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Opus One 1981
This 1981 vintage is made from: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Cabernet Franc: aged for 22 months in new French oak.
The Opus One winery was founded in 1978 in Oakville, California as a partnership between Baron Philippe De Rothschild of Bordeaux, and Napa Valley's own wine-making legend, Robert Mondavi. These renowned Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, Bordeaux-style blends were originally called Napamedoc until 1982 when they were re-named Opus One.
Producer
Vintage
1981
ABV
None Stated
Type
Red Wine
Size
75cl
Closure
Cork
Grape Varietal
Producer
Opus One
Opus One is a renowned winery located in Napa Valley, known for its premium Bordeaux-style red wines. Established in 1978 initially named Napamédoc, as a collaboration between Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Opus One represents a unique partnership between two iconic wine families.
Location
7900 St Helena Hwy, Oakville, CA 94562, California
Owner
Constellation Brands
Geography
United States of America
The United States is a significant wine-producing country, with a winemaking history dating back to the European colonisation of the 16th century.
Primary Varietals
Classification
AVA
AVA (American Viticultural Area) is a U.S. wine classification that designates specific grape-growing regions with distinct geographic and climatic features. Wines labelled with an AVA must source at least 85% of their grapes from that defined area, emphasising regional identity.
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