What more can we say? This item is only available in the United States through WHWC. Whether it's the last few bottles of a previous vintage or we've received an exceptional deal from a supplier on a discontinued wine, we'll offer it at an unbeatable closeout price! It over-delivers on quality, but comes in at a price well under what its level of quality would normally command. This item is among the tried-and-true, standout performers in our inventory, a staple of the WHWC selection and a customer favorite! Uses sustainable, organic and/or biodynamic practices in the vineyard and/or winemaking process, as certified by various domestic and international organizations. The palate is equally stylish, sleek and intense, with tremendous concentration but with freshness too, ending with a very long, spicy, minty finish. Although not yet bottled, this 2017 is open on the nose, with lush, juicy, vibrant blackcurrant and blackberry aromas, cut by a sprig of mint. (2/14/20)"ĩ4 points Stephen Brook ( Decanter): "August began cool but September saw record temperatures, followed by a cooler, rainy spell. Medium-to full-bodied, round and savory with creamy, juicy tannins. (Oct 2019)"ĩ5 points James Suckling: "Lots of currant and floral notes on the nose. Medium-bodied, the palate has a lively skip in its step, featuring bags of juicy raspberry and cassis-laced fruit and a refreshing line, supported by ripe, plush tannins, finishing long and graceful. Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it slowly grows on the nose, revealing compelling notes of baked black cherries, mulberries, black raspberries, warm cassis and blackberry pie with nuances of spice cake, yeast extract, tapenade, licorice and dusty soil with a waft of wild sage. The 2017 Opus One, bottled in July 2019, is a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4.5% Merlot and 1% Malbec. (Jan 2020)"ĩ5 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown ( Wine Advocate): "Opus One had picked 91% of their fruit before the fires started in 2017, and only two lots were eliminated from consideration. In 2017, Opus One has a distinctly red-toned fruit profile that distinguishes it from the surrounding vintages. Exotic, beautifully perfumed and impeccable in its balance, Opus One is one of the most complete wines of the vintage. Plush fruit and soft, silky contours give the 2017 its racy personality. (Aug 2020)"ĩ5+ points Antonio Galloni ( Vinous): "A remarkable wine for the year, the 2017 Opus One is a dense, full-throttle beauty. Displaying a wonderful combination of power and class, this is an absolute standout in this vintage that should age gracefully for years to come. It goes on to impress with its dense concentrated core that gushes out delicious flavors of fresh black currants and dark berries, which continue to build through the long, supple finish. The palate is full-bodied, plush and layered with outstanding overall balance. It begins with stunning aromatics of fresh black currants and black cherries that are woven together with spices, graphite, loam, and some fresh sage which all develop beautifully in the glass. Winemaker Michael Silacci has crafted a fabulous blend composed of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4.5% Merlot and 1% Malbec that utterly impresses. 96 points International Wine Report: "The 2017 Opus One is an absolutely magical wine from this challenging vintage.
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