In the mouth this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy blackberry and small notes of fleshy blueberry associated with fine touches of strawberry as well as hints of tonka bean/chocolate, bourbon vanilla and cardamom (in the background). The mouth is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy/acidulous frame, a good definition, density and a very fine grain. Highlights Opus One Tastings Home Tasting a 40-year vertical of any wine from its conception through to its latest bottled vintage is always exciting, because you are tracing a proof of concept, asking the question whether the belief and investment in this particular wine has proved to be justified. It reveals notes of Boysen berry, cassis and small notes of violet associated with fine touches of strawberry, small blue berries as well as fine hints of cornflower/violet, touches of Cuben pepper and nutmeg. The quiet profile of Opus One blends with the natural surroundings the vineyards and rolling hills of the Napa Valley. "The nose is fruity, fresh and offers a fine power/concentration. The blending of wine-lots across vintages and extended barrel aging give Overture a supple structure and silky texture." The classic blackberry and cassis character of Cabernet Sauvignon melds seamlessly with the black cherry, red currant and violet from the Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. This remarkable terroir expresses itself in the complex aromas, flavors and especially, textures of Overture. "Overture is a timeless reflection of our Opus One estate vineyards. It's a hugely complex wine that complements the freshness of younger vintages with the depth of more mature wines. The blending of wine-lots across vintages and extended barrel ageing gives Overture a supple structure and silky texture. The flagship Opus One is a Cabernet-dominant Bordeaux blend, which also contains smaller quantities of. The blackberry and cassis character of Cabernet Sauvignon melds seamlessly with the black cherry, red currant and violet from the Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Opus One produces just two wines: Opus One and Overture. By marrying multiple vintages, it yields a softer, rounder expression of their estate compared to Opus One.
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