Opus One Overture Red Blend Napa Valley 2018 750 mL

Opus One Overture 2018 is a distinguished multi-vintage red blend from Napa Valley, created by one of the most iconic names in fine wine. Crafted from the traditional Bordeaux varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, Overture reflects the artistry and legacy of the Opus One estate while offering a more approachable and versatile expression compared to the flagship wine.

While Opus One is celebrated for its single-vintage releases, Overture is blended across multiple harvests, with the 2018 bottling showcasing a dominant presence of fruit from that exceptional Napa Valley vintage. The extended élevage in French oak barrels contributes depth, refinement, and complexity, allowing the blend to express the estate’s characteristic elegance. This thoughtful approach highlights both freshness and maturity, with layers that unfold gracefully in the glass.

Overture remains faithful to the Opus One philosophy of balance, finesse, and precision. The 2018 release captures the signature style of the estate: harmony between structure and suppleness, richness and restraint. Bottled in the classic Opus One presentation, Overture 2018 offers collectors and enthusiasts alike a unique opportunity to experience the DNA of one of Napa’s most celebrated wineries in a form that is both accessible and deeply refined.

Opus One was founded in 1978 as a groundbreaking collaboration between Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux and Robert Mondavi, the pioneering figure of Napa Valley. Their shared vision was to create a wine that would embody both the elegance and heritage of the Old World and the innovation and expressive character of the New World. This Franco-American partnership gave birth to one of Napa Valley’s most iconic estates, dedicated to producing a singular Bordeaux-style red blend that quickly achieved international acclaim.

The winery, located in Oakville, Napa Valley, is distinguished not only by its architectural elegance but also by its meticulous vineyard practices. Opus One cultivates primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, alongside Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, with a focus on balance, harmony, and refinement. Each wine is made with precision, from careful hand-harvesting to extended barrel aging in French oak, ensuring consistency and excellence vintage after vintage.

Today, Opus One stands as a symbol of luxury and craftsmanship, representing the union of two legendary winemaking traditions. Beyond its flagship single-vintage release, the estate produces Overture, a multi-vintage expression that reflects the same philosophy of quality and balance in a more versatile form. Both wines continue to embody the estate’s guiding principle: to craft wines of timeless character, elegance, and integrity.