Opus One 2001

A mature masterpiece showcasing Napa's finest terroir in perfect harmony.

The 2001 Opus One pours with the deep garnet hues of a wine that has gracefully embraced two decades of cellaring. On the nose, luxurious waves of cassis liqueur meld seamlessly with roasted espresso beans and cedar shavings from premium cooperage. The palate unfolds like velvet across the tongue, delivering concentrated blackberry compote and dark cherry preserves, while subtle tobacco leaf undertones emerge mid-palate. What distinguishes this vintage is its remarkable structural integrity—the tannins have evolved into silk, yet maintain enough backbone to carry the wine's intense fruit concentration. Graham cracker spice and vanilla bean notes from extended oak aging provide elegant counterpoint to the dark fruit core. The finish stretches magnificently, revealing layers of bittersweet chocolate and exotic spices that linger for minutes. This represents Bordeaux winemaking philosophy perfectly executed with Napa Valley's generous fruit expression.

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Pairs with: Dry-aged prime ribeye with herb butter, Braised short ribs with red wine reduction, Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano with honeycomb, Dark chocolate tart with espresso