Opus One 1986

Opus One 1986 is a Napa Bordeaux blend made by one of the true icons of Californian winemaking. Known as NapaMedoc for the first three vintages and rebranded in 1982 as Opus One, this iconic Californian winery was founded as a joint venture between Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild and Robert Mondavi. The objective was to recreate a First Growth level, Bordeaux style wine in the Napa Valley and by every measure, they succeeded. The 1986 vintage is a blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc and 4% Merlot. Producer note. "In 1986, still another early bud break led to an even longer growing season than the previous year. Softer, more delicate fruit flavours resulted, with ideal levels of sugar and acid. Wines are harmonious, exquisite and long-lived."