Nickel & Nickel

Stiling Vineyard Chardonnay

9.1145 ratings
8.914 pro ratings
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

Nickel & Nickel exclusively to produces 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines that express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente. Aromas of stone fruit, floral and citrus. On the palate apple, melon and peach flavors, with lemon zest, vanilla and toasty notes. Nice balance with bright acidity on long finish with spicy rich oaky mineral ending. Classic CA Chard, very nice!

Nickel & Nickel exclusively to produces 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines that express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente. Aromas of stone fruit, floral and citrus. On the palate apple, melon and peach flavors, with lemon zest, vanilla and toasty notes. Nice balance with bright acidity on long finish with spicy rich oaky mineral ending. Classic CA Chard, very nice!

Aug 13th, 2020
Patrick Derdeyn

Well made chard from good source material. Even with cooler climate fruit they still manage to amp this up quite a bit. Some oak influence is noticeable along with the rich golden fruit and a touch of creaminess on the finish.

Well made chard from good source material. Even with cooler climate fruit they still manage to amp this up quite a bit. Some oak influence is noticeable along with the rich golden fruit and a touch of creaminess on the finish.

Aug 2nd, 2018
Sipping Fine Wine

Nickel & Nickel exclusively to produces 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines that express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente. Aromas of stone fruit and citrus. On the palate apple, melon and pear flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and toasty notes. Nice balance with acidity on lingering finish on a gently spicy rich oaky mineral ending. Classic CA Chard, very nice!

Nickel & Nickel exclusively to produces 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines that express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente. Aromas of stone fruit and citrus. On the palate apple, melon and pear flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and toasty notes. Nice balance with acidity on lingering finish on a gently spicy rich oaky mineral ending. Classic CA Chard, very nice!

Feb 21st, 2018
Maggie Harrison

seamless balanced no malo clean fresh ripe exotic fruits, medium weight. I want more

seamless balanced no malo clean fresh ripe exotic fruits, medium weight. I want more

Jul 12th, 2017
Colin Cahoon

Honeysuckle and peach nose. Citrus and honey with nice acid.

Honeysuckle and peach nose. Citrus and honey with nice acid.

2 people found it helpfulMar 20th, 2016
Bill Schallert

Subtle wine. Nice fruit and not overdone. Long finish. Apple. Needs a few years. I always like aged Chardonnay from this winery.

Subtle wine. Nice fruit and not overdone. Long finish. Apple. Needs a few years. I always like aged Chardonnay from this winery.

1 person found it helpfulSep 13th, 2016
Bo Yu
9.0

Fruity and crisp in the beginning. After taste is more like a chardonnay. Delicious and easy.

Fruity and crisp in the beginning. After taste is more like a chardonnay. Delicious and easy.

1 person found it helpfulMar 6th, 2016
Mark Villa

Oaky and undistinguished. You can find many California Chardonnays that taste better, have more finesse and structure, and cost less, Chalone and Sonoma-Cutrer among them. For a similar price point, I would choose Chateau Montelena over this every time.

Oaky and undistinguished. You can find many California Chardonnays that taste better, have more finesse and structure, and cost less, Chalone and Sonoma-Cutrer among them. For a similar price point, I would choose Chateau Montelena over this every time.

1 person found it helpfulDec 12th, 2015
Rich

Tasting Notes
The 2013 Nickel & Nickel Medina Vineyard Chardonnay offers delicate aromas of flowers and spice, with flavors of Muscat, pear and lemon rind expressed on the palate. The lemon-lime acidity is refreshing, along with hints of stone and spicy oak. The fruit notes are forward upon entry with a nice balance that becomes dry on the finish, beckoning for another sip.

Tasting Notes
The 2013 Nickel & Nickel Medina Vineyard Chardonnay offers delicate aromas of flowers and spice, with flavors of Muscat, pear and lemon rind expressed on the palate. The lemon-lime acidity is refreshing, along with hints of stone and spicy oak. The fruit notes are forward upon entry with a nice balance that becomes dry on the finish, beckoning for another sip.

1 person found it helpfulOct 24th, 2015
Allison Serafin

A classic Chardonnay. Buttery oakey goodness with 14% alcohol content.

A classic Chardonnay. Buttery oakey goodness with 14% alcohol content.

1 person found it helpfulApr 11th, 2015