Opus One 2004

A powerhouse vintage that balances Napa intensity with Bordeaux-inspired elegance beautifully.

The nose opens with concentrated cassis liqueur and roasted espresso beans, followed by cedar shavings and pipe tobacco that speak to its twenty years of evolution. On the palate, this wine delivers substantial weight without heaviness—black cherry compote mingles with dark chocolate ganache while vanilla bean adds creamy texture. The tannins have softened into a velvety embrace, though they retain enough grip to carry the wine forward. The finish stretches impressively long, revealing layers of tobacco leaf and subtle spice. This vintage captures the essence of what makes Opus One special: Mondavi's California exuberance tempered by Rothschild's structural discipline.

🍷 You want to experience how California Cabernet can achieve Bordeaux-like complexity without sacrificing New World richness.

Pairs with: dry-aged ribeye with herb butter, braised short ribs with coffee rub, aged Pecorino Romano, dark chocolate tart with espresso