{"product_id":"far-niente-chardonnay","title":"Far Niente Winery Estate Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California","description":"\u003cp\u003eFar Niente’s 2023 Estate Chardonnay is a masterful expression of Napa Valley’s cooler vineyard sites, blending fruit from Carneros and Coombsville. Carneros, with its cool maritime climate and well-draining soils, produces Chardonnay grapes of remarkable elegance, while Coombsville’s gravelly loam and volcanic ash soils add depth and complexity. This interplay of terroirs yields a wine of striking balance, where freshness and richness coexist beautifully​.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Napa Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 7 – October 16, 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 89% barrel, 11% stainless steel tank; no malolactic fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged sur lie in French oak barrels (45% new, 55% once-used), medium toast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicole Marchesi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVice President of Winemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andrew Delos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer 2024​\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the very first swirl, this Chardonnay invites with a bouquet of citrus blossom, white florals, and hints of honeydew melon and nectarine. The palate is a study in precision: bright and refreshing, with a silky texture that carries flavors of lemon-lime zest and lemon verbena. Its long, juicy finish lingers, offering both vibrancy and depth—a testament to the slow, cool ripening of the 2023 vintage​.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFar Niente has long been a standard-bearer for Napa Valley Chardonnay, producing wines of elegance and longevity since its founding in 1885. The winery was revitalized in the late 1970s by Gil Nickel, who embraced a commitment to excellence that continues today. Under the guidance of winemaker Nicole Marchesi—who has been crafting Far Niente’s wines for over a decade—the estate remains dedicated to meticulous farming and winemaking, ensuring that each vintage reflects the purity and complexity of its vineyard sources​.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Chardonnay shines when served around 50°F—just chilled enough to accentuate its freshness without muting its expressive aromatics. It’s a natural match for butter-poached lobster, roasted chicken with lemon and thyme, or a simple yet luxurious plate of creamy brie and toasted almonds. Whether enjoyed at a celebratory dinner or a casual evening on the patio, this wine promises an experience of pure Napa Valley elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wines Off Wynkoop","offers":[{"title":"2023 \/ 750mL","offer_id":41470456430647,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/FarNienteEstateChardonnay.png?v=1738810789","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/far-niente-chardonnay","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}