One of CA's oldest wineries, Far Niente, founded in 1885 by world traveler John Benson. The winery flourished until Prohibition, at which time it was abandoned and fell into complete disrepair. The stately stone shell of a winery was purchased in 1979 by Gil Nickel. Tropical and stone fruit aromas with complex spice and oak notes. On the palate apple, melon and citrus flavors, creamy, with toasty oak, fig and honey tones. Lingering finish ending with vibrant acidity & mineral character. Consistent. Nice!
One of CA's oldest wineries, Far Niente, founded in 1885 by world traveler John Benson. The winery flourished until Prohibition, at which time it was abandoned and fell into complete disrepair. The stately stone shell of a winery was purchased in 1979 by Gil Nickel. Tropical and stone fruit aromas with complex spice and oak notes. On the palate apple, melon and citrus flavors, creamy, with toasty oak, fig and honey tones. Lingering finish ending with vibrant acidity & mineral character. Consistent. Nice!
2 people found it helpfulOct 3rd, 2018
13' wonderfully well balanced... for such a mass produced wine. Oak hits in the front & Middle palate. Cinnabon, white flowers. A taste of honey-peaches. Washes clean with crisp acidity. It's a bit better then the 12'
13' wonderfully well balanced... for such a mass produced wine. Oak hits in the front & Middle palate. Cinnabon, white flowers. A taste of honey-peaches. Washes clean with crisp acidity. It's a bit better then the 12'
2 people found it helpfulOct 2nd, 2015
2022. very well balanced, lemony notes, gorgeous. yay ‘22
2022. very well balanced, lemony notes, gorgeous. yay ‘22
1 person found it helpfulFeb 22nd, 2024
Full body, mildly dry, balanced. Lovely soft flavors of pears, green apples. Excellent!
Full body, mildly dry, balanced. Lovely soft flavors of pears, green apples. Excellent!
1 person found it helpfulSep 22nd, 2019
Rich, buttery. Banana, peach, vanilla, even a bit of coconut.
Rich, buttery. Banana, peach, vanilla, even a bit of coconut.
1 person found it helpfulJul 13th, 2019
Napa Valley, California, USA
