Mondavi, Opus One other_regions over the span of 38

over the span of 38 years

The palate is rounded and candied on the entry with orange pith and light apricot notes

This is an excellent candidate for long cellaring

the 2011 is likely to offer its best drinking over the next few years

Mondavi, Opus One other_regions over the span of 38Sometimes a little overlooked, this is a vintage that falls closer to 2012 than 2013 in profile, at least on this showing it has velvety tannins that pack a punch, and the concentration is clear, with well structured confident tannins and a deep swirl of black pepper. 2% Malbec, 7% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 20 days skin contact. Earliest bud break in history, mild and dry seasons, harvest from September 5 to October 7.