Far Niente Chardonnay 2022

The other side of Far Niente — and just as quietly brilliant.

Far Niente is best known for Cabernet, but their Chardonnay has long been one of Napa Valley's best-kept secrets. Crafted from estate fruit with the same meticulous care as their reds, the 2022 showed excellent balanced acidity and freshness from the start — a Chardonnay that's rich without being heavy, and elegant without being austere.

Tasting Notes
Richly aromatic, with bright notes of citrus, melon, and pear that carry through from nose to palate. The entry is silky, building slowly to a long finish with lingering citrus. Crisp minerality and juicy acidity lift and support the generous fruit, providing the framework for graceful aging over the next several years.

The Finish
Long and bright, with lingering citrus and a mineral freshness that keeps everything lively and clean.

What the Critics Say

• Wine Spectator: 93 points — praised for its "elegant balance, bright acidity, and the classic Far Niente refinement."
• James Suckling: 94 points — noted for its "beautiful freshness, layered citrus fruit, and impressive aging potential."