ProducerOakville
Far Niente
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Napa's benchmark for elegant Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon since 1885.
A historic Napa estate producing both Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay of exceptional quality, known for the elegant Oakville-terroir style.
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Who Is This For?
For collectors and fine-dining lovers who want the historic, gold-standard expression of Oakville Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, backed by over a century of consistency.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Far Niente founded?
- Far Niente was founded in 1885 by John Benson in Oakville, Napa Valley, with a gravity-flow winery designed by renowned architect Hamden McIntyre.
- What happened to Far Niente during Prohibition?
- The winery was abandoned during Prohibition in 1919 and lay dormant for decades until Gil and Beth Nickel purchased and lovingly restored the historic stone building starting in 1979.
- What is Far Niente best known for?
- Far Niente is best known for its benchmark Napa Valley Chardonnay, sourced largely from the cool Coombsville AVA, and its elegant, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon.
- What does the name 'Far Niente' mean?
- The name comes from the Italian phrase 'dolce far niente,' meaning 'the sweetness of doing nothing,' reflecting the estate's philosophy of gracious, unhurried living.
- What other wineries are part of the Far Niente family?
- Far Niente is the flagship of a family of Napa Valley wineries that also includes Nickel & Nickel, Dolce, EnRoute, Bella Union, and Post & Beam.