This is the first time Overture has been vintage dated!

Overture reflects the winemaker’s artistry by showcasing the talent of blending traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. However, Overture’s third blending aspect – that of marrying multiple vintages – yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that can be enjoyed upon release.

Profuse, dark-fruit aromas of black cherry, plum, and cassis are complemented with more nuanced notes of cedar, cigar box, and toasty brioche. Juicy flavors of boysenberry, blackberry, and dark cherry flood the palate and are braced by powdery tannins and ample acidity. The long, plush finish delivers hints of black pepper, dark chocolate, and espresso.

"Vivid cherry red, medium intensity, pared back and moreish. Enticing charred plum and spiced black cherry, restrained and savoury, chalky tannins, good lift through the palate without losing the creaminess of the fruit, a dusting of cocoa powder adds a gourmet twist. 65% new oak for ageing. 2021 was a very dry vintage (2nd driest in history of Opus) but there were few extremes of temperature, and this is a delicious Overture. First one with a vintage on the label, after a few years of slowly moving that way. Impressive, easy to recommend." Jane Anson 93 Points