Opus One 1981 Napa Valley Red Wine (750ml)

Opus One 1981 is an early vintage from the Napa Valley estate established by Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild. Its blend contains only Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, offering a clear contrast with the broader blends of many later years.

Vintage Character

The winery describes the vintage as elegant and records an unusually early harvest. No bottle-specific tasting assessment is available here. At this age, storage history, fill level, cork integrity and individual bottle condition are particularly important; no drinking-window or condition guarantee is implied.

Product Details

• Producer: Opus One
• Vintage: 1981
• Region: Napa Valley, California
• Blend: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Cabernet Franc
• Barrel maturation: 22 months in new French oak
• Bottle size: 750ml

Why You'll Love It

The early vintage and two-grape blend make this a historically interesting selection for an Opus One collection or a milestone-year gift.

Serving Suggestions

Let sediment settle and open with an appropriate tool for a fragile older cork. Taste immediately and avoid automatic prolonged decanting. Assess the individual wine before serving it with food.

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