{"title":"Opus One","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"524\" data-start=\"512\"\u003eOpus One\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"932\" data-start=\"526\"\u003e Opus One is one of the world's most iconic wineries and is considered the ultimate symbol of collaboration between the \u003ca title=\"Old vs. New World Wine: What's the Difference?\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/blogs\/wijn-weetjes\/oude-vs-nieuwe-wereld-wijn\"\u003eOld and New Worlds\u003c\/a\u003e . Located in \u003ca title=\"Napa Valley wine\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-napa-valley\"\u003eNapa Valley\u003c\/a\u003e , the estate is known for a single, iconic wine that consistently receives the highest international recognition. Opus One combines \u003ca title=\"Bordeaux wine\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/regio-bordeaux\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/a\u003e tradition with \u003ca title=\"California\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/regio-californie\"\u003eCalifornian\u003c\/a\u003e intensity and is recognized worldwide as a benchmark for modern premium wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"934\"\u003e What is Opus One?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1332\" data-start=\"957\"\u003eOpus One is a prestigious winery in Napa Valley that produces only one wine: Opus One. The wine is a Bordeaux-inspired blend, crafted with absolute focus on quality, balance, and aging potential. Opus One is considered one of the first true \" \u003cem\u003eicon wines\u003c\/em\u003e \" of the United States and plays a key role in Napa Valley's international reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1380\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1414\" data-start=\"1380\"\u003eWhy is Opus One so famous?\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it was the first winery to create an equal partnership between a Bordeaux legend and a Napa pioneer, resulting in a world-class wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1609\" data-start=\"1579\"\u003e Origin and history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1930\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eOpus One was born from a unique collaboration between \u003cstrong data-end=\"1696\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003eBaron Philippe de Rothschild\u003c\/strong\u003e of Château Mouton Rothschild and \u003ca title=\"More wine from Robert Mondavi\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/wijnhuis-robert-mondavi\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1748\" data-start=\"1730\"\u003eRobert Mondavi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e , the pioneer of fine wine in California. Their shared vision was clear: to create a wine that combines the elegance of Bordeaux with the power and ripeness of Napa Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e Key milestones:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e Idea originated in the 1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e First year released in 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e First official release in the early 80's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e Internationally positioned as a top wine from the start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2223\" data-start=\"2135\"\u003e This collaboration laid the foundation for a new category of wines: the modern icon wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2253\" data-start=\"2225\"\u003e Origin and vineyards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2408\" data-start=\"2255\"\u003eOpus One is located in the heart of Napa Valley, with vineyards in the \u003ca title=\"wines from the Oakville appellation\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/appellatie-oakville\"\u003eOakville appellation\u003c\/a\u003e . The location and soils play a crucial role in the wine's style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e Characteristics of the vineyards:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e Located in Oakville, Napa Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e Alluvial soils with gravel and clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e Warm climate with cooling influences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e Low yields for maximum concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e Strict selection per plot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2727\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003e The combination of ripe fruit and retained freshness forms the backbone of Opus One.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2750\" data-start=\"2729\"\u003e Grapes and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2834\" data-start=\"2752\"\u003e Opus One is always a blend, inspired by the classic Bordeaux composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e Main grapes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\n\n \u003ca title=\"More wine based on Cabernet Sauvignon\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/druif-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2883\" data-start=\"2861\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – structure and aging potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e \n\u003ca title=\"More wine based on Merlot\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-merlot\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2930\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – roundness and elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\n\n \u003ca title=\"More wine based on Cabernet Franc\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/druif-cabernet-franc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2977\" data-start=\"2959\"\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – aromatic finesse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\n\n \u003ca title=\"More wine with Petit Verdot\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/druif-petit-verdot\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3020\" data-start=\"3004\"\u003ePetit Verdot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – color and depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\n\n \u003ca title=\"More Malbec-based wine\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/druif-malbec\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3053\" data-start=\"3043\"\u003eMalbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – support and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003e Stylistic features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003e Deep concentration without heaviness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003e Perfectly integrated tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003e Ripe black fruit, cedar and spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003e Great balance between power and refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003e Exceptionally long lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3329\" data-start=\"3302\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"3398\" data-start=\"3331\"\u003eVinification at Opus One is focused on precision and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3589\" data-start=\"3400\"\u003e • Manual harvest per plot\u003cbr data-end=\"3433\" data-start=\"3430\"\u003e • Plot vinification for maximum control\u003cbr data-end=\"3479\" data-start=\"3476\"\u003e • Maturation in French oak\u003cbr data-end=\"3506\" data-start=\"3503\"\u003e • Long maturation for integration and complexity\u003cbr data-end=\"3556\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003e • Only one wine per vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3653\" data-start=\"3591\"\u003e Every decision is about balance, not maximum power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3679\" data-start=\"3655\"\u003e Storage and serving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3740\" data-start=\"3681\"\u003e Storage potential:\u003cbr\u003e • 15–30+ years, depending on vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3778\" data-start=\"3742\"\u003e Serving temperature:\u003cbr\u003e • 17–18 degrees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3862\" data-start=\"3780\"\u003e Decanting:\u003cbr\u003e • Young vintages: 2–3 hours\u003cbr data-end=\"3822\" data-start=\"3819\"\u003e • Mature bottles: careful and short\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3903\" data-start=\"3864\"\u003e Buy Opus One at Perfectewijn.nl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4184\" data-start=\"3905\"\u003e At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Opus One as one of the absolute icons of the international top segment. This wine symbolizes craftsmanship, vision, and uncompromising quality and is a must-have for lovers of great cellaring classics and iconic Napa Valley wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-2022","title":"Opus One Napa Valley 2022","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"28\"\u003e Opus One 2022 Napa Valley\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e A Napa Valley icon, born from the unique collaboration between Château Mouton Rothschild and Robert Mondavi. The first vintage was produced in 1979 and officially announced as a joint venture in 1981. The name, chosen by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, evokes a musical masterpiece and underscores the ambition behind this cuvée. Snippet question: who leads the house today? Opus One became an icon with Michael Silacci as winemaker with full responsibility for the vineyard and cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e Vineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eThe grapes come from the United States, California, within the Napa Valley appellation. This is where Opus One originated as a beacon of top quality in a region that gives Bordeaux grapes their own distinctive expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e Opus One operates with a cohesion between vineyard and cellar that has been honed since 2004 under the direction of Michael Silacci. The estate was officially launched in 1981 and has since become a benchmark for classic, long-lived Napa blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon – Selected parcels in Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e Forms the backbone of the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eCabernet Franc – Selected parcels in Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e Adds finesse and aromatic lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003ePetit Verdot – Selected parcels in Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003e Provides colour and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eMerlot – Selected parcels in Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e Rounds out the texture and brings suppleness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43820105629775,"sku":"OPUS01022","price":490.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/Productafbeeldingen-1080px_1080x1080px_14.webp?v=1763644774"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-opus-one.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}