Overview
The 2010 Opus One is a highly collectible Napa Valley red from one of California's most prestigious estates. Created from the shared vision of Baron Philippe de Rothschild of ChĆ¢teau Mouton Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, Opus One is dedicated to producing a single wine of uncompromising quality from estate vineyards in Oakville.
Vintage & Winemaking
The 2010 vintage was a uniquely demanding year in Napa Valley, marked by unseasonably cold days, untimely rainfall and late-season heat. Careful canopy management helped protect the fruit and secure the success of the vintage.
The blend is led by Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. The estate vineyards include four parcels in Oakville, with two parcels located within the renowned To Kalon Vineyard, complemented by the Ballestra and River parcels surrounding the winery. Harvest ran from 23 September to 23 October. The wine saw 19 days of skin contact and was aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels.
Product Highlights
- Iconic Napa Valley red from Opus One.
- 96 points from Owen Bargreen and Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux.
- Cabernet-led Bordeaux blend from estate vineyards in Oakville.
- Aged 18 months in new French oak barrels.
- Long drinking window from 2013 to 2043.
Critic Scores & Reviews
96 Points - Owen Bargreen
"The 2010 Opus One Red Wine is a simply magical wine from this slightly cooler vintage in the Napa Valley." Tasted August 2019.
96 Points - Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
2010 Vintage. Tasted June 2025. Recommended drinking: 2025-2040.
95 Points - The Wine Independent
2010 Vintage. Tasted January 2023. Recommended drinking: 2023-2043.
95 Points - Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
"Luscious, silky textures, forward in style, and creamy, ripe, sweet, blackberries galore..." Tasted November 2016.
94 Points - Revista Adega
2010 Vintage. Tasted April 2022.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Blackberry, rose petals, chocolate and espresso, with both fruity and earthy nuances.
Palate
Dark fruit flavours are lifted by well-integrated acidity, while round, velvety tannins wrap a silky texture with a touch of minerality.
Finish
Long, polished and structured, with acidity and tannins supporting exceptional ageing potential.
Food Pairing
Pairs well with beef and venison, BBQ spare ribs, grain-fed fillet, jugged hare and Mimolette cheese.
Cellaring Potential
Drink from 2013 to 2043.
About Opus One
Opus One is the realised dream of Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, created to produce a single Napa Valley wine dedicated to uncompromising quality. Based in Oakville, the estate draws from prestigious vineyard parcels including holdings in To Kalon, producing one of California's most sought-after collector wines.
Specifications
- Producer: Opus One
- Vintage: 2010
- Country: USA
- Region: Napa Valley, California
- Sub-region: Oakville
- Blend: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec, 1% other
- Wine Style: Red Wine - Bold and Structured
- Winemaker: Michael Silacci
- Oak Maturation: 18 months in new French oak barrels
- Skin Contact: 19 days
- Alcohol: 14-14.5%
- Sweetness: Dry
- Bottle Size: 750ml
