OPUS ONE 2008Īromas of rose petals, cassis and black cherry in the 2008 combine with notes of marzipan and sandalwood. The acidity and tannin structure promise a very long life ahead. ![]() The flavors of dark fruit are enhanced by the well integrated acidity. Round velvety tannins enrobe a silky texture with a touch of minerality. Harmonious and lively, the flavors linger to create an enduring finish with touches of dark chocolate and espresso.īlend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec OPUS ONE 2010Īromas of blackberry, rose petals, chocolate and espresso accentuate fruity and earthy nuances. Juicy flavors of black cherry, blackberry and cassis flood the palate and creamy, fine-grained tannins deliver a delightfully round structure. The initial bouquet is augmented by more nuanced notes of sage, rosemary, and black olive. The 2016 Opus One is remarkably elegant and bright offering sumptuous aromas of fresh red and blue fruit, baking spices and vanilla, and a delicate fragrance of spring florals. Embracing a holistic vision of winegrowing as the ultimate expression of terroir, he ensures that the connection between viticulture and winemaking at Opus One is seamless, reflecting the philosophy of founders Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi. Davis in addition to under-graduate degrees in enology and viticulture from U.C. He holds a master’s degree in viticulture from U.C. He has also made wine in France and Chile. Prior to his current appointment, Silacci spent six years as winemaker at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, one year as winemaker at King Estate in Oregon, and six years at Beaulieu Vineyard as enologist and viticulturist. He has been at Opus One since March of 2001, first serving as Director of Viticulture and Enology. Michael Silacci assumed full responsibility for all aspects of vineyard management and winemaking at Opus One in May 2003. ![]() His first trip to Napa Valley in 1979 corresponds to Opus One’s first vintage. ![]() A native of Northern California, he returned from France to discover the emerging wine regions of Napa Valley and Sonoma County. Lynch discovered the world of wine while playing semi-professional basketball in France in his late teens. He holds an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. A 30-year veteran of the global fine wine and drinks business, Lynch has held marketing and general management roles in California, Australia, and New Zealand for several fine wine organizations, including Gallo, Kendall-Jackson, Moët Hennessy, Pernod Ricard and most recently, Terlato Wines. CEO Chris LynchĬhris Lynch assumed responsibility as Chief Executive Officer at Opus One in September of 2020. This singular mission shapes every vintage, today and for generations to come. ![]() Together, our founders set out to create a single wine dedicated to the pursuit of uncompromising quality. Opus One is the realized dream of two men: Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux and Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi. Here is what we learned about one of the greatest wine partnerships in history. Haute Wine Society and Wine Access’s Head of Wine, Vanessa Conlin, MW, were lucky enough to spend a glorious afternoon wine tasting with Opus One’s CEO Chris Lynch and its winemaker, Michael Silacci.
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