2010 Far Niente Estate Bottled Chardonnay [1.5L], Napa Valley
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2010
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
September 14-October 21, 2010
Aging
10 months sur lie in French oak (61% new, 39% once-used)
Fermentation
100% barrel; No ML
Alcohol %
14.3
In Stock
Each bottle is packaged in its own wooden presentation box finished with elegant brass hardware.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2010
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
September 14-October 21, 2010
Aging
10 months sur lie in French oak (61% new, 39% once-used)
Fermentation
100% barrel; No ML
Alcohol %
14.3
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Aromas of Meyer lemon, toasted nuts and fig are supported by the underlying
sweetness of honeysuckle. The entry is honeyed with ripe citrus, light melon
and well-integrated nuttiness and a touch of mineral. A rich, full midpalate
with balanced acidity draws out into a long finish.
Vineyard Notes
Far Niente Chardonnay is a blend of superlative Napa Valley vineyards, many
of which are located in a little-known area called Coombsville, a cool growing
region nestled in the rolling countryside and protected by the hills east of the
city of Napa. Coombsville offers the characteristic climate of Carneros, with less
wind, along with deeper, well-drained gravelly loam and volcanic ash soils.
The combination of these spectacular vineyards results in the subtle, tropical
flavors, complex aromas and uncommon richness that we have long associated
with Far Niente Chardonnay.
