Far Niente Wine Estates

Raising a Glass to Nicole Marchesi! We’re overjoyed to announce that our talented winemaker, Nicole Marchesi, has been selected as WineBusiness Monthly’s Winemaker of the Month for October. Nicole’s passion, dedication, and artistry continue to elevate our wines, and we couldn’t be prouder to have her lead our winemaking team at Far Niente. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in every bottle we produce, and this well-deserved recognition is a testament to her talent and hard work. Read more about Nicole’s journey with Far Niente in the feature article: https://lnkd.in/gjWhCHDt

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This week on the @vinepair podcast our Vice President of Winemaking, Andrew Delos, and Director of Emerging Brands, Michael Accurso, join Zach Geballe for an insightful conversation about their journeys in the wine industry, futureproofing, and our brand-new Bella Union Winery in Rutherford. We're incredibly proud of the passion and innovation Andrew and Michael bring to Far Niente Wine Estates, and we can't wait for you to hear this episode. Listen here:  https://bit.ly/4ePBStY  

Congratulations to our very own Vice President of Marketing, Kate McManus, on her nomination for the 2024 Wine Star Award for Wine Executive of the Year by @WineEnthusiast. This prestigious honor is a testament to Kate’s exceptional leadership, vision, and unwavering dedication to advancing the wine industry.   Over four decades ago Gil Nickel, our founder, instilled a spirit of innovation and continuous improvement into the very foundation of Far Niente Wine Estates. Kate’s industry reputation for pioneering consumer marketing strategies made her the perfect addition to our team. Since joining FNWE, she has brought fresh energy and insight to digital marketing, portfolio strategy, packaging, and hospitality programs, cementing her role as a vital member of the executive leadership. Her visionary mindset and collaborative approach have laid the groundwork for FNWE’s continued success for generations to come.   Throughout her distinguished career, Kate has focused on building talented, diverse, and dedicated teams by creating a positive culture that fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration. With over 25 years of experience, Kate has continually set new standards of excellence at Far Niente Wine Estates, elevating our brands and inspiring those around her.   We are bursting with pride for her accomplishments and can't wait for you to join us in this celebration. Thank you @wineenthusiast leadership for the recognition of Kate’s achievements.   #winestarawards #WineEnthusiast #wineexecutiveoftheyear #farnientewineestates #WineIndustry #Leadership #Innovation  

Welcome to the Far Niente Wine Estates Family, Bella Union Rutherford Winery Estate! Yesterday was a joyful day and one reached through tremendous hard work and effort by the entire team. The ribbon was cut by two of our longest term employees, brothers, J.P. Perez and Roberto Perez, each Cellar Masters with 25 years of experience each. We are grateful for the support of our local officials including Senator Bill Dodd and Congressman Mike Thompson, CEO Steve Spadarotto and Proprietress, Beth Nickel. The entire team was invited to share in the celebration! Opening September 15th, we hope to see you there!

A very special day at Far Niente Wine Estates with the Blessing of the Grapes for the 2024 Harvest. On this special day, we also recognized Nicole Marchesi, Winemaker, Far Niente for her incredible acknowledgement as Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Tastemakers 2024! Congratulations to Nicole and best wishes to her entire team for a successful and safe harvest!

A very special day at Far Niente Wine Estates with the Blessing of the Grapes for the 2024 Harvest. On this special day, we also recognized Nicole Marchesi, Winemaker, Far Niente for her incredible acknowledgement as Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Tastemakers 2024! Congratulations to Nicole and best wishes to her entire team for a successful and safe harvest!

Welcome Harvest 2024, Nickel & Nickel Estate! Always a special day at our Estates with the Blessing of the Grapes. Thank you Father Mark for being an extension of our Far Niente Family and leading us in prayer for an abundant and safe harvest. With Joe Harden at the helm, we are very "blessed"!

We have had an exhilarating week of training for our new Hospitality associates for Bella Union Rutherford Winery Estate. Today, the team got to tour the property, and the level of excitement was palpable!

We're thrilled to announce that our incredible winemaker, Nicole Marchesi, has been named a 2024 "Future 40 Tastemaker" by Wine Enthusiast! As only the fourth winemaker in Far Niente’s history, Nicole has spent nearly 20 years driving our commitment to excellence and innovation. Her constant curiosity and passion for quality continues to inspire us with every vintage. Join us in celebrating Nicole and the exciting future she's crafting! #WEFuture40