Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel is devoted exclusively to producing 100 percent varietal, single-vineyard wines that best express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Based in Oakville, CA, on the 42-acre John C. Sullenger vineyard property, construction of a cutting-edge winery facility housed within a vintage 1880s farmstead was completed in the summer of 2003, when the winery officially opened to the public. Guests are welcomed at the Sullenger House, a beautifully restored, late 19th century farmhouse with Queen Anne detail that was built on the site in the 1880s. Guided tours and tastings are offered several times each day, by appointment. Tours begin at the Sullenger House and include a walk through the historic Nickel & Nickel farmstead, restored 18th century Gleason Barn, authentic post-and-beam fermentation barn and underground barrel aging cellar. The tour ends with a seated, guided tasting of a selection of four single-vineyard wines
"Rich currant jam, baking spice and warm notes of vanilla laid thickly open on this full-bodied Cabernet. A superior, classic Napa red that is meant
Wilfred Wong 93 The 2018 Nickel & Nickel C.C. Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is energetic, persistent, and bright. TASTING NOTES: This wine connects its red currant aromas
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"Sullenger is about the beautiful fruit and coating palate feel. The wine has a rich texture, beautiful Oakville tannins and a lot of complexity. There
Wilfred Wong 93 "The 2018 Nickel & Nickel Branding Iron Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon shows up with excellent richness followed by a soft, yet persistent touch in
Wilfred Wong 92 "The 2017 Nickel & Nickel C.C. Ranch exhibits excellent brightness and elegance. TASTING NOTES: This wine is lively and active. Its refreshing aromas
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"Bright, clear black cherry and blackberry aromas, accented by notes of toasty spice, open onto a palate layered with flavors of mixed berries, spice and
"A 100% varietal wine from the cooler end of the valley, this powerful wine offers tight barrel integration and grippy tannins. Soft, rounded layers of
"The Branding Iron Cabernet Sauvignon invites with aromas of mixed berries, floral notes and earth. Juicy raspberry and blackberry fruits meld with subtle clove and
James Suckling 93 "There is an impressive sense of polish to this pure cabernet sauvignon with ripe blackberry and blackcurrant aromas and flavors, delivered in attractively
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 95 "The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon State Ranch is deep garnet-purple colored with violets, chocolate box, menthol, cassis, black raspberries, tea and new
"Alluring aromas of pear, oak and stone fill your glass. On the palate, rich and expressive flavors of ripe apple, tangerine, kiwi and flint with
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The 2015 Hayne Cabernet Sauvignon is a show-stopper. The concentration of this vintage is revealed as mixed berry aromas combine with graphite, vanilla and toast
Wilfred Wong of Wine.com 93 "I tasted three out of the five Oakville Cabernets made by Nickel & Nickel, and I was suitably impressed as expected.
"Aromas of wild berries, violets and crushed stone open onto a palate of abundant blackberry, blueberry and cranberry flavors. Notes of cardamom and clove complement
Wine Advocate 95 "The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Hayne Vineyard, which like its sibling is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, comes from the base of the Mayacamas Mountains in
Robert Parker 93 "The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Branding Iron Oakville is from an Oakville vineyard. Notes of Christmas fruitcake, sweet black cherry and cassis fruit, some
Wilfred Wong 92 "Well-balanced and regal, the 2014 Nickel & Nickel State Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is rock-solid and delicious. The wine's bold black fruits, an accent
The 2014 Stiling Vineyard Chardonnay opens with aromas of pear, oak and stone. On the palate, flavors of Muscat, ripe apple and kiwi emerge, as
James Suckling 97 "Impressive aromas of blueberry and lavender with hints of rosemary. Full to medium body, solid core of fruit and a gorgeous finish. Compacted
James Suckling 97 "Impressive aromas of blueberry and lavender with hints of rosemary. Full to medium body, solid core of fruit and a gorgeous finish. Compacted
" Showing ripe fruit, with polished tannins and a nice integration of oak. The wines strike a nice balance of being approachable now, but able
" A restrained style, with a lithe body, featuring trim notes of spice, blackberry,cedar, tobacco leaf and crushed rock.Remains tight and focused, with a cleansing
Robert Parker 94 " The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon State Ranch from Yountville boasts an impressive bouquet of chocolate and creme de cassis, and powerful, full-bodied flavors. It
Wine Spectator 91 " A restrained style, with a lithe body, featuring trim notes of spice, blackberry,cedar, tobacco leaf and crushed rock.Remains tight and focused, with
Wine Advocate 94 " The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Hayne Vineyardcomes from a site that is better known for its Petite Sirah and Zinfandel made amous