![]() The facial profile of the two founders is visible on their iconic label. Producing luxury wines from its Napa Valley vineyards, the partnership made its first vintage in 1979 and has made wine at Opus One since 1991. Opus One is a partnership founded by Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Pauillac, France, and renowned Napa Valley vintner, Robert Mondavi. Extended barrel aging gives the wine an elegant texture accentuated by round tannins and a soft mouthfeel. Notes of bright cherry and red currant are underpinned by more earthy tones of ground cocoa, cedar and vanilla. Overture displays a vibrant garnet color with expressive aromas of fresh red fruit. Yet, when these lots are afforded additional time in barrel along with the added flexibility of blending across multiple vintages, the final wine achieves a remarkable elegance and complexity. ![]() Extended barrel aging gives the wine an elegant. The classic blackberry and cassis character of Cabernet Sauvignon melds seamlessly with the black cherry, red currant and violet from the Merlot, Cabernet Franc. ![]() This scrutiny carries through the blending process and certain lots will not be included in the final Opus One blend. Notes of bright cherry and red currant are underpinned by more earthy tones of ground cocoa, cedar and vanilla. Every acre of the estate vineyard is meticulously farmed with the attention to detail and singular focus required to produce Opus One. SKU 1373726 Direct from Opus One Winery Share close Opus One 'Overture' Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend (2018 Release) Price: 124. A very fine hint of chocolate on the persistence.Beginning in 1993 and following in the tradition of great Bordeaux estates, Opus One created a fine second wine called Overture. 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. 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. 750ML Out of Stock (was 110.99) Alert me about new vintages and availability All products from this winery This wine only Set Alert Alert me about new vintages and availability All products from this winery This wine only Set Alert 5. "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." Go to shop 130.00 65.00 / 750ml Buyer's premium 25 Auction Continuous Auction Case of 2 Btls Opus One Overture Lay & Wheeler Wine Merchants UK: Suffolk Free UK delivery for Cellar Circle members. 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. Cabernet Sauvignon / 14.5 ABV / Napa Valley, California, United States. ![]() The blending of wine-lots across vintages and extended barrel ageing gives Overture a supple structure and silky texture. Opus One Opus One Overture Napa Valley Red Wine 750ml Article code 2100000064908 Make a choice: Quantity: + - 149.99 Add to cart Shipping Nationwide FCL For Sale or Check Stock Please Email : Overview Overture displays a vibrant garnet color with expressive aromas of fresh red fruit. 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. A timeless expression of our estate vineyards, Overture is full bodied but approachable in its youth. By marrying multiple vintages, it yields a softer, rounder expression of their estate compared to Opus One.
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