2004 Far Niente "Dolce" Napa Valley Dessert Wine (375ml)

This year, the Sauvignon Blanc is only 1% compared to the usual 10%, to the detriment of the wine. It’s broad in sweet honey, botrytised apricots, pineapple custard and vanilla smoke, and no one will complain when you bring it out. But it lacks the power of 2001 or 2002. (6/2007)

Has a rich texture and flavors, yet it's light on its feet, with honeyed apricot, dried pineapple, peanut brittle and hints of earthy horseradish notes. Wonderful acidity runs throughout. (9/2008)

The 20-acre Dolce vineyard is situated in at the base of the Vaca Mountains, east of the city of Napa. The site's persistent damp morning fog and high humidity followed by drying conditions are ripe for the development of botrytis, which gives this domestic sticky its complex flavor. The Dolce house style consistently offers aromas of orange zest, white truffles and crème brulee, while the palate is reminiscent of apricot and figs with a lengthy, lanolin-like texture. Seductive and age-worthy, Dolce develops a delightful minerality with age.