Opus One 1984 750ml

Winespectator.com, Web Only , 2004
Mature, with nutty oxidized flavors that turn dry and astringent. A touch of minty currant peeks through, but this one is dried out.

Great winemaking begins in the vineyard. At Opus One, traditional approaches are taken wherever they work best. And, when modern techniques benefit the winegrowing process, they are researched, evaluated and integrated into practice. For instance, the vines are planted five to six times more densely than is typical in California. At higher densities, the vines produce smaller berries with higher skin-to-juice ratios and more intense flavors and aromas.

Meats, Beef and Venison