2012 Opus One
Description
The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory 2012 Opus One, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This Pauillac lookalike, made by the staff at Mouton Rothschild, is a beauty. They have continued to strengthen the quality of wine and seem to have produced a brilliant, world-class wine. I imagine the 2013 may even eclipse this, but this 2012 is one of their great ones, with a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood all present in this beautiful, full-bodied wine that should drink well for 25-30 years.
- Alcohol %: 14%
- Decant Time: 60 minutes
- Taste: Blackcurrant, Blueberry, Dark chocolate, Fresh herbs, Forest floor, Mint, Hazelnut
- Food Matching: Grilled steak, Roast lamb, Mushroom risotto, Aged cheeses
- Grape Variety: Cabernet_Sauvignon : 79%, Cabernet_Franc : 7%, Petit_Verdot : 6%, Merlot : 6%, Malbec : 2%,
Tasting note
2012年的作品一號，是舊世界傳統與新世界創新完美結合的典範。這款納帕谷的佳釀，擁有深石榴紅色澤，散發成熟黑加侖子、藍莓和淡淡黑巧克力的香氣，底蘊中還帶有新鮮草本和森林地面的微妙氣息。口感圓潤，絲絨般的單寧，展現了經典的黑醋栗、黑莓和黑櫻桃風味。這款酒經過精心釀造，並在新法國橡木桶中陳釀了18個月，提供了堅實的結構和活潑的酸度，預示著其悠長的壽命。餘韻悠長，帶有榛果和巧克力的細膩變化，值得細細品味。開瓶醒酒一小時，以展現其全部的複雜性，並與烤牛排或烤羊肉等濃郁菜餚搭配享用。
The 2012 Opus One is a testament to the harmonious partnership between old-world tradition and new-world innovation. This Napa Valley gem, with its deep garnet hue, exudes aromas of ripe blackcurrant, blueberry, and a touch of dark chocolate, all underpinned by a whisper of fresh herbs and a hint of forest floor. The palate is graced with a round mouthfeel and satiny tannins, showcasing classic flavors of cassis, blackberry, and black cherry. Crafted with precision, the wine has been aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels, offering a sturdy structure and lively acidity that promise longevity. The finish is long, lingering, and filled with nuances of hazelnut and chocolate, making it a wine to savor. Decant for an hour to unveil its full spectrum of complexity and enjoy with robust dishes like grilled steak or roast lamb.
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