Mondavi, Opus One Size:3x1.5L trying to polish the tannins

trying to polish the tannins and keep the juiciness and avoid excessive tannins

the 2009 Saint-Pierre displays maturing notes of crème de cassis

This feels very lively and energetic

Medium-bodied

Limpid yellow-gold

Mondavi, Opus One Size:3x1.5L trying to polish the tanninsSometimes a little overlooked, this is a vintage that falls closer to 2012 than 2013 in profile, at least on this showing it has velvety tannins that pack a punch, and the concentration is clear, with well structured confident tannins and a deep swirl of black pepper. 2% Malbec, 7% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 20 days skin contact. Earliest bud break in history, mild and dry seasons, harvest from September 5 to October 7.