Watch a one of a kind tasting with world renowned basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, winemaker Nicole Marchesi, and proprietress Beth Nickel as we celebrate 40 years of Far Niente’s benchmark Napa Valley Chardonnay and the V Foundation. Coach “K” and Far Niente are long-time partners of the V Foundation, one of the most prolific foundations for cancer research. Formed in 1993, the foundation has awarded more than $260 million in cancer research grants nationwide and has grown to become one of the premier supporters of cutting-edge cancer research. Wine.com host Gwendolyn Osborn leads this special tasting with Coach K, Beth Nickel, and Nicole Marchesi as they tell stories, talk wine, and taste the 40th anniversary release of Far Niente’s iconic Chardonnay and its acclaimed Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon .

Watch the tasting here.

Guests include:

• Coach Mike Krzyzewski, Head Men's Basketball Coach, Duke University
• Beth Nickel, Proprietress, Far Niente
• Nicole Marchesi, Winemaker, Far Niente
• Hosted by: Gwendolyn Osborn, Wine Educator, Wine.com

Tasting Set Includes:

• Far Niente Chardonnay
  Classically beautiful, this Chardonnay opens with aromas of honeysuckle, white peach blossom and citrus zest, along with soft accents of vanilla. Silky stone fruit, lemon curd and honeydew flavors flow across the round, full palate, with lightly toasted oak, cool minerality and a lingering citrus note adding texture and depth. From its alluring perfume and pure fruit flavors to the graceful finish, this elegant Napa Valley Chardonnay captivates the senses.
• Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
  An elegant perfume of mixed berries, baking spice, dried lavender and thyme open onto a full palate layered with expansive mixed berry, black tea, toasted oak and spice flavors. Focused and fresh, fine grained tannins support the wine throughout, while the finish is silky, long and lifted.

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For information on The V Foundation and how to donate, please visit here.

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