Opus One 1979
Opus One 1979 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot (Napa Valley, United States), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, charcuterie, roast chicken. Cheapest offer £1110.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mouton Rothschild Magnum 2012 Château Mouton Rothschild · Bordeaux | £1100.00 | |||
| Opus One Magnum 2003 Opus One · Napa Valley | £1130.00 | |||
| Bond Quella 2017 Bond · Napa Valley | £1060.00 | |||
| Latour Magnum 2008 Château Latour · Bordeaux | £1200.00 |
The first-ever vintage of the joint project between Napa Valley`s Robert Mondavi and the Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux, the wine was produced under the combined direction of Tim Mondavi, and Lucien Sionneau, the winemaker of Mouton, at the Robert Mondavi Winery. Cabernet Sauvignon 80%, Cabernet Franc 16%, and Merlot 4% aged fro 24 months in new French oak. A wine of resilience and finesse, described as having excellent balance, with a delicate but firm structure.