Opus One Napa Valley 1999

An exquisite, complex, stylish wine, wearing a cloak of earthy, leathery tannins around flavors of mineral, currant, earth and blackberry. Gains intensity and shows its depth and concentration on the finish, which is long and detailed. Best from 2004 through 2012. Wine Spectator Review 93 points.

Opus One Napa Valley 2000

With a moderate to deep ruby color, the 2000 Opus One shows aromas of sandalwood, leather, caramel, roasted almonds and a hint of anise. Soft and plush in the mouth, the wine offers flavors of plums and black licorice supported by sweet tannins and a long, intense finish.

Firm and structured, with spicy currant, herb, dill and berry, picking up a cedary lead pencil edge. Finishes with a firm, rich core of flavors and tight tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2012. Wine Spectator Review 89 points.

Opus One Napa Valley 2001

Starts with tons of rich new oak in the aroma, showing the most inviting notes of cedar, cigar box and pencil lead that segue to the remarkable fruit. The attack is powerful, with a punch of cassis spreading broadly and deeply across the palate. With its sturdy, clean tannins, this beautiful wine displays classic power, elegance and balance. Wine Enthusiast Score: 95. —Steve Heimoff, Nov.1,2005.

Opus One Napa Valley 2002

Opus One thinned the 2002 vintage to the lowest per-acre yield in a decade, encouraging quality and concentration of flavors. The 2002 Opus One shows aromas of dried strawberry, vanilla bean and mocha with flavors of cassis, black cherry, plum and espresso. Offering a lean, vibrant entry with profound mid-palate density, the wine finishes with bittersweet chocolate and a hint of smoke.

It’s a blend of 86% Cabernet, 6% Merlot, 3%Ccabernet Franc, 3% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot.