opus one red blend 2004 1.5 liter (magnum)

Winemaker Notes:
Showing a lustrous dark ruby, the 2004 presents aromas of violets, cedar, black tea leaves, black pepper and brioche. A soft, creamy entry gives way to a concentrated mid-palate that expands in the mouth and lingers on the finish. Elements of cassis, toffee and cocoa round out the rich flavors of the wine. Intense fruit, bright acid and sturdy tannins promise resilience and longevity.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 86%, Merlot 7%, Petit Verdot 4%, Cabernet Franc 2%, and Malbec 1%

Critical Acclaim:

96 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
"Aged in 100% new French oak for 17 months and in bottle for 14 months prior to release, the 2004 Opus One is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It boasts a dense ruby/purple color along with a sweet bouquet of lead pencil shavings, black currants and a hint of toasty oak. More evolved than usual, this full-bodied, opulent 2004 is part of the new wave of Opus Ones made under the administration of Philippe Dhalluin, the administrator of Mouton Rothschild, who has begun to exploit this estate's enormous potential. This beauty can be drunk now or cellared for another 20 years."
 

1.5 Liter Bottle (MAGNUM)