Far Niente Winery

Visiting Far Niente was one of the best experiences of our Napa trip. We booked the Cave Collection Library Wine Tasting with Food Pairing. The setting is absolutely gorgeous. On our arrival, we were greeted warmly, giving a wonderful glass of wine, and invited to enjoy the stunning property. Then we met our guide Darlene, who took us for a tour of the caves, even singing for us. She escorted us to our own gazebo, where we met the chef. The food and wine pairings were perfect and we were given time to mix and match and enjoy it all. It was truly a visit to remember and lots of wine just came to our home to enjoy!

The winery was stunning and the host Michael was great. He was very knowledgeable and was great at re-entering the conversations as well as allowing my group of 5 to enjoy our time on the property. I visited a few wineries during my stay and this was by far the best.

Visiting Far Niente has always been an absolute pleasure, and Reed did an exceptional job taking care of us, making us feel like we were at home. My partner is gluten free, dairy free, and they had a plate of dried fruits, nuts, and gluten-free crackers ready for her. This level of detail is amazing to see and made us both so happy. On top of this, the wine is better than the service, and that is saying a lot. Be sure to visit if you're in the area.

Gorgeous Napa winery with a storybook-like setting. Beautifully manicure grounds with an impressive selection of Cabernet and Chardonnay and other varietals. The full tour of the winery is highly recommended, as there is a rich history behind this winery!

Now we know why Far Niente winery takes such a long time to get an RSVP. We tried to get an RSVP 6 months ago and we just got in. Experience: Driving into the entrance, the sign was tiny. But as you drive onto the property, it gets better and better until you reach the gated property. Then it opens up into a beautiful garden site. The enormous property looks like a fairy tale with fountains, ponds, flowers, and manicured trees everywhere. When you park, you are greeted by a lady who offers you a welcome glass of Far Niente chardonnay. It is a good white. Every group is greeted by an extremely knowledgeable hostess who tells you the history of Far Niente and shows you how the wine is being processed and made. Our host was Danielle. She is VERY good. Then we were taken to a beautiful room where we sat and tasted 5 different wines with cheese pairings. I love quality breadsticks. I believe that if you value your wine, you will also take pride in the great minute details of little things, like breadsticks. (heh heh) It shows that you value your customers and take pride in your work. No other wineries took as much time and effort to entertain us as much as Far Niente Winery did. They take good care of us like they take great care of their wines. I would recommend a day trip or a special someone to experience this. It is impressive and well worth the $$$$. Wines: I am sure that there are lots of other wines to taste, but we started with another Chardonnay, a white, a Pinot Noir, 2 different Cabernets, and ended with a dessert wine, Dolce. On top of that, she surprised us with an extra tasting of the top-of-the-line Cabernet that was super delicious. Overall, all the wines are of very good quality, well over the 7.5 (out of 10) star rating and above. I prefer the last special Cab that Danielle gave us. Of course, that was over $300 for a bottle. Hahahah..... I also wonder if the trend of making cabs is now on the smoother side of the palate, not so tannin-heavy, and the basic spicy characteristic is downplayed compared to the 2010 to 2015 era. But whatever trend and direction the winemakers go, I love and appreciate the creativity in winemaking and the results. Wine is an art form and should not be taken lightly.

One of the most beautiful and magical wineries in all of Napa. Our host, Reed, provided a wealth of knowledge. The whole experience was outstanding. Thank you!

Indulging in the unparalleled charm of Napa Valley, our visit to Far Niente Winery surpassed all expectations. From the meticulously groomed grounds serving as a picturesque setting to the awe-inspiring depths of Far Niente's caves, every facet of our experience took our breath away. Our host/guide Eric was absolutely wonderful. He guided us through the winery's labyrinth of cellars and underground caves and was incredibly knowledgeable and patient as he answered all our questions (we had a lot!). Eric tailored the tour to our interests, ensuring a leisurely pace that allowed us to savor each moment without feeling hurried. We booked the food pairing with our wine tasting and we were blown away. The personalized menus were a nice touch and the duck pate with mostarda was one of the highlights of our entire trip. However, it was the exceptional quality of the wine itself that truly captivated us. The sampling compelled us to purchase multiple bottles on the spot, including a birth year vintage for a special occasion. Despite the rarity of my desired vintage on-site, Far Niente's unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction shone through as they graciously offered to ship it alongside our other selections, free of charge. In sum, our time at Far Niente Winery proved to be an unforgettable and unparalleled experience.

Far Niente Winery is a beautiful place in Napa Valley, California. It has pretty vineyards and nice buildings. The wine they make there is really tasty, and visiting feels like stepping into a fairy tale.

The best winery experience we've ever had. Yes, the wine we tasted was top notch, but our host made the experience truly special. If you visit, do yourself a favor and try to get Michael as your host. Down to earth, friendly, insanely knowledgeable about wine, and the right level of involvement in our tasting. Thank you Michael for a great time and even better wine!

Visiting Far Niente was a journey through history and craftsmanship, steeped in the legacy of its founders and the dedication of its current stewards. Set amidst the picturesque landscape of Oakville, California, the estate exudes an aura of timeless elegance and charm. The Estate Tasting offered a delightful opportunity to savor the newest vintages alongside hand-selected wines from their family of wineries. Each sip unveiled layers of complexity, a testament to Far Niente's commitment to excellence in winemaking. The depth of the wines truly captured the essence of Napa Valley's terroir, taking our taste buds on a captivating journey. However, the tasting experience felt somewhat rushed and scripted, which detracted from the overall enjoyment. It seemed evident that we were the last tasting of the day, leading to a slightly less personalized experience. For future visitors, I would recommend scheduling your tasting earlier in the day to fully savor the wines and avoid feeling rushed. Despite this minor disappointment, the beauty of the estate and the quality of the wines still shine through, making Far Niente a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts seeking to explore the rich heritage of Napa Valley winemaking. While not perfect, our experience was still memorable and deserving of a four-star rating."

We made reservations for a 2:30 pm tour of Far Niente and the drive is absolutely gorgeous. Cynthia checked us in and she's lovely and so welcoming!! Our tour guide is very knowledgeable and she is taking us for a walk through the vineyard.

I don't usually leave any reviews, but I wanted to this time! I had such a great wine tasting experience here, Farniente last month!!! Their property is beautiful, great ambiance. Just make sure you make a reservation prior to your visit. I knew their wine never disappointed, but this trip made me realize how fantastic their customer service was as well! I'd like to pay a special thanks to Cinthia, Curt and Elias!!! You guys are the best!!! I'm planning to be back next month!

Loved the cave tour and tasting here! But warning, it is pricey. Sadly, I did not enjoy any of the wines we tasted but our host Stephanie was super friendly, the property was gorgeous (tons of breathtaking views and photos to take), the tour was fun and interesting, which included going through their cave, and the food pairing was fun. Would recommend if you're looking for a beautiful estate with a fun tour!

What an amazing experience!! We were very fortunate to have Elias as our host. I cannot even express enough how charming and knowledgeable he was about not only wine, but of the beautiful history of the property! What an absolute pleasure to be his group! The wine lives up to the excellent reputation and may have tasted even more crisp as we were indulging it on property. Far Niente Winery is breathtakingly beautiful and highly recommended for their views, staff, service, and of course their wine.

Got to experience a private group dinner and tour here back in September and it was out of this world! The grounds are stunning, the tour and our host was fantastic and their Cabernets are just so so good. If you're lucky enough to be able to visit, I highly recommend!

The best winery and wine in Napa Valley! I have been an admirer of Far Niente's cabs and was beyond impressed by the winery itself. The tour and tasting is an amazing experience, cultivated with great stories and conversation, thanks to Darlene, the BEST guide ever. If you enjoy their wine, visiting is a must do! You can also purchase their non-retail wines while visiting which is an added bonus.

I really enjoy Far Niente's chardonnay, and I recently got to visit the winery for the first time for a tour and tasting. I drove through beautiful gardens and canopy trees to make my way to the parking lot. At the parking lot I was able to check-in for my tasting and given a taste of white wine. I learned that arriving a bit early for your tasting allows you some time to walk around the grounds before your tasting begins. The owners made their money through the garden/nursery business, so the beauty and charm of the winery is by design. There is a bit of walking from the parking lot up to the tasting room. I did see golf carts zipping around, so if you have mobility issues, I'm sure they can accommodate you in getting around. I signed up for a group tasting, but was the only one during that time. It was probably just because it wasn't peak season and also midweek. Perhaps being the only one lead to my host being a bit cringy, but at times chatting with him was uncomfortable. The tour of the caves was really interesting. At the end of the tasting, I was left alone in a room, which I found kind of odd. I have a tendency to get lost, so not walking me back to the front seemed a little silly and also felt like a missed opportunity to get me to buy some wine. I did end up purchasing a couple bottles, but it was just so awkward to find my own way back and then navigate how to checkout. I still love their wine. I just wish the tasting experience was as amazing as the gardens and grounds.

I wish I could give this place a negative star, which is my first time doing that on Yelp. This is the first winery ever in my life with a security guard. We were planning to come in and join the wine club based on what we heard, but they would not allow you in without a reservation. Well, fine then. We wanted to take photos from outside the property entrance and leave. The security guard was strict and a terrible guy with a lot of bad words I want to use. We took a photo but her purposely blocked the path. This is a bald older guy. If a place wants to be this exclusive, why advertise it publicly on social media? I feel like Far Niente is lying for this kind of stance on visitors and hiring an "A" security guard.

I have been trying to visit this winery for so many years. I'm so glad it finally happened. We were able to book Cave Collection Library Wine Tasting with Food Pairing. It has been our group favorite by far!!!! Holly the chef is an absolute genius. I can not expressed how delicious everything was. Reed our guide was so personable/friendly/amazing. Cynthia was a wonderful surprise too. Not only is this winery beautiful but the entire staff made the experience even better. Do not skip this place, it will not disappoint you. Only thing is give yourself more time then you think to walk around. I do not leave many 5 star reviews. This place deserved it so grateful to be a part of the winery.

If you can request Scott to be your tour guide, you'll have the best experience. He was fun, flirty and able to speak laymen's terms to newbs and get technical with people who asked highly engaged questions. Interesting learn - chocolate competes with wine so don't consume it with wine when tasting. The property is gorgeous. The barrel storage area made you want to find a dark corner to kiss your lover. The overall experience felt high-end but not pretentious. Small pours so don't expect to walk out tipsy. They don't offer NA options.

The winery is absolutely beautiful!!! The wine is delicious and the service was wonderful ! I have nothing negative to say here . The ambiance is very whimsical and scenic !!! I absolutely love the winery here !

One of my faves when I went to Napa. Reserved a tasting and tour in advance and it was so worth it! Had our own room for the tasting and the tour was really cool. You get to go underground in the caves. Really fun! They also have a classic car collection that you can see through the garage door (super dope) but they no longer let people in because of course one person ruined it for everyone and spilled wine on one of them. Our tour guide was very informative AND funny which was a plus! It's a beautiful property as well. Spend some time by the pool/bar as well as the lake. It's beautiful! The wine was amazing! My fave was the merlot we tried and I normally don't like Merlot. They paired them all with a specific wine and cheese which were all good and got to see what the wine tasted like before and after the pairing. They also give military a discount (half off) which is an amazing deal for what you receive. I would definitely go here again!

Really bad attitude from the security guy. He wasn't friendly at all and really really mean. I don't recommend this place.

Stunning and beautiful winery with very friendly staff. Couldn't ask for a better stop to kickoff the tastings for the day. You feel as a guest in a friends house.

Could not recommend more! The wine tasting experience truly could not have been better. I'm not sure which tasting experience we chose but we got to the property and the wine barrels! This seriously was the perfect wine tasting experience from the wine, the service, and ambiance!!!! Could not recommend more

It's an amazing experience with top of the line wine! We had had such a special time I felt like I was being treated like a princess! The tasting area is beautifully designed and very welcoming! Try it! Try the wine! It's all amazing!

We really enjoyed this tour and tasting. The place is beautiful and John was great. Wish the pours were a little more generous, but liked the cheese pairings.

Where to start? For our annual birthdays trip, Yolie said she wanted to come here because it is her favorite chardonnay, so she booked us a tasting. We drove up, the woman at the parking lot said to park, and when we checked in with her, she gave us a 2 oz pour of wine to welcome us. Cynthia - When you're done, come back down and walk around the fountain What a great way to start our visit! We went up to the lobby of the main house. There was a large tasting going on at one end, and what looked like a small tasting in a corner. We waited for Dimitri in the comfy sofas near the spiral staircase. He came out and introduced himself and gave us a little history of the building and winery. He then stated we were going to be doing our tasting in one of the offices, which are set up as small tasting rooms. It makes it more intimate and quiet, as there was a larger tasting outside the door. The set ups are really nice! Dimitri is a wealth of information of all things wine! We had a really great experience learning about the different vintages. I would have to say that my favorite was the Bella Union Cabernet....soooooo good! The other was the Far Niente 2018 Cabernet which was good too but much bolder than I prefer. The chardannay was amazing! Unlike other chardannays I've had elsewhere. The Dolce was really good as well, though on the sweet side. We loved how Dimitri explain the process of each wine we tasted. It was a wonderful experience! The drive up can only be described as magical! I'm sad I missed coming up here when the leaves change color. We plan to come back next year and visit their other properties as well! But if you really want to treat yourself, book a tasting and/or tour, and ask for Dimitri. Grazie Far Niente! Ti vogliamo bene!

This was the surprise winery that we enjoyed the most! The beautiful gardens, ponds, views of the vineyard, the collection of vintage cars, along with the fantastic wines was only part of why our group unanimously agreed this to be our favorite of the 4 wineries we visited. Our host was fantastic. Knowledgeable, personable, and generous with our tastings (we ended up with 8 tastings!), he shared great stories that our group of friends has continued to talk about. I highly recommend Britton D'Agostino as your host! We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our visit to Far Niente Winery!

I was really looking forward to Far Niente but left greatly disappointed. I'm giving it 2 stars because the place was just beautiful. If you're looking for a picturesque place for the pictures, this place is it. My experience to why I left disappointed... Upon arrival, my friends and I were ushered into a room with a beautiful view of the vineyard. We were also given a tasting menu with "happy birthday" at the top, which was a very nice touch. Halfway through our tasting, we were told "no rush but I do have a group right after you". I was surprised and I checked the clock, it was only about 35 mins in. I asked "a party in this room?" because I was confused to why he mentioned it. He said no and left. We decided to take a couple group selfies since our tasting experience was almost at the end. Not even 15 mins after we were told "no rush", the receptionist came in and told us that we needed to go. We ended up talking to the manager. He was very nice and apologetic. He asked us to come back to visit one more time but I don't think I'll ever be back and I definitely won't recommend this place to anyone.

Far Niente was our last stop of our second day of wine tasting in Napa Valley. I was honestly tired and wanted to get this last tasting over with, as we've already done 3 tastings and I was all wined out. As we approached the closed gate with our rental car, the gate slowly opened, and we drove inside. Everything about this place was so enchanting. You HAVE to see it. The Far Niente estate is easily one of the most beautiful estates in Napa Valley. It felt like I had stepped into a fairy-tale. We checked in with one of the staff members who had us wait a short while before our wine specialist, Eva came to get us and showed us to our table. Even though, we were probably her last group for the day, she was so hospitable and did not rush us at all. She started off by giving us some historical facts of the winery, talking to us about the wines, and getting a feel of the kind of wines my husband and I liked. Eva is so knowledgeable and awesome. You can just tell how passionate she is about wines! I know I said I was all wined out, but the wines here are just wonderful, and how could I resist drinking these wines! Not to mention, Eva had curated our wine tasting according to what we liked and was now giving us additional wines from Nickel and Nickel, and EnRoute to try. Obviously, we had to buy some bottles to take home, and they do waive the tasting fees if you meet the limit. Our wine tasting experience with Eva was the best. She REALLY took care of us. If you do visit Far Niente, you GOTTA ask for Eva. I only wish we lived close enough, we would love to be club members of Far Niente. Till next time, I guess.

Far Niente is a beautiful winery. As far as the tasting, the Dolce was amazing in taste. It was my favorite wine there. I have beautiful bottles of wine in my collection at home, and these two bottles are just as beautiful. Elias the manager elevated my experience, made it better

My wife and I were really looking forward to our tasting at Far Niente and we were not disappointed. From being welcomed by Carson (drats, we just missed Beth Nickel) to the lovely garden setting and the glorious weather, the ambiance was a winner. But what proved a real winner, OK OK the wines, but also Carlix our host. He explained just enough history of the winery and explanations of the wines to make it informative and interesting. Since we spend a lot of time in Europe we had a lively debate about the cost of wines and why in both places. While Napa wines in general and Far Niente in particular are significantly more expensive than equal counterparts in Bordeaux or Burgundy they maintain a character that makes them irresistible. We ended up becoming members so what started as a simple tasting ran into a few bucks. We couldn't have been treated better nor left happier.

Make your resy NOW! A taste of rose to stroll the gardens and then a quick peak at the gorgeous vintage Jaguars, Aston Martins, Bentleys and Porsches. Nice barn! The house is beautiful, but the walk though the wine tunnels was wonderful. The smells! The old wine making cellar that you can only view from the door way is amazing. This same place made wine in the 1860s until it was abandoned (Prohibition). The wise family that resurrected this treasure must be so proud. Beautiful views and beautiful wines. Dolce is a gift from the Gods. We had a nice experience with our host Shane.

This is one of my favorite wineries to come to and feel complete serene, while enjoying some of the best cabs in Napa Valley. A late afternoon springtime wine tasting sesh with an uber friendly staff, made me feel welcome and it was the perfect Sunday afternoon to highlight the weekend & wash away whatever was left behind from the stressful week. I booked the members only wine tasting near the gardens and pond, which is so lounge and kick back, I can't wait to visit again! The 2013 and 2015 Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon was straight up liquid gold on my tastebuds... Thanks, Marcos for the great chat and friendly convo -- I'll most def be back soon and ready to throw down some more vintage cave collection cabs!

I recently visited Far Niente winery , and was amazed at the serene beauty of the landscape. The drive into the winery is very picturesque , with their Ginko trees lining both sides of the road. I observed numerous tourists. taking photos of the trees , with the leaves turning a golden like color. I asked the security officer , if my friends could visit inside, and was informed that reservations are required for their wine tasting picnic venues. I asked if my friend could purchase their wines, and Sara knew a favorite vintage from their on line wines catalog and we were allowed inside. The hostess was very helpful , and we were pleased to receive assistance in our selections. The grounds inside are kept up , with many flowers , along the ponds which make this , our next choice for a wine tasting outing. This historic 200 year old winery with the Main Grand House , and barn , which house various vintage automobiles, collected earlier by owners Gil and Beth.. The driveway grounds can be entered now by walking only, for picture taking. by the many tourists that arrive from all over the world. I was informed by the friendly security officer , that this permission to enter the driveway grounds now has just been accepted by the Far Niente winery to promote Napa Valley , as a World class tourist destination.

5 stars for Far Niente Winery. We visited October 1st for a tasting for party of 8. The service and wine was wonderful. We really enjoyed our time there and also enjoyed taking photos on the beautiful grounds. Marcos was our host and really did a great job. We look for to another visit soon.

Cynthia made our experience at Far Niente amazing. From the moment we pulled up she was such a welcoming light. The grounds were perfect to explore and I look forward to returning again soon. Thank you Cynthia! And Thank you Far Niente!

Gorgeous winery and delicious wines. We had booked several wine tasting experiences around Napa and this was by far the best. We took the cave tour and tasting and our guide and host John was very knowledgeable and fun. He made our experience very special. The wines are delicious and the selection of wines were a perfect blend not to overwhelm the palette. I don't typically like Chardonnay but their estate bottled Chardonnay blew my mind. We also had an opportunity to taste a dessert wine that did not disappoint. I would do this tasting again and again!

This is a great winery to come and enjoy a secluded tasting. The grounds, staff, and wine here are amazing. From the minute you turn onto the small dirt road, until the time you leave, you are wowed. Once you get to the end of the dirt road there is a gate that automatically opens to welcome you. The grounds are lush and green. There are a variety of plants, flowers, and ponds to decorate the estate. Arrive a few minutes before your reservation so you have time to walk the grounds and check out the vintage car collection. There is a short circular path around a pond that leads to an outdoor garden area where some of the tastings occur. You can also taste in the cave and tasting room, when Covid conditions allow. We enjoyed hearing the origination and history of the winery. They have their own spring for water and use solar panels to help power the facility. It was nice to hear about the winery's sustainability. We had booked a cheese and wine pairing on the afternoon we came here. All of the wines we sampled were great. We mostly enjoy cabs and Far Niente had a lot of them. We liked the experience so much that we became wine club members. We have since been back for a release party and it was done with style. Everything was outside and the number of participants seemed to be limited. We never felt crowded and had plenty of space to ourselves. We met with the winemaker too. The next day we visited their sister property and had another great experience.

What an amazing winery and tasting experience!! The grounds were extraordinary, truly beautiful and immaculately maintained. We had the cave collection library tasting which was exquisitely presented. Our guide was phenomenal in educating us and ensuring we enjoyed every sip and every moment of our time at Far Niente. Unfortunately, the home and caves were closed due to the pandemic but we will come back just to visit this winery again. It is worth every dollar and minute spent. A. MUST. GO. PS - The Dolce was a perfect ending to a perfect afternoon! You'll thank me.

Besides being my favorite wine, get a private tasting - so worth it! Ask for Stephanie. She was Greta & highly knowledgeable on both far niente & others wines/winery's. Beautiful vineyard and house. The grounds are amazing. Will come again. Cheers .

The grounds of this winery are beautiful but other than that we were extremely disappointed. We paid $130 each for a tour/wine tasting. Our guide, Reed, spoke so fast on the tour, with marbles in his mouth, that eventually I tuned him out. When we got up into the tasting area, there were multiple groups occupying the same space and talking loudly. After our 'quick' tastings, Reed takes off and we notice he's helping/ serving other groups. We basically got up and walked out. Just your common sales pitch....we were at Jarvis winery in the morning...now that's first class. Much more intimate, private tasting room for our group, and our guide thoroughly and slowly explained the wine making process. Far Niente wines were good but the experience as a whole was a rip off. Jarvis or bust.

I very much wanted a 5-star experience here but unfortunately did not have it. We did a tour & tasting. Upon arrival, we were checked in, handed a Chardonnay and walked over to meet our host. We met our host and he brought us down to the cave/cellars where he said NOTHING. He was either unwell, sick, or maybe high. It was definitely something. The entire experience in the beautiful caves was uncomfortable at best. We snapped one photo and got out of there. He guided us to a room for a tasting and said he would be right back with the wine. A few minutes later he came up and was confused where the wine was and went back to get it... However after this thankfully the tasting got MUCH better. We loved the wines and the grounds but feel so disappointed with our host for the day.

I will always have an eternal love affair with Far Niente. When I look back on my time living in San Francisco, I will not forget the times I have celebrated with a bottle of Far Niente. This is hands down the most gorgeous vineyard in Napa. Everywhere you look is absolutely picturesque. I don't think anyone has ever had a bad time visiting. Depending on your tour and time of year, you can expect visits down to the caves, tastes of vintages you can't find elsewhere, sneak peaks into the wine making process, and astonishing views of the yellow fall leaves. The guides are always packed with knowledge and are so passionate and thrilled to have you. Thank you for the best times!!

Went here for the first time. Quite pretentious. They meet you in the parking lot to tell you what you can and cannot do and where you can and cannot walk.

10/10 recommend this winery. Howard was exceptionally educated and friendly. We have experienced different wineries and this one, by far, blew our expectations. Howard made our experience. Again, 10/10 recommend.

Oh man this was such an amazing winery to visit. They are so organized and know how to entertain a group. Upon arrival, they'll give you a glass of Chardonnay and show you where to walk to for the tasting. Our host published a book (I can't remember her name) but she was so knowledgeable and never pressured us to buy anything. My friends bought some reds and I usually go to wineries more for the views and like learning about the wine process and history. My friends really liked the last two red wine samples. But wow after learning how dry/wet soil is each year makes a big impact on the wine taste was very insightful. We plan on going here in our future Napa trips. It was that great and well worth the price.

I was very excited to come and experience Far Niente's "most elevated experience", the Cave Collection Library wine tasting. It is a pricey tasting at $250pp but my assumption was that the 90m session was going to be amazing. Unfortunately there is a lot to be approved upon especially compared to competitor wine and food tastings. The grounds are beautiful and the first ~30m consisted of touring the wine caves. However, it was entirely history education without a single tasting or sip. We would have loved to be able to taste at least one vintage during this time. We then were escorted into a private room for the tasting. Five very light pours with a light Dolce pour at the end. The oldest vintage for Chardonnay was 2019 and for Cab it was 2014. Very surprising considering competitor library tastings typically offer older vintages. The food was good but a personal preference of mine would include a carb with the pate. None was given. Overall , the staff was nice and knowledgable. No one particularly blew us a way. The main takeaway is that this price point doesn't match the value.

Truly disappointing. We visited on the second weekend in January. For Napa, this is a slow period. We were rushed through the tour because there was a large bridal party touring at the same time we were. Once seated, we had several glasses of wine in front of us and our host encouraged us to jump in and try them all. Over the next 30 minutes he was in and out of the tasting room we were in five times. I'm not sure where he was going but he wasn't very interested in us. At $125 per person this was in no way worth it. The wines were fine but the tasting experience was very "run of the mill". I'd put it on par with a knowledgeable bartender at a neighborhood wine bar. Spend your money someplace else and I'll bet they care more about your experience with them.

Far Niente is gorgeous winery with intimate tours away from the crowds. Lisa was our private tour guide on a sunny afternoon and she was fantastic. Far Niente Estate: The winery was built in 1845 by John Benson, shut down in 1919 due to prohibition and then purchased and restored by Gil Nickel in 1979 so there's some amazing history at the estate. You can feel the elegant history of the winery as soon as you enter. The surrounding gardens greet you immediately, are beautiful and well kept. The storage caves seemed to go on for eternity lined with wine barrels. They were fascinating to see and explore through. The gigantic private garage housed the impressive car collection of the estate. There were so many visuals throughout the tour for endless social media moments. I went with the 2016 EnRoute Pinoit Noir as my souvenir back to Las Vegas. Far Niente is a definite must visit during your Napa visits and I hope you're lucky enough to have Lisa as your guide. Cheers!

Far Niente is one of those vineyards that I've known about for a long time, having sold it at fine dining restaurants for years, but had never visited. This past weekend, though, we had the pleasure of being hosted by Jess, and he was wonderful - attentive but not invasive, educational but not dull, and enthusiastic but not obnoxious. Truly, a gracious and knowledgeable host. The property is gorgeous, with its entrancing gardens, seriously-inspired architecture, and nooks for all types of guest experiences. The wines speak for themselves, and we were so excited to taste not only the Far Niente icons, but the En Route, as well. A definite must if you're in the Valley, even during Covid!

What an incredible place. I am so thankful my fellow Yelp friend also happens to be a member of Far Niente - one of the best wineries in Napa Valley. She made a reservation for us to take a tour of the grounds and have an incredible tasting this past Saturday. From the moment we parked and walked into Far Niente, I loved it... and it just kept getting better and better. The 2017 Chardonnay we were handed upon check in was to die for. I could drink many, many bottles of that Chardonnay. After marveling at the incracies in the main room and taking some photos, we were whisked away by Reed and our tour and tasting began. There were eight people on our tour and Reed did a fantastic job making sure to have an even amount of education and fun throughout. Walking around the grounds, seeing the owners and partners extensive car collection, and exploring the wine cave were all incredible. But, the best part was sampling the wines. Although I'm not a huge red wine fan, I suddenly became a lover of reds at Far Niente. Everything we sampled was enjoyable and the cheese pairings went with each wine perfectly. After the tour and tasting, we went back to walk the grounds and get some cute pictures. I was blown away by how green and luscious the valley was and the flowers at Far Niente were picture perfect. Thank you Reed for making our experience one of the best!

Incredible. Of the many wineries in Napa, and I've seen many, nothing compares with Far Ninete. We were greeted by Cynthia who is by far the most charming person you can possibly hope to meet. She welcomed us and gave us a golf cart ride to our tasting, even though we expected to walk. Jess, our host was gracious, knowledgeable and so engaging he felt like an old friend. The wines were exceptional and the pairings enhanced their already delectable flavors. The grounds are palatial. The experience was just this side of heaven. Thank you Jess and Cynthia. Thank you Gil and Don.

Hands down this is the best tour we have taken. You drive up a beautiful driveway, go through opulent gates that open up on pristine and beautiful grounds. We park and are immediately welcomed. We are handed a glass of wine, given the lay of the land and asked to meet by the "garage" at our designated time. I recommend you get there at least 15 minutes early to get the most from this experience. We met out tour guide, Scott and knew instantly that we would have a great time. Scott is a Californian, Irish, Frenchman that can sing well so make sure he sings to you in the cave system. After a very informative tour we are taken into a beautiful private tasting room with a selection of cheeses that perfectly enhance the wine. I ordered 6 bottles and they waived my tasting fee and arranged shipping for me. There are no pushy sales since they know what they have will sell itself! Great tour and tasting.

I was so excited to be back at Far Niente after over a year of being away (due to Covid)! They are running a tight ship these days - tastings take place outside, and they keep parties as distanced as possible. There's hand sanitizer at each table, hosts wear face masks while pouring and describing the wines, and guests are of course required to mask up when not seated. Rules aside, my recent trip was relaxing and just as enjoyable as any other visit! Jess hosted my party of four and could not have been more friendly or knowledgeable about the wines!

We have been to Napa numerous times and loved it. But our experience today at Far Niente exceeded all expectations. From our arrival and being greeted by Cynthia to our tasting with Scott, it was excellent! The wines were amazing and the service was personalized and amazing

While doing research on places to visit while in Napa for a week, we saw the online pics of Far Niente's landscaping, main house and events and knew we definitely wanted to visit here! Upon arriving, we were blown away by the beauty of this place and the grounds... the main house was UNBELIEVABLE and is a registered historic location. Our wine educator was very helpful and knowledgeable and provided a very nice education to go the tasting, that included info on the ownership of Far Niente and the property. Be sure to save time for a walk around the property once you've finished your tasting, as the pics of this place don't so it justice and you need to see all this beauty on your own. Definitely would highly recommend stopping in while visiting the area!!