1990 Opus One [D94][V90]

Producer: Opus One 
Region: Napa Valley, California
Blend: Bordeaux Red Blend 
Year: 1990  

Decanter, 94 Points  

"This was the last vintage made in the Mondavi winery, and they go out on a high. A clear touch of caramel, this is silky smooth and swirling with gourmet spice, lifted up by a touch of crushed fresh mint on the finish. Again the tannins are striking in their construction and soft texture. 30 days skin contact, the growing season here saw a cool winter and a late bud break, but a normal summer and ideal harvest." 

Vinous, 90 Points 

"The 1990 Opus One is another powerful wine built on a serious core of tannin and structure.  There is plenty of richness in the glass, but a little less intensity and complexity that the best wines of this era.  I imagine the 1990 will still be a delicious wine in another decade.  The 1990 is 97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 3% Merlot." 

Alcohol: 13% 

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