Mondavi, Opus One Vintage:2018 The lilting and lacy medium

The lilting and lacy medium weight flavors possess a refined mouth feel on the mineral-driven flavors that are almost delicate while terminating in a restrained and lingering finish

which is not surprising given the fact that the Chave family has more experience than just about anybody in the winemaking world (the domaine was founded in 1481 - nearly a decade before Christopher Columbus discovered America

The linear backend is clearly in need of time to flesh out but the underlying material is clearly here to allow that to happen

with explosive energy to back things up

tender finish

Mondavi, Opus One Vintage:2018 The lilting and lacy mediumSometimes 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.