Opus One Napa Valley Red Wine 2022 Rated 97DM

Decanter Magazine Review
Rated 97
Chocolate, cherry and rose petal aromas on the nose. Very open and alive - this has a great energy from the aromatics alone with soft cedar shavings, vanilla bean and bramble fruit. Juicy and lively, this is full of fun - fruity and concentrated. The tannins are just wonderful, creamy and slightly grippy, extending the flavours vertically. Tons of juicy, succulent fruit - this feels quite modern but still with that flash of sunshine and ripeness. Long lasting with purity and delicacy that make it so enjoyable. A wonderful creation from Michael Silacci. This is not your typical blockbuster at all, this is a darling of a wine. 0.5% Malbec completes the blend. The Opus team chose to pick early and quickly given the heat spikes in 2022, starting with the Merlot on 24th August. Ageing 18 months in French oak. Drinking Window 2027-2045.

Opus One Napa Valley Red Wine 2022 - 750ml

Iconic. Age-worthy. A benchmark of Napa Valley excellence.
The 2022 Opus One is a masterful Bordeaux-style blend from one of California's most prestigious estates. Born from the visionary partnership between Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, this vintage continues the legacy with remarkable finesse, structure, and longevity. Crafted from meticulously selected fruit and aged in new French oak, Opus One 2022 is a wine of power, elegance, and profound complexity.

• Vintage: 2022
• Varietal Composition: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec
• Region: Oakville, Napa Valley, California, USA
• Volume: 750ml
• ABV: 14.0%
• Aging: 20 months in new French oak barrels
• Release Date: October 2025
• Cellaring Potential: Drink 2030-2053

Critical Acclaim

• 96 pts - James Suckling
• 95 pts - Wine Advocate
• 94 pts - Jeb Dunnuck
• 92+ pts - Vinous

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Blackcurrant, raspberry, rose stem, graphite, cocoa, and espresso.
Palate: Silky and layered with red and black fruits, cinnamon, dark chocolate, and savory spice.
Finish: Long and persistent with fine-grained tannins and mineral tension.

Why You'll Love It

• Flagship Napa Valley red from a legendary Franco-American collaboration
• Crafted with precision and aged for longevity
• Highly rated by top critics and collectors worldwide
• Ideal for cellaring, gifting, or celebrating life's milestones

Perfect Pairings

Dry-aged ribeye, duck breast with cherry reduction, truffle risotto, or aged Comte cheese.

Opus One 2022 is a timeless expression of Napa Valley terroir - refined, powerful, and destined to evolve beautifully over decades. A must-have for collectors and connoisseurs seeking the pinnacle of California winemaking.