About the product
Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is a refined and full-bodied Napa Valley red showcasing the depth, elegance, and structure associated with the estate. The wine opens with expressive aromas of black cherry, black currant, dark plum, rose petal, caramel, and toasted oak. On the palate, ripe blackberry, spiced cherry, and cassis are complemented by cocoa, bay leaf, and sweet oak. Fine-grained tannins and lively acidity provide balance, leading to a long, polished finish. The 2023 vintage is composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon with Petit Verdot adding additional depth and structure.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Taste Notes:
Black cherry, black currant, blackberry, dark plum, cassis, spiced cherry, rose petal, cocoa, caramel, bay leaf, graphite, and toasted oak. Full-bodied with fine-grained tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, polished finish.
Food Pairings:
Grilled steak, filet mignon, roasted lamb, braised short ribs, roast beef, venison, hearty mushroom dishes, and aged hard cheeses.
About the brand
Far Niente is a historic Napa Valley winery founded in 1885 and restored by Gil Nickel in 1979. Located in Oakville, the estate has built a reputation for producing refined, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Far Niente's winemaking philosophy emphasizes meticulous vineyard selection, precision, balance, and a sophisticated house style.
