Far Niente
2011 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Martin Stelling Vineyard"
Oakville AVA
Auction 17 | Lot No. 170
Vintage: 2011
Far Niente
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville
5 cases produced
Description
The Martin Stelling vineyard in Oakville has been the source of the Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon since the first vintage in 1982. For Premiere, we created a blend of some of our favorite blocks of Stelling, including a small section of our estate Petit Verdot. Aromas of dark cherry and boysenberry are layered with notes of mocha and perfume. It displays a sweet and silky entry which leads through to flavors of juicy cherry and a long smooth finish.
Nicole Marchesi
Winemaker, Far Niente
I got my hands dirty in the cellar and lab at several internships before coming to Far Niente, where I started as enologist and then became assistant winemaker, and now winemaker. I’ve essentially grown up working with Far Niente’s vineyards in Coombsville and Oakville.
Country born: United States
Education: I received a B.S. in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis and had internships in Sonoma and New Zealand. I consider my incredible colleagues and team at Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel, Dolce and EnRoute my mentors.
Years in the wine industry: 8 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I believe that great winemaking begins in the vineyard. I work collaboratively with our viticulturist to grow great grapes. My job in the winery is to capture what each vineyard and block has to offer. Each wine lot is like a puzzle piece that needs to be assembled so that the final product is a harmonious blend which expresses both place and vintage, while staying true to the Far Niente house style.
Nara Cellar
1500 Whitehall Lane
Saint Helena CA 94574
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Nara Cellar:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuum Estate | 2012 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) | |
| Arietta | 2011 | Semillon | Napa Valley | Ivory Keys | 17 (2013) |
| Chateau Montelena Winery | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | K Block Blend 10.23 | 17 (2013) |
| Far Niente | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Martin Stelling Vineyard | 17 (2013) |
| Heitz Wine Cellars | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 16 (2012) | |
| Snowden Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | 16 (2012) |
Winery Distribution
Far Niente is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- California (Far Niente)