Fine Wine

November 25December 03, 2019
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LOT 577

Lot 577

OPUS ONE 2005 (3) WA 95

OPUS ONE 2005 (3) WA 95
Lot 577 Details
OPUS ONE 2005

Napa Valley.
1 x scuffed label. 3 x wrinkled labels. 3 x scuffed capsules

Complex and medium to full-bodied, with silky tannin and superb purity and balance, this is exactly what Opus One was meant to be when it was first proposed. Of course, it is a popular wine to criticize, but the quality has never been better, and certainly 2005 is a beauty. It is reaching full maturity at ten years, but I think there is still another 10-15+ years of upside potential in this wine. It is full-bodied, opulent and, dare I say, delicious. Given its popularity and brand recognition, it’s nice to know that even at a major steak house you can probably find this wine and be thrilled to buy it and drink it. June 2015 Drink: 2015-2030 WA 95

3 bts.    per lot $1,200 - $1,400

Realised: $1,728
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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