised for balance, texture and aging potential