| Brand | Opus One |
| Appellation | Napa Valley, California |
| Vintage | 1987 |
| Oak Treatment | French Oak |
| Aging | 18 Months |
| Total Varietal Composition % | 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot |
Product details
One of the highlights in this tasting, the 1987 Opus One is simply gorgeous. Cinnamon, cloves, cigar box, cedar, menthol, licorice and pine all flesh out in a deeply expressive, resonant Opus One of the highest level. Young, vibrant and utterly impeccable, the tannins remain alive, so there is no problem in cellaring bottles for another decade, perhaps longer. At times, the 1987 is a bit rough around the edges, but there is so much exuberance in the fruit that it is easy to overlook some of the wine's admittedly small imperfections. This compelling Opus One hits all the right notes. The blend is 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot.
