EnRoute Wines, pursuing profound expressions of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Finding the delicate balance between ripeness and restraint is the secret to crafting a beautiful EnRoute Pinot Noir. We believe less is more with Pinot Noir: The less you try to manipulate it, the more it will express its depth and finesse.

Our journey begins each vintage with estate vineyards in Russian River Valley and the careful search for a few like-minded growers whose grapes can bring further dimension to our flagship cuvée, EnRoute Les Pommiers. In the cellar, our winemakers flip the script on small-batch, site-specific winemaking by blending the best blocks of Pinot Noir from each vineyard into Les Pommiers rather than reserving those grapes for their single-vineyard siblings. This lets our winemakers capture the finesse of the grape and the region in one wine and focus on expressing the nuances of site and vintage in EnRoute Pinot Noir vineyard designates.

EnRoute Chardonnays are admired for their elegance and vibrant character. Each vintage seeks to highlight Chardonnay’s most refined qualities, with a focus on precision and finesse. Aromas of citrus and delicate flowers lead into a palate brimming with crisp orchard fruits, supported by bright acidity and gentle hints of minerality. Each release exemplifies the consistent house style that makes EnRoute Chardonnay so distinctive.

What started as a dream endures as a legacy of devotion. With a rich history dating back to 1885, Far Niente is one of Napa Valley’s most iconic wine estates. Storied hillside caves and time-honored traditions at our historic Oakville winery allow us to craft elegant Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons, renowned for a distinctive house style. Guided by an endless pursuit of the pinnacle of excellence, we are fiercely committed to preserving this captivating place and its winemaking legacy through the ages.

For five decades, Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon has embodied our passion and commitment to making the very best wine possible. The result is timeless wines that are rich in flavor, structure, and depth with captivating elegance, freshness, and length. Known for age-worthiness and collectability, our Cabernet Sauvignons express the distinctive fusion of dark fruits, velvety texture, and silky tannins that have become synonymous with the Far Niente house style.

Discover the timeless allure of Far Niente's Cave Collection—an exclusive offering of meticulously aged wines that capture the essence of our legacy since 1979. Each bottle, re-released in limited quantities from our historic caves, showcases the elegance, depth, and complexity that only time can bring. These rare vintages have been carefully aged to perfection, promising an unforgettable experience for those who seek wines that stand the test of time.