"2021 was a mostly dry vintage (the second driest in Opus One's history), cooler, and without excessive heat. The Cabernet Sauvignon thrived under these conditions, making up an exceptional 93% of the blend. Opus One 2021 effuses seductive, dark-fruit aromas. Bright and fresh on the attack, concentrated flavors mirror the aromas and are coupled with an exceptionally plush, creamy texture in the mid-palate from the fine-grained tannins."
- 99pts James Suckling / 96-99pts Jeb Dunnuck / 97pts Vinous / 98pts The Wine Independent
In 1970, Opus One began as an idea in the brilliant minds of Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Bordeaux and Robert Mondavi of Napa Valley.
This idea for a joint venture lay dormant, like a winter vine before budbreak, until 1978, when they decided the time had come to bring their dream to fruition. Meeting at Chateau Mouton Roths... read more →