{"title":"Far Niente","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"far-niente-2020","title":"2020 Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2020 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, USA\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Far Niente","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":44009457189056,"sku":"XFN-CAB-750","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/far-niente-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-oakville-label.jpg?v=1762180957"},{"product_id":"far-niente-estate-bottled-1994","title":"1994 Far Niente","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1994 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon – Classic Oakville Expression\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1994 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon represents one of Napa Valley’s most enduring expressions of balance and longevity. Sourced from the heart of Oakville, this vintage reflects the estate’s meticulous approach to vineyard management and restrained winemaking style that emphasizes purity over power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bouquet opens with layers of cassis, graphite, tobacco leaf, and cedar. The palate remains vibrant after decades, offering fine-grained tannins and focused acidity that carry blackcurrant, mocha, and dried herbs through a remarkably persistent finish. Mature yet lively, it illustrates why the 1994 vintage is often celebrated among Napa’s finest years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed entirely of Cabernet Sauvignon from the estate’s Oakville vineyards, the wine was aged in new French oak barrels for just under two years. The gravelly, well-drained soils and warm microclimate of Oakville provide the concentration and elegance that define Far Niente’s house style. Farming is conducted with sustainable precision, ensuring fruit of exceptional clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1994 vintage is considered one of the standout years of the decade in Napa Valley. With its proven cellaring record and established secondary-market following, this bottling holds consistent appeal for fine wine investors and collectors seeking benchmark California Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool nights and a steady, warm growing season produced fruit of outstanding ripeness and balance. Critics consistently note its elegance, structure, and impressive aging trajectory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/america\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmerican Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/napa-valley\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNapa Valley Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/best-selling-products-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBest Selling Products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far Niente","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":46940984967360,"sku":"FRGE-FNT-C94-750","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/1994-far-niente-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-oakville-bottle-front.webp?v=1762179198"},{"product_id":"far-niente-estate-bottled-1996","title":"1996 Far Niente","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1996 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon – A Benchmark Napa Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1996 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon represents one of the defining vintages from this revered Oakville estate. Known for its precision and elegance, Far Niente has long championed balance over power, and this vintage captures that philosophy with clarity—an enduring example of Napa Valley’s maturity in the mid-1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow at its peak, the 1996 Far Niente reveals layers of black currant, cedar, graphite, and dried herbs. The palate is poised and structured, offering fine-grained tannins and a long, savoury finish underscored by oak spice and cassis. Its composure and depth speak to both meticulous vineyard management and patient aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from estate vineyards in the heart of Oakville, this Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in French oak for nearly two years. The gravelly, well-drained soils of Oakville produce Cabernet of precision and natural harmony. A moderate growing season in 1996 allowed for even ripening and firm structural integrity, ensuring long-term aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the standout vintages of the decade, the 1996 Far Niente has proven its longevity through steady performance in secondary markets. Its limited availability and pedigree continue to attract seasoned collectors of mature Napa Valley wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1996 season in Napa Valley produced wines of classical balance and subtle richness. This bottling has been praised for its graceful evolution and enduring freshness over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/america\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmerica\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/california-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalifornia Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/oakville\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOakville\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/best-selling-products-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBest Selling Products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far Niente","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":46941058105536,"sku":"FRGE-FNT-C96-750","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/1996-far-niente-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-oakville-bottle-front.webp?v=1762180101"},{"product_id":"far-niente-estate-bottled-1999","title":"1999 Far Niente","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1999 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon – A Vintage of Grace and Depth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1999 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon stands as a beautifully refined expression of Oakville’s terroir at the turn of the century. With a lineage rooted in precision and restraint, Far Niente’s 1999 release captures the harmony and longevity that define this benchmark Napa Valley estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and composed, the 1999 Far Niente offers aromas of blackcurrant, dried tobacco, and warm cedar intertwined with hints of mocha and graphite. The palate is supple yet structured, showcasing fine tannins, balanced acidity, and lingering flavours of cassis and earth. Decades after harvest, it remains poised and remarkably fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon in the heart of Oakville, this vintage benefited from a long, moderate growing season. Aged nearly two years in French oak, it demonstrates Far Niente’s meticulous approach to barrel selection and blending. The gravelly loam soils and cool evening breezes of Oakville lend this Cabernet its signature depth and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow considered a mature example of late-1990s Napa Valley winemaking, the 1999 Far Niente continues to attract collectors for its balance, rarity, and steady performance on the secondary market. Its longevity confirms its standing among California’s blue-chip Cabernet Sauvignons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1999 vintage in Napa Valley delivered excellent ripeness with natural freshness, producing wines of structure and aging capacity. Critics have consistently praised its finesse and seamless evolution in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/america\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmerica\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/california-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalifornia Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/oakville\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOakville\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/best-selling-products-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBest Selling Products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far Niente","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":46941062922432,"sku":"FRGE-FNT-C99-750","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/1999-far-niente-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-oakville-bottle-front.webp?v=1762181200"}],"url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/far-niente.oembed","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}