Opus One 2017

This 2017 transforms Napa heat into concentrated elegance with mesmerizing aromatic complexity.

The 2017 Opus One opens with an intoxicating bouquet of sun-warmed cassis and espresso bean, layered beneath whispers of cedar shavings and pipe tobacco. On the palate, concentrated black cherry essence mingles with dark chocolate undertones, while vanilla-touched oak provides subtle framework rather than dominance. The wine's most compelling attribute emerges in its texture—simultaneously powerful and refined, with tannins that coat the mouth like velvet yet maintain structural integrity. Cedar notes intensify on the lengthy finish, accompanied by lingering tobacco leaf complexity. This vintage demonstrates remarkable aging potential through 2037.

🍷 You appreciate Bordeaux-style elegance with California power and want a wine that rewards contemplative sipping over the next two decades.

Pairs with: Dry-aged ribeye with rosemary, Braised short ribs with dark cherry reduction, Aged Pecorino Romano with honeycomb, Dark chocolate tart with espresso