R18000,00
While 1998 did not enjoy the textbook “top vintage” conditions, this Opus One stands out for its exceptional balance, precise fruit purity and ageing potential. Many collectors regard it as an underrated vintage that has matured gracefully and now rewards patience.
Nose: The bouquet is complex and alluring, with aromas of blackcurrant, ripe plum, cassis, and dried herbs, layered with hints of cedar, tobacco, graphite, and subtle floral notes. The aromatics are refined, revealing the wine’s maturity and balance.
Palate: On the palate, it is full-bodied yet polished, displaying velvety tannins and balanced acidity. Layers of blackberry, dark chocolate, espresso, and cedar unfold seamlessly, with nuances of leather, tobacco, and earthy minerality, reflecting 25+ years of careful maturation.
Finish: A long, lingering, and harmonious, with persistent notes of dark fruit, graphite, and subtle spice, leaving an impression of elegance, complexity, and age-worthiness — the hallmark of a collectable Opus One.
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The Opus One 1998 is a legendary Napa Valley Bordeaux-style blend, a collaboration between Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild. Renowned for its elegance, depth, and ageing potential, this vintage is considered a benchmark for collectable Napa cabernet blends, offering sophistication, rarity, and investment value.
For collectors: A rare, mature vintage ideal for both drinking and long-term cellar investment, showcasing Napa Valley cabernet artistry at its finest.
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