2004 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls, [Scuffed/Slightly Damp Stained Labels]

LP97 "Deep garnet in color, the 2004 Opus One sashays out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of violets and Chinese five spice, followed by bold scents of black cherries, cassis, and raspberry coulis, plus a hint of licorice. The full-bodied palate is fantastically pure and concentrated, with a firm, grainy texture and seamless freshness, finishing with epic length." LPB for TWI Jan 2023 DR97 "This is the point at which Opus becomes a fully independent estate, with its own vineyard crew so able to react when needed throughout the growing season. And this first vintage under their entire control, with floral notes coming through on the attack that expand through the mid-palate into full on smoked caramel, black chocolate and rich cassis puree. Still inky in colour with firm confident tannins, a long life ahead, this is intense and impressive. 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec completes the blend." JA for DR Sep 2019 JD96 "The 2004 Opus One showed beautifully and is a hidden gem in the v