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2018 Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon John C. Sullenger Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon
- USA
- California
- Napa Valley
- Oakville
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Community Tasting Notes 9
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John McCabe wrote: 95 points
November 11, 2023 - I was very impressed with this. I've been to the winery and had a variety of their single vineyard cabs, most of which I found quite similar, good quality but overpriced. I got a couple oft these for about $73 on release and they are worth the price of admission. Very polished, elegant, just the right power, finesse, and with a bit of acidity - everything in the right place. There is no mistaking this for a mere $50 cab; this oozes class. I was worried it would be too young but it showed well, though will likely improve a bit more. 95+pts.
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KAT9 Likes this wine: 91 points
May 4, 2023 - I generally like N&N cab because they always show restraint. The 2018 Sullinger is just not balanced. Fruits are good, not too crazy, more new world bdx than full fledge Napa cab. Aroma has a hint of floral, not too much oak, very pleasing. Now, the bad part, on the palate, the heat is very obvious despite being at 14%. For some reason they cannot control the alc that well here. What a shame because this wine without the obvious flaw is 94+ kinda wine.
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cab_fran Likes this wine: 95 points
February 3, 2023 - I’m with gamlingman on this wine. This was superb Oakville cab: vivid red fruit, a bit brambly (fine), but a well-structured wine. It paired perfectly with charcoal grilled filets (butter and brown sugar marinade). Tonight was a celebration of selection for early promotion to Colonel. Will track down more of this 2018 N&N Sullenger cabernet.
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Gary1961 wrote:
October 7, 2022 - WS 93 pts.
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yasha Likes this wine: 93 points
March 1, 2022 - after open for an hour was really good , but needs a few more years to get together.
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Wine Definition
- Vintage 2018
- Type Red
- Producer Nickel & Nickel
- Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
- Designation n/a
- Vineyard John C. Sullenger Vineyard
- Country USA
- Region California
- SubRegion Napa Valley
- Appellation Oakville
- UPC Code 686014000528
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 1 (0%)
- In Cellars 1,026 (73%)
- Consumed 380 (27%)
Food Pairing
Community Recommendations
Cabernet Sauvignon was made to pair with red meats. The key to Cabernet Sauvignon food pairing is to consider the tannins. Tannins need protein to break down. Cabernet has high tannins and pair best with fat rich meats that are protein rich. Cab’s fruity, Grana Padano and Pecorino will also pair well. Cabernet Sauvignon is almost always aged in oak, lamb and meaty pasta dishes. Rich wines like Cabernet Sauvignon need savory cheeses full of flavor that can stand up to the tannins and structure in the wine. Aged cheddar, Manchego, Parmigiano-Reggiano, which softens the wine and makes it pleasant to drink together with food.Who Likes This Wine
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- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
- SubRegionNapa Valley
- AppellationOakville
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