COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Far Niente Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a red wine from Far Niente Winery in Oakville, Napa Valley. The wine is a blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller percentages of Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. Far Niente, established in 1885 and restored in 1979, is known for its focused production of two varietal wines. The vineyards are situated across various Napa Valley appellations, including Oakville, Rutherford, Calistoga, and St. Helena, with the Oakville estate featuring gravelly loam soils ideal for Bordeaux varietals. The 2021 vintage was influenced by a dry and mild growing season, contributing to concentrated fruit characteristics and balanced structure.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Far Niente means 'without a care' in Italian.
Fact 02
The winery focuses on producing only two varietal wines.
Fact 03
Napa Green certified since 2008.
Fact 04
16,800 cases produced for this vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is produced from a blend of Bordeaux varietals, with Cabernet Sauvignon as the dominant grape. The grapes are sourced from various vineyards across Napa Valley. The wine undergoes an aging process of 17 months in French oak barrels, with a significant portion being new oak. This aging contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. The winery holds Napa Green certification, indicating a commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible winemaking practices.
