{"title":"Opus One Overture Wines | Angry Wine Merchant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOpus One Overture Wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in Napa Valley by the legendary \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/opus-one\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOpus One\u003c\/a\u003e winery, \u003cstrong\u003eOverture\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the art of blending Bordeaux varieties for early approachability and lasting depth. As the estate’s celebrated second label, Overture unites the elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec in a harmonious expression of the Oakville terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the single-vintage Opus One releases, Overture combines multiple vintages to achieve balance, complexity, and consistency, resulting in a wine that is both collectible and immediately enjoyable. Perfect for cellaring or savoring now, each bottle reflects the same meticulous craftsmanship that defines every wine from Opus One.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/opus-one\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore Opus One vintages\u003c\/a\u003e or discover other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/california\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalifornia fine wines\u003c\/a\u003e available at Angry Wine Merchant.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"opus-one-overture-2018","title":"2018 Opus One","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2018 Opus One Overture, Napa Valley, USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegance and Complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOverture reflects the winemaker’s artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. However, Overture’s third blending aspect – that of marrying multiple vintages – yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that can be enjoyed upon release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Essence of Place\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOverture is a timeless reflection of our Opus One estate vineyards. This remarkable terroir expresses itself in the complex aromas, flavors and especially, textures of Overture. The classic blackberry and cassis character of Cabernet Sauvignon melds seamlessly with the black cherry, red currant and violet from the Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. The blending of wine-lots across vintages and extended barrel aging give Overture a supple structure and silky texture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eopus one 2018\u003cbr\u003e\n2018 opus one\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"6-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":43219942277312,"sku":"OPS-O18-756","price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/Product_Images_2_1500_x_1500_38.jpg?v=1721996809"},{"product_id":"opus-one-overture-2019","title":"2019 Opus One","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOpus One Overture 2019, Napa Valley, USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegance and Complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverture reflects the winemaker’s artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. However, Overture’s third blending aspect – that of marrying multiple vintages – yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that can be enjoyed upon release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Essence of Place\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverture is a timeless reflection of our Opus One estate vineyards. This remarkable terroir expresses itself in the complex aromas, flavors and especially, textures of Overture. The classic blackberry and cassis character of Cabernet Sauvignon melds seamlessly with the black cherry, red currant and violet from the Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. The blending of wine-lots across vintages and extended barrel aging give Overture a supple structure and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":43804095414464,"sku":"OPS-O19-750","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":43804078440640,"sku":"OPS-O19-756","price":1110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/Product_Images_2_1500_x_1500_38.jpg?v=1721996809"},{"product_id":"opus-one-overture-2021","title":"2021 Opus One","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOpus One Overture 2021, Napa Valley, USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst created in 1993, Overture by Opus One is a traditional “second wine” meticulously\u003cbr\u003ecrafted with organically grown fruit from the estate vineyards. The fruit is harvested and vinified with the same care, precision, and attention to detail as Opus One.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring and after harvest, the winemaking team rigorously evaluates the wines from each vineyard block and blends only those with the unique aromatics, flavors, and textures recognized as ideal for Overture—a cellar-worthy wine with remarkable freshness, approachability, and suppleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINTAGE 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2021, the vineyards experienced unseasonably dry conditions with the second lowest rainfall in Opus One’s history. The vineyard team took advantage of the dryness to cultivate early to avoid unnecessary competition for the limited water available. Cooler temperatures prevailed, and rains in late March arrived just in time for the slightly delayed bud-break on April 7th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarmer weather in April and May allowed for ideal shoot growth and flowering began on May 17th. Reduced water led to lower-than-average yields, which gave the fruit exceptional concentration and flavor at harvest. The summer months were very warm; however, there were no prolonged periods over 100 degrees. Harvest began on August 31st and was steady and brief, with completion occurring on September 24th.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverture 2021, the first vintage-dated bottling of the second wine of Opus One, offers fresh aromas of plum, blackberry, and cherry enhanced by alluring notes of dried rose petal, forest floor, and earthy minerality. Juicy and bright on the palate with distinctive flavors of black currant, blueberry, and fraises du bois; the wine delivers a velvety texture with powdery tannins. Subtle coffee and dark chocolate round out the long finish coupled with a well- integrated acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVARIETALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 89%, Cabernet Franc 4%, Petit Verdot 4% and Merlot 3%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKIN CONTACT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBARREL AGING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19.5 months in new French oak\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":45429623587008,"sku":"OPS-O21-750","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":45429623619776,"sku":"OPS-O21-756","price":1170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/Product_Images_2_1500_x_1500_38.jpg?v=1721996809"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/collections\/opus-one-overture-collection-banner.webp?v=1762159712","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/opus-one-overture.oembed","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}