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Opus One 2012
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This 2012 vintage is made from: 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc. 6% Petit Verdot and 2% Malbec: aged for 17.5 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
2012
ABV
13%
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
An AVA (American Viticultural Area) is a designated wine-growing region in the United States, recognized for its specific geographic, climatic, and environmental characteristics that influence the cultivation of grapes and the production of wine. Established by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), an AVA must meet certain criteria, such as distinct boundaries and a history of wine production, to be officially designated. The AVA system helps consumers identify wines from specific regions, with each area typically having unique terroir, including factors like soil types, temperature, elevation, and rainfall. Examples of well-known AVAs include Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and Willamette Valley. These regions are often further subdivided into sub-AVAs, allowing for even more specific identification of the wine's origin. The AVA designation does not impose specific regulations on grape varieties or wine styles, but it provides a geographical marker that helps signify the influence of a particular area on the characteristics of the wine.