Opus One Opus One Red 2015 1.5L

Opus One is the joint venture between Napa's Robert Mondavi and Bordeaux's Baron Philippe de Rothschild, first released in 1979 as one of the earliest ultra-premium Napa blends built explicitly on Bordeaux philosophy. This 1.5L magnum of the 2015 vintage blends Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller amounts of Bordeaux varietals like Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, aged in French oak for structure and complexity. Expect dense dark fruit, cedar, graphite, and refined tannins, built for both current drinking and long-term cellaring. The larger magnum format ages more gracefully than a standard 750ml bottle, making this a strong pick for anyone planning to hold it for a special occasion years down the line. It's a benchmark bottle for Napa's collector-driven fine wine scene.

How to drink Opus One 2015

Decant it for at least an hour before serving — a wine this structured benefits from real air time, especially if opened relatively young. It's built for a serious meal: dry-aged steak or another dish with enough richness to meet its tannin and depth.

Red BlendNapa Valley, California