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LOT 175

Lot 175

OPUS ONE 2002 (2) WA 94

OPUS ONE 2002 (2) WA 94
Lot 175 Details
OPUS ONE 2002

Napa Valley.
1 x scraped label. 1 x scuffed label.

I tend to think that recent vintages of Opus One are even greater than vintages made during this era, but the 2002 is certainly one of the top wines Opus has produced during the early part of this century. It boasts a dense plum/purple hue along with a striking bouquet of graphite, toasty oak, creme de cassis and acacia flowers. Full-bodied, opulent and young, it offers accessibility as well as silky tannins. A thoroughly complete wine that is pure and rich, it tastes like a hypothetical blend of a great Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon married to a Bordeaux Pauillac. Bravo! It will benefit from 2-3 more years of cellaring and should keep for 20-25 thereafter. June 2012 Drink: 2014-2039 WA 94

2 bts.    per lot $800 - $1,000

Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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