Opus One Overture Bordeaux Blend
A timeless expression of our estate vineyards, Overture is a multi-vintage reflection of the winemaker’s artistry. Full bodied but approachable in its youth, Overture shows generous dark fruit aromas and flavors with a soft, supple mid-palate. As a fine wine, Overture will develop profoundly over time.
In keeping with the tradition of many great Bordeaux estates, Opus One produces a fine second wine called Overture. As part of the highly selective blending process, some lots, despite showcasing the amazing Oakville terroir of our estate, are not chosen for the final blend of Opus One. These lots are afforded additional time in barrel, in combination with blending across multiple vintages, to achieve a final non vintage wine of remarkable elegance and complexity that captures the essence of our estate vineyard over time. The Overture is a classic Bordeaux blend with Cabernet Sauvignon making up around 70%. The Overture is made to be enjoyed upon release.
Overture reflects the winemaker’s artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. However, Overture’s third blending aspect – that of marrying multiple vintages – yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that can be enjoyed upon release. Winery Notes
