Napa Valley
2022 Far Niente Chardonnay, Napa Valley
- 94 pointsWine Enthusiast
- 93 pointsJames Suckling
- 92 pointsWine Spectator
Far Niente Chardonnay is a blend of superlative Napa Valley vineyards located in Coombsville. Our 2022 vintage is richly aromatic with bright notes of citrus, melon, and pear. These same enchanting notes continue onto the palate with a silky entry that slowly builds to a long finish with lingering citrus. Crisp minerality and juicy acidity lift and support the generous fruit and provide the framework for graceful aging.
Napa Valley
2022 Far Niente Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Napa Valley
2022 Far Niente Chardonnay, Napa Valley
- 94 pointsWine Enthusiast
- 93 pointsJames Suckling
- 92 pointsWine Spectator
Far Niente Chardonnay is a blend of superlative Napa Valley vineyards located in Coombsville. Our 2022 vintage is richly aromatic with bright notes of citrus, melon, and pear. These same enchanting notes continue onto the palate with a silky entry that slowly builds to a long finish with lingering citrus. Crisp minerality and juicy acidity lift and support the generous fruit and provide the framework for graceful aging.
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The Details
Varietal
100% Chardonnay
Aging
10 months sur lie in French oak (50% new, 50% once-used)
Harvest Dates
August 22 – September 22, 2022
Release Date
Fall 2023
Winemaker
Nicole Marchesi
A mild March coupled with proactive vineyard management during the summer's high heat produced wines with balanced acidity and great flavors.
The 2022 growing season began with an exceptionally mild March budbreak. By May, vines showed strong shoot growth and average yields ahead of mid-July veraison. Proactive vineyard management, including shade cloths and misting systems, mitigated the impact of summer heat spikes, maintaining great quality. Harvest began on August 22, with grapes showing excellent balanced acidity, freshness, and great flavors. This careful management ensured an overall successful and flavorful harvest season.
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A region celebrated for its ideal climate and varied terrain.
Napa Valley AVA is world-renowned for its diverse microclimates and rich soils, producing some of the world's finest wines. With over 16 sub-AVAs, it offers a rich palette of flavors, primarily excelling in Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.
94 Points
Wine Enthusiast
“"A creamy texture carries lush, ripe tropical fruits, ample butter and toast nuances in this bold, full-bodied wine. The layering of baked apples, vanilla, Bartlett pears and almonds is impressive and delicious."”
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