Nickel & Nickel

Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay

9.2231 ratings
9.125 pro ratings
Carneros, North Coast, 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
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Sipping Fine Wine

Nickel & Nickel exclusively produces 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines that express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente. Medium lemon color with aromas of tropical and stone fruit with citrus and toasty oak notes. On the palate flavors of apple, pear and peach, lemon zest, vanilla oak and wet stone notes. Nice balance with tangy acidity on long finish ending with fruit, oak and rich minerality. Classic, very nice!

Nickel & Nickel exclusively produces 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines that express the distinctive personality of each vineyard. Established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente. Medium lemon color with aromas of tropical and stone fruit with citrus and toasty oak notes. On the palate flavors of apple, pear and peach, lemon zest, vanilla oak and wet stone notes. Nice balance with tangy acidity on long finish ending with fruit, oak and rich minerality. Classic, very nice!

Mar 30th, 2022
Ron R
9.3

Outstanding presentation. Very well done, and at $35 per… fill yer boots!

Outstanding presentation. Very well done, and at $35 per… fill yer boots!

Jan 30th, 2022
Ron R
9.3

This Nickel & Nickel chard pairs perfectly with my sous vide wagyu beef, artichokes and brussels. Onions and mushrooms complete what is an excellent pairing. The chard invokes oatmeal and citrus notes on the nose. Palate is dense and viscous. Pineapple, caramel and peaches are supported by moderate acidity. Wifey and I love this example.

This Nickel & Nickel chard pairs perfectly with my sous vide wagyu beef, artichokes and brussels. Onions and mushrooms complete what is an excellent pairing. The chard invokes oatmeal and citrus notes on the nose. Palate is dense and viscous. Pineapple, caramel and peaches are supported by moderate acidity. Wifey and I love this example.

Aug 27th, 2021
Ron R
9.2

See my prior notes. In the $35 price range, this is hard to beat.
Displays a soft and caressing structure, with a slightly more upfront oak treatment. Concentrated, with peach and savory notes. Finishes with a hint of calcium. Moderate complexity and bold sweetness places this in the crowd-pleaser category.

See my prior notes. In the $35 price range, this is hard to beat.
Displays a soft and caressing structure, with a slightly more upfront oak treatment. Concentrated, with peach and savory notes. Finishes with a hint of calcium. Moderate complexity and bold sweetness places this in the crowd-pleaser category.

May 28th, 2021
Ron R
9.3

So nice and inviting...
Slightly muted nose, grudgingly giving up some Meyer lemons and honeysuckle. Palate is so well behaved. Lovely roasted nuts, caramel, and a honied mid-palate. Smooth and luscious, almost sexy. Excellent acidity and ginger combo. Finishes what is an excellent Napa example.

So nice and inviting...
Slightly muted nose, grudgingly giving up some Meyer lemons and honeysuckle. Palate is so well behaved. Lovely roasted nuts, caramel, and a honied mid-palate. Smooth and luscious, almost sexy. Excellent acidity and ginger combo. Finishes what is an excellent Napa example.

Dec 31st, 2020
Sipping Fine Wine

Nickel & Nickel exclusively 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 tropical and stone fruit with citrus notes. On the palate apple, pear and peach flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and wet stone notes. Nice balance with tangy acidity on long finish ending with rich minerality. Classic, very nice!

Nickel & Nickel exclusively 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 tropical and stone fruit with citrus notes. On the palate apple, pear and peach flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and wet stone notes. Nice balance with tangy acidity on long finish ending with rich minerality. Classic, very nice!

Aug 12th, 2020
Sipping Fine Wine

Had this about a year ago and wanted to see how this developed. Nickel & Nickel exclusively 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 ripe stone fruit and citrus. On the palate subtle apple, melon and pear flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and mineral notes. Nice round balance with tamed acidity on lingering finish, rich minerality. Nice mouthfeel, Classic, very nice! perfect now!

Had this about a year ago and wanted to see how this developed. Nickel & Nickel exclusively 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 ripe stone fruit and citrus. On the palate subtle apple, melon and pear flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and mineral notes. Nice round balance with tamed acidity on lingering finish, rich minerality. Nice mouthfeel, Classic, very nice! perfect now!

Dec 17th, 2018
Sipping Fine Wine

Nickel & Nickel exclusively 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 ripe stone fruit and citrus. On the palate apple, melon and pear flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and mineral notes. Nice balance with tangy acidity on lingering finish, rich minerality. Classic, very nice!

Nickel & Nickel exclusively 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 ripe stone fruit and citrus. On the palate apple, melon and pear flavors, with some lemon zest, vanilla and mineral notes. Nice balance with tangy acidity on lingering finish, rich minerality. Classic, very nice!

Mar 22nd, 2018
Alyse Thomas

My fav from our portfolio 😋 went well with the crab Louis salad. One of the last bottles at the winery #soldout

My fav from our portfolio 😋 went well with the crab Louis salad. One of the last bottles at the winery #soldout

Oct 1st, 2017
Jayme Henderson-Steese

Killer for the style. Rich, lengthy finish with good acidity and lush tropical notes. #nickelandnickelwinery #chardonnay #2013 #napavalley #truchardvineyard

Killer for the style. Rich, lengthy finish with good acidity and lush tropical notes. #nickelandnickelwinery #chardonnay #2013 #napavalley #truchardvineyard

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