Far Niente Winery
Bella Union Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Bella Union – Cabernet Sauvignon – 2022
Napa Valley AVA – California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview
A polished Napa Cabernet from the Far Niente family, crafted to deliver plush fruit, approachability, and a recognizable house style in the mid-upper tier market. Blended with small amounts of Merlot and other Bordeaux varieties for balance and softness.
Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry, cassis, dark cherry, cocoa, vanilla, and sweet baking spice. Subtle oak toast adds warmth without overwhelming the fruit.
Mouthfeel
Full-bodied, smooth, and rounded with ripe tannins and a supple, easy-flowing texture. Comforting rather than challenging; well-executed and balanced.
Food Pairings
Short ribs, grilled ribeye, mushroom burgers, aged Gouda, or rosemary lamb chops.
Verdict
A solid, high-quality Napa Cabernet that delivers exactly what it promises: richness, fruit-forward appeal, and premium polish. Not groundbreaking, but dependable, enjoyable, and consumer-friendly.
Did You Know?
Bella Union was launched by Far Niente to specifically highlight Napa Valley Cabernet with vineyard diversity, sourcing from Rutherford, Oakville, and beyond, allowing more stylistic freedom than the flagship estate wines.
Bella Union – Cabernet Sauvignon – 2022
Napa Valley AVA – California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview
A polished Napa Cabernet from the Far Niente family, crafted to deliver plush fruit, approachability, and a recognizable house style in the mid-upper tier market. Blended with small amounts of Merlot and other Bordeaux varieties for balance and softness.
Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry, cassis, dark cherry, cocoa, vanilla, and sweet baking spice. Subtle oak toast adds warmth without overwhelming the fruit.
Mouthfeel
Full-bodied, smooth, and rounded with ripe tannins and a supple, easy-flowing texture. Comforting rather than challenging; well-executed and balanced.
Food Pairings
Short ribs, grilled ribeye, mushroom burgers, aged Gouda, or rosemary lamb chops.
Verdict
A solid, high-quality Napa Cabernet that delivers exactly what it promises: richness, fruit-forward appeal, and premium polish. Not groundbreaking, but dependable, enjoyable, and consumer-friendly.
Did You Know?
Bella Union was launched by Far Niente to specifically highlight Napa Valley Cabernet with vineyard diversity, sourcing from Rutherford, Oakville, and beyond, allowing more stylistic freedom than the flagship estate wines.