Opus One Napa Valley 2016

The 2016 Opus One is a remarkably elegant and balanced red Bordeaux blend from Oakville, Napa Valley, composed of 77.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5% Malbec. This vintage offers a sophisticated aromatic profile featuring fresh red and blue fruits, baking spices, vanilla, and spring florals, alongside nuanced notes of sage, rosemary, and black olive. On the palate, it delivers juicy flavors of black cherry, blackberry, and cassis supported by creamy, fine-grained tannins and a round structure. Aged for 18 months in new French oak, the wine is full-bodied yet refined, finishing with enduring touches of dark chocolate and espresso. Critics have highly praised this vintage for its seamless harmony and structural brilliance, noting its exceptional aging potential through 2040 and beyond.