The 2005 Opus One, a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, has a ruby/purple color and a beautiful, sweet nose of créme de cassis and spring flowers. Complex and medium to full-bodied, with silky tannin and superb purity and balance, this is exactly what Opus One was meant to be when it was first proposed. Of course, it is a popular wine to criticize, but the quality has never been better, and certainly 2005 is a beauty. It is reaching full maturity at ten years, but I think there is still another 10-15+ years of upside potential in this wine. It is full-bodied, opulent. RP95
2005年的作品一號是對不妥協品質追求的見證。這款酒呈現出豐滿的石榴石色，散發出濃郁的藍莓、紅玫瑰、白松露、甘草和肉豆蔻的香氣。柔滑的入口與適度柔軟的中段相結合，表現出柔韌的質地和果味與酸度的細膩平衡。黑醋栗、黑橄欖、覆盆子和黑巧克力的風味在長而甘美的餘韻中達到高潮。該酒在新法國橡木桶中陳釀18個月，增加了一層複雜性和深度。這款酒最好在醒酒2小時後享用。
The 2005 Opus One is a testament to the pursuit of uncompromising quality. This wine is a voluptuous garnet, offering concentrated aromas of blueberry, red roses, white truffle, licorice, and nutmeg. A silky entry combines with a moderately soft mid-palate to express a supple texture and a fine balance of fruit and acidity. Flavors of cassis, black olives, raspberry, and dark chocolate culminate in a long and luscious finish. The wine is matured in new French oak barrels for 18 months, adding a layer of complexity and depth. This wine is best enjoyed after a decanting time of 2 hours.
