OPUS ONE
NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA 2021
Why Buy: The iconic Opus One has just unveiled three releases, and we’re proud to be able to bring them to you: the 100-point 2021 vintage, majestic and muscular; the 99-point 2019 vintage (never-before-released, cellar-aged, available only in magnum, and as powerful as it is graceful); and their crowd favorite Overture 2021 – now a vintage wine for the first time, and showing all the beautiful integration that Opus has long been heralded for. Year in and year out, Opus is one of our favorite wines over here at Concierge, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have curated this offer for you.
What They’re Saying: Critics have long been moved to superlatives when it comes to Opus One. Jane Anson reviewed the 2021 vintage 100 points and her enthusiasm was palpable; she called it "a brilliant Opus, concentrated and yet delicate. Feels pared back and captures the spirit of early Opus, when it moved forward the conversation of what Napa could be." James Suckling awarded the 2019 vintage of Opus One a near-perfect 99 points. He extolled the 2019 vintage — available in magnum only on this offer — with " the purity of fruit is really something else here,” along with "fantastic length and structure" and a "graceful" body and finish.
Our Tasting Notes:
- Opus One 2021: A majestic and muscular symphony, brimming with dark fruit and spice, with velvety tannins and a finish that seems to linger on for days. A statement wine.
- Opus One 2019 (1.5L): A powerful yet graceful expression, full of ripe black fruits, subtle oak, and the kind of structure and elegance that portends long aging. A bottle to savor and contemplate the world.
- Overture 2021: A rich and beautifully integrated blend offering plush fruit, silky texture, and remarkable complexity for its price point.
The Story: The tale of Opus One has been told many a time, but what’s most essential to bear in mind is this: more than just a winery, it's a testament to the power of collaboration and vision. Founded by Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild fame and Napa Valley pioneer Robert Mondavi, Opus One set out to create a wine that would stand with the world's best. This Franco-American partnership, forged in 1978, marked a revolutionary moment in the wine world. It combined the centuries-old winemaking traditions of Bordeaux with the bold innovation and terroir of Napa Valley. The result? A wine that has consistently pushed the boundaries of what's possible in California winemaking. From its first vintage in 1979 to today, Opus One has remained true to its founders' vision: to create wines of uncommon grace and elegance, capable of aging beautifully for decades. It's a philosophy that extends from the vineyard – where sustainable practices reign supreme – to the cellar, where patience and precision are the watchwords.
The Specs: Opus One's winemaking is a meticulous process, blending old-world techniques with cutting-edge technology. The wines are primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, rounded out with classic Bordeaux varietals. After fermentation, they're aged in French oak barrels, with Opus One seeing about 18 months in 100% new oak.
What to Pair Them With: All three wines are best in the company of a juice-dripping porterhouse, a stately, herb-crusted rack of lamb, a rich and earthy mushroom risotto, or — simplest of all — an aged hard cheese.
Fun Fact: Before it was rechristened "Opus One,” in 1982, the wine (whose first vintage was created in 1979) was called “Napamedoc."
Our Guarantee: We always buy and source direct, so rest assured – your wines will arrive in your hands with pristine provenance. Secure yours today, and savor the greatness and harmony of two exalted winemaking traditions!
*Offer NOT valid in-store. This offer is made pre-arrival, with wines estimated to be delivered to your preferred store in Winter 2024 (Dec. 21st - Mar. 20th, 2025). With the supply chain issues that we are seeing globally, there may be some unforeseen delays which could affect the ETA. All sale prices are the lowest available at Total Wine & More and ONLY valid through Concierge Sales. No further discounts or coupons may be applied. Offer not valid in GA, KS, KY, MD, MI, NY, or TN. The Overture 2021 is not available in CO, CT, DE, IL, MN, MO, NM, SC, or WI. The 2019 1.5L is ONLY available in CA, FL, MA, NV, and TX. This offer is for ONE WEEK, or until sold out, and will expire on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024.