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| Country | United States |
| Region | Oakville, Napa Valley |
| Grape varietal | 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 0.5% Merlot, 0.5% Malbec |
| Food pairing | Beef, lamb, game (deer, venison), poultry, mature and hard cheese |
| Alcohol content | 14% |
The Opus One 2021 effuses seductive, dark-fruit aromas of crushed cassis, blackberry, and black cherry with subtle hints of violet, vanilla, and baking spices. Bright and fresh on the attack, concentrated flavours mirror the aromas and are coupled with an exceptionally plush, creamy texture in the mid-palate from the fine-grained tannins. Poignant notes of black tea, liquorice, and dark chocolate lead to a long, lingering finish. With attentive cellaring, the wine will delight for decades to come.
100 points, Jane Anson
99 points, James Suckling
98 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown