Opus One Wine

The beautiful vineyards of Opus on wines were founded in 1979 by both Robert Mondavi and Philippine de Rothschild. The winery located in Oakville California in the heart of Napa Valley, uses both modern and traditional techniques to establish the elegant, distinct taste. In addition the winery only uses each tank one time during each harvest allowing each batch to proceed slowly through the process. The process is never rushed and they sit in the barrel for 17-24 months before being bottled.

Opus One wine has been one of the few wines that have appreciated in value over the last 10 years. In 1998 to 2002 the 1990 batch appreciated 37%, compared to Latour 90' which only appreciated 3% over the same span. The 1990 bottle went from a average of $123 to $168 per bottle.  The Montrose 90' which appreciated 13%  only increased by $27 dollars per bottle in 1998 to 2002.

The Opus One Wine 1991 brand appreciated 13% in value during the years of 1998 to 2002. Investing in wines like Opus One can increase your revenue and make excellent investments. Below you can read the top 5 reasons to become a wine investor:

Reason 1] The chances of getting a satisfying return on your investment is much greater than with other unstable investments.

Reason 2] There are many social networking benefits to becoming a wine investor, not to mention the social standing investing in wine creates.

Reason 3] The wine industry is expected to increase over the next 10 years. Stock market projections indicate that the vine industry has been increasing in interest, improving the amount of revenue made off wine stocks.

Reason 4] Most wineries are family oriented and treat their stockholder with the utmost in care and respect. The overall company including stockholders are regarded more like family and take into account everyone that has a investment in them.

Opus One Wine was listed on the top 16 wines to taste in the Wine Market Journal. Though Opus One Wine is half the general cost of the average it produces over 20,000 cases per year. In 1984 the first two of its vintages 1978 & 1980 were released. The vineyard uses over 5 varieties to make its Opus One Wine including, Merlot, Cabernet, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Not placing one on the label allows them to mix all 5 varieties adding to the wonder flavor of their wine.

Although rare wines has not been marketed as strongly as other markets, it has many advantages and can bring you a handsome return. Learning more about Opus One Wines can be very beneficial both financially and socially. The Opus One Winery provides tastings to many people by appointment, and will share information regarding its company upon request. Opus One Wine Vineyards take time, and care in making producing their brand, making it worthy of tasting.