Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1989

Ratings on Delectable

TJ Maxwell Delectable Pro

The cork appeared slightly dried out, but bottle was sound. Dusty and delicate aromas of dried rose petals and cedar. The tannins have softened and the black cherry, cracked pepper, gravel flavors give a very classic flavor profile. The alcohol seemed touch on “hot” side (13%). Good bottle, in good drinking spot

The cork appeared slightly dried out, but bottle was sound. Dusty and delicate aromas of dried rose petals and cedar. The tannins have softened and the black cherry, cracked pepper, gravel flavors give a very classic flavor profile. The alcohol seemed touch on “hot” side (13%). Good bottle, in good drinking spot

9.4

Fredrik Johansson Delectable Pro

Winemaker Staglin Family Vineyard

Great life and balance. Wonderfully developed fruit and structure. True pleasure to drink.

Great life and balance. Wonderfully developed fruit and structure. True pleasure to drink.

9.3

Gordon Walker Delectable Pro

Dusty green leather notes of cigar box

Dusty green leather notes of cigar box

8.5

Michael Kotrady Delectable Pro

Cooked

Cooked

6.5

David Walser

Thanksgiving with relatives. Brother-in-law never has had an Opus One so I dug into the cellar and found my last one; a 1989 half bottle. I thought it was passed its prime but the brother-in-law thought it was wonderful! I’m not remembering where this vintage rated. Some people just like the funkiness of old wines but I just like them much younger. It was time for this one to go away and am glad some got some enjoyment out of it. His rating, not mine. I gave up on the brand several years ago, sold off my collection at a profit and haven’t looked back. I’ll try it if it is presented to me but don’t have a desire to purchase anymore.

Thanksgiving with relatives. Brother-in-law never has had an Opus One so I dug into the cellar and found my last one; a 1989 half bottle. I thought it was passed its prime but the brother-in-law thought it was wonderful! I’m not remembering where this vintage rated. Some people just like the funkiness of old wines but I just like them much younger. It was time for this one to go away and am glad some got some enjoyment out of it. His rating, not mine. I gave up on the brand several years ago, sold off my collection at a profit and haven’t looked back. I’ll try it if it is presented to me but don’t have a desire to purchase anymore.

9.4

Alvaro Bustillos

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9.2

Ryo Hayashi

Opus One 1989 オーパスはモダンなスタイルで熟成感が出にくいタイプという認識だったが、このヴィンテージは現行とは異なり見事な熟成が味わえる!

Opus One 1989 オーパスはモダンなスタイルで熟成感が出にくいタイプという認識だったが、このヴィンテージは現行とは異なり見事な熟成が味わえる!

9.5

Keith Browning

Superb out of magnum; rich fruit and great balance

Superb out of magnum; rich fruit and great balance

9.4

Donald Andersen

Absolutely delightful.

Absolutely delightful.

9.4

Nick Ventresca

Dustin of this sucka

Dustin of this sucka

9.5

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