With these releases, the House of Far Niente continues to lead the way in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, blending innovative craftsmanship with a steadfast commitment to its storied legacy.
These wines showcase the rich terroir and exceptional craftsmanship of Napa Valley, capturing the essence of the region’s nest vineyards and appealing to collectors and connoisseurs alike.
Both the Far Niente Benson Vale Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon and Bella Union Winery Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon stand as iconic representations of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, distinguished within the competitive landscape.
Vineyard I NNOVATION for Unmatched Quality
NEWER CLONES & BALANCED CLUSTER ARCHITECTURE
Improves grape uniformity and ripeness, resulting in wines that are more consistent in avor and exhibit a greater balance of fruit, tannins, and acidity.
NEWER ROOTSTOCKS & SITE-SPECIFIC QUALITY
Speci cally chosen to match the sites’ unique soils, optimize vine health, and ensure the grapes re ect the true character of the terroir, leading to wines that are a pure expression of their environment with enhanced quality.
IDEAL ROW ORIENTATION & SUN PROTECTION
Ideal row orientation prevents sunburn, preserving the natural acidity and freshness of the grapes, and ensuring the resulting wine has a vibrant character with balanced avor.
MODERN TRELLIS DESIGN & CANOPY MANAGEMENT
Promotes ideal canopy architecture, ensuring better light exposure and air circulation, fostering grapes that ripen more evenly and consistently, leading to wines that are more expressive and complex.
WATER TECHNOLOGIES AND IRRIGATION EFFICIENCIES
More ef cient water use, including the use of heat-suppressing misters, ensures the vines receive just the right amount of water to produce optimal fruit, leading to a more sustainable approach to vineyard management.
Nicole Marchesi DIRECTOR OF WINEMAKING Far
Niente and Dolce
Nicole’s passion for Napa’s terroir shines through in her exceptional approach to Far Niente wines, where tradition meets innovation.
Brooke Bobyak Price
WINEMAKER
Bella Union
Brooke’s commitment to quality and her deep understanding of Rutherford’s soils de ne the essence of Bella Union wines.
Thomas Rivers Brown
CONSULTING WINEMAKER
Benson Vale and Bella Union
Rutherford
A trusted collaborator, Thomas’ expertise elevates our winemaking process, helping us re ne each wine to its fullest expression.
The BEGINNING of a New Legacy
2021 FAR NIENTE BENSON VALE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
OAKVILLE, NAPA VALLEY
Special Nature of the Terroir:
Nestled in the heart of Oakville, the Stelling Vineyard draws on the fertile soils of the Western Oakville Bench, known for producing some of Napa Valley’s nest Cabernet Sauvignon
Located adjacent to the iconic To Kalon Vineyard, Stelling Vineyard bene ts from the same world-class terroir, amplifying its potential to create exceptional, age-worthy wines
The vineyard’s small, meticulously managed blocks allow for precise farming practices, ensuring each vine yields fruit of exceptional quality and concentration
This highly collectible wine is a rare gem that adds depth and distinction to Far Niente’s storied Cabernet Sauvignon portfolio
The limited production of this wine enhances its exclusivity, making it a standout addition to any collection, with a style that re ects the pinnacle of Napa Valley winemaking
A Truly ICONIC , WORLD-CLASS Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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DISCOVERING the Benson Vale Essence
2021 FAR NIENTE BENSON VALE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
OAKVILLE, NAPA VALLEY
The exceptional qualities of the Stelling Vineyard make it the perfect terrain for cultivating powerful, classically structured, timeless Cabernet Sauvignon
With its unique location and extraordinary fruit, the Stelling Vineyard embodies the essence of Oakville’s renowned terroir, contributing to a wine that is both re ned and bold, capable of evolving beautifully with time
AROMA
Enticing blackberry, blueberry pie, plum, and baking spice, accompanied by subtle notes of caramel, seamlessly integrated oak, and a hint of sweetness
An intriguing touch of black olive tapenade and bay leaf adds complexity
PALATE
Supple and soft entry, reminiscent of velvet and plush textures
The palate mirrors the aromatic delights with concentrated, vibrant, dark fruit avors
Mid-late palate indulges in the allure of sweet, toasty oak, complemented by a luscious coating and melting tannin sensation that ampli es every nuance
TECHNICAL
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Sourcing: 100% Martin Stelling Vineyard (seven blocks)
Aging: 100% French Oak (85% new); 20 months
Un ned and Un ltered
98 PTS
95 PTS
Why RUTHERFORD Continues the Legacy
2022 BELLA UNION CABERNET SAUVIGNON
RUTHERFORD, NAPA VALLEY
Special Nature of the Terroir:
Rutherford is hallowed ground for Cabernet Sauvignon —and for good reason. It’s home to many of Napa Valley’s most celebrated and age-worthy wines.
To produce a Bella Union Cabernet from Rutherford is to take everything we’ve learned as Cabernet specialists —from Far Niente to Nickel & Nickel—and apply it to one of the most storied terroirs in the valley.
This wine isn’t just a new release. It’s a culmination of decades of site exploration, blending expertise, and the relentless pursuit of crafting Cabernets that both honor tradition and push the conversation forward
An EXPERTLY CRAFTED, AGE-WORTHY Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Two Vineyard sites on the Western Rutherford Bench, one our estate vineyard and the other by way of Thomas Rivers Brown, are ideal for showcasing the
“This partnership is an exciting opportunity to see what we can achieve with these incredible vineyards and how we can make the best wines possible – Thomas Rivers Brown, Consulting Winemaker
Plum and candied blackberry draw you in while notes of vanilla bean and cocoa powder add complexity to the seductive allure
