Peter Manchester

9.2

Very smooth.
Buttery, begging for a bite of steak. Lighter on the tannins than many Malbecs, slight acidity softens it and masks the high proof. — 5 months ago

Judy Miko

9.1

Very light, smooth — 6 months ago

with Lauren

Brandon Boesch

9.9

What a wine at 11 years! So much lemon, seagrass, peaches, a bit of stone, some lemon curd. It coats the palate. Interestingly it opened up with more fruit over 2 hours. It is so freaking good. It’s really like a fresh lemon tart with a tiny bit of cream and the crust with some orchard fruit and the at the ocean. Unbelievable. I loved this wine 8 years ago and love it more now. — 10 months ago

Joshua Figg

9.0

Full bodied, but a total fruit bomb. Smooth, rich and slightly velvety. Lots of tannins, finishes bolder. — a year ago

Katie

9.0

Almost has a cedar smell. Jasmin aroma, good mouth feel. Nice wine — 3 years ago

Natalie Abinante

9.1

Does not taste like a Pinot. But it is delicious. Hefty, but not tannic or spicy. Dark berry flavor, but not super earthy — 4 years ago

Darby Mae

9.3

Crisp nose of unripe pear, honey and lime on the nose. Baked honey crisp apple, white flower, slight petrol on the palate. Lovely minerality and sense of terroir in this wine. — 6 years ago

Chris MacLean

9.1

Very easy gulping. Well balanced although I was expecting a bit more grip and verve. — 6 months ago

with Sarah

Brian S

9.4

Delicious!!! — 7 months ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.2

Brock thompson jordan john s kevin b — 9 months ago

A Name

10

Boardwalk Bellvue bar.
8/22 staycation.

Plum, raspberries, juicy and fruitful but not overpowering sweet. Dryer than Coopers. Better than coopers. The nose is very strong and elegant. Goes down smooth. Has an "evaporation" effect on the end. — 10 months ago

Raul Puga

9.6

Best Malbec I’ve ever had. Truly sublime and still has a few years ahead of it — a year ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Cherry, raspberry, currant, blackberry, loganberry and oak. Full-bodied and velvety tannins. — 4 years ago

Ben Slade

8.9

Super versatile Pinot! Nice acidity, very balanced. Great table wine — 6 years ago

Bob Boyle

9.1

Wonderful wine, not overly tannic but very accessible. Great for mid-week meal when one wants a good wine w/o breaking the bank or risking disappointment on an unknown — 6 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Nickel & Nickel – Vaca Vista Vineyard – Cab Sauv– 2022
Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley, California 🇺🇸

Overview
A single-vineyard Napa Cabernet sourced from the cool and elegant Oak Knoll District. Fermented and aged with the classic Nickel & Nickel precision, this expression favors balance, red-to-dark fruit purity, and structure over sheer power. A modern Napa style that emphasizes approachability without sacrificing depth.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, cassis, plum, and violet, with cedar, vanilla, graphite, and a touch of baking spice. Subtle oak integration allows the fruit and minerality to shine.

Mouthfeel
Medium-plus in body, polished, and cohesive. Fresh acidity, supple tannins, and a graceful arc from entry to finish. Not a bruiser — a refined, cooler-climate profile that stays lively and lifted.

Food Pairings
Flat iron steak, short ribs, mushroom risotto, grilled lamb chops, herb-crusted pork tenderloin, or aged cheeses.

Verdict
A beautifully balanced, site-driven Napa Cabernet that delivers both sophistication and drinkability. Finessed rather than forceful, and a strong example of why Oak Knoll continues to be one of Napa’s most exciting AVAs for Cabernet.

Did You Know?
Nickel & Nickel was founded by the Far Niente family with a mission to produce 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines, showcasing Napa’s terroir with clarity. Oak Knoll is one of Napa Valley’s coolest sub-AVAs, producing elegant, aromatic reds with natural acidity and restraint.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
Oak Knoll being a single-vineyard expression from this sub-AVA makes it one of the easiest, most easygoing Cabernets from the Napa floor, and I always like to have it as an opener when pouring more intense Napa reds. A perfect warm-up that sets the stage beautifully. — 7 months ago

Mark Mannebach

9.2

2017 vintage. Plum, pomegranate and chocolate notes with a smooth finish of limestone, spice and wet stone. — 10 months ago

Taavi Davies

9.0

Excellent — a year ago

Jim

9.3

Costco $14.99, nice. Buymore — 4 years ago

Kristina A.

9.2

2019 Zucardi Q Malbec at Corked on 11/17/2021 w/Tricia, too — 5 years ago

with Teresa and Lisa