This is focused and ready to drink and impresses with its rippling silk texture. It has a gentle but confident tannic frame and mouthwatering lift on the finish. Two parcels, totaling 100 acres, are within the renowned To Kalon. Since 1993, Overture has been crafted as a part of our relentless pursuit of quality for Opus One. This is supple with clear ripe berry fruits, generous and fully ripe, tempered by white pepper spice and smoked cedar notes. Vineyard notes: 'The estate vineyards of Opus One, comprised of 4 parcels, sit in the western portion of the famed Oakville AVA. Overture by Opus Red Blend NV Decantor 91 ' In keeping with the tradition of many great Bordeaux estates, Opus One produces a fine second wine called Overture. Overture is a blend this year of the 2014, 20 vintages, with a dominance of 2016. Aged in French oak, Overture is composed of the same five varietals that Opus One is made with: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet France, Petit Verdot, and. Overview All releases Register your interest Our vintage preview View webinar Browse all wines Latest releases 2022 Ch. In comparison to the Opus One, it is more on the red fruit spectrum with raspberry and cherry fruit and is already beautifully open and enjoyable. ![]() (Tasted: August 24, 2021, San Francisco, CA) Pair it with lightly-spiced roast chicken. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits alluring aromas and flavors of savory spices and red currants. Extended barrel aging gives the wine an elegant texture accentuated by round tannins and a soft mouthfeel.ĬOMMENTARY: The Opus One Overture drinks famously well and is perfect for current enjoyment. Notes of bright cherry and red currant are underpinned by more earthy tones of ground cocoa, cedar and vanilla. Bordeaux Red Blends from Oakville, Napa Valley, California JS99 D98 RP98 JD97 WS94 5. 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. Bordeaux Red Blend - United States - 750ml. ![]() This scrutiny carries through the blending process and certain lots will not be included in the final Opus One blend. Opus One Overture Red 750ml, bottle Add to Cart About this item Beyond the Label Overture reflects the winemaker’s artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. in the tradition of great Bordeaux estates, Opus One created a fine second wine called Overture. Every acre of the estate vineyard is meticulously farmed with the attention to detail and singular focus required to produce Opus One. Overture shows generous dark fruit aromas and flavors with a soft, supple mid-palate.Beginning in 1993 and following in the tradition of great Bordeaux estates, Opus One created a fine second wine called Overture. By blending several vintages, we broaden the spectrum of nuances and enhance the soft, supple mid-palate, which are the hallmarks of Overture.Ī timeless expression of our estate vineyards, Overture is full bodied but approachable in its youth. ![]() Barrel aging weaves in the nuances of vanilla and toasty oak spices while enhancing the wine’s elegant texture and sensual mouthfeel. Full bodied but approachable in its youth, Overture shows generous dark fruit aromas and flavors with a soft, supple mid-palate. The blackberry and cassis characters of Cabernet Sauvignon melds seamlessly with the black cherry, red current, violet and deep plum of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Overture's additional blending aspect - that of marrying multiple vintages- yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that may be enjoyed upon release. Overture reflects the winemaker's artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. Oakville, Napa, CA- Overture is the second wine of Opus One. ![]() Like the introduction of a great musical piece, Overture, the wine, presents elements of the exceptional work itself. In the tradition of many great Bordeaux estates, Opus One produces a fine second wine called Overture. MUTI-VINTAGE BLEND, RELEASED 10/1/20! Winery Notes:
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