Longevity of Opus One and others

[lizzie101]

Can anyone tell me whether Opus One is a wine that can be aged well or if it is one that should be consumed early on? I really like Opus One and I have a bottle that I do not want to spoil. Someone told me it does not age well and that it should be consumed within a certain number of years of the vintage. Is this true and is there a general rule of thumb for knowing which wines to savor right away and which ones to hold onto for awhile before consuming? Thanks for your help!!!

[winoweenie]

Hi Lizzie and welcome to the board. Your friend is a lil' confused on the Opus. Seems like a lot of people have become experts when talking to someone about wine. Opus is accessible young , but is also structured in the better vintages to age well. Tho not one of my favorties, it is still a well-made wine. If you have good storage the Opus will age, If not drink the sucker jes' because it's Tuesday. WW

[lizzie101]

Thanks, winoweenie. Which vintages would you consider to be the better vintages of Opus One? I have some other domestic reds from a while back, do you think they shall hold up as well? I have some Jordan cabernet 1990 and some Opus One 1990 and Wild Horse 1990. Is there a rule of thumb for this, or does it depend on each wine blend? Thanks

[winoweenie]

The 90, 91 94 and 97 are all outstanding Calif vintages. Next time you're in your fav wine store, ask them for a Calif vintage chart. The price is rite...Free. WW

[lizzie101]

Thanks for your help winoweenie.