Far Niente Chardonnay 2023 750ML

Overview

Far Niente Chardonnay 2023 750ML is a polished, cave-finished Napa Chardonnay that leans citrus-and-floral up front, then turns silky with a long, mineral-driven finish.

Hamptons Tasting Notes
Lemon-lime zest, honeydew, and white peach lift out of the glass, followed by lemon verbena and a faint toasted spice note. The palate stays medium-bodied with bright acidity and crisp minerality, finishing juicy and clean.

Style & Specs

• Grape: Chardonnay
• Fermentation/Élevage: fermentation starts in stainless steel; 89% is racked to French oak to complete fermentation; aged 10 months on fine lees
• Malolactic: blocked (no malolactic conversion)
• Oak: French oak barrels, 52% new (48% used once)

Food Pairings

• Seared scallops with citrus butter
• Roast chicken with herbs
• Grilled shrimp
• Creamy mushroom pasta
• Aged Gruyère or Comté

Why Buy This Bottle

• A “fresh-but-silky” Chardonnay profile: bright acidity, then lees-driven polish.
• High-confidence critic stack for gifting or case buys.
• Built for food: mineral structure keeps richness in check.