Nickel & Nickel

C.C. Ranch Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

9.224 ratings
9.14 pro ratings
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Nate Rempe

The unmatched C.C. Ranch. Happy birthday to me.

The unmatched C.C. Ranch. Happy birthday to me.

2 people found it helpfulJun 12th, 2016
Shay A
9.2

Tried alongside the Sullenger, and in comparison, this needs time away. Excellent structure with the heavy cherries and oak, but will absolutely benefit from at least 5 years in the bottle.

Tried alongside the Sullenger, and in comparison, this needs time away. Excellent structure with the heavy cherries and oak, but will absolutely benefit from at least 5 years in the bottle.

Oct 12th, 2016
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

Very pleasant fruit. Blackberries, blueberries, dark cherries, soft Asian spice, leather and soft minerals.

Very pleasant fruit. Blackberries, blueberries, dark cherries, soft Asian spice, leather and soft minerals.

May 9th, 2016
Scot Walker

Balanced, very smooth , ready to drink now

Balanced, very smooth , ready to drink now

Nov 17th, 2018
Annie Hu

A bit "punchier" than 2009 Hayne Vinyard. Would be great waiting a couple of years to enjoy.

A bit "punchier" than 2009 Hayne Vinyard. Would be great waiting a couple of years to enjoy.

Jan 1st, 2017
Robert Branden Shine

Big-Bodied monster from right along the Silverado Trail, my favorite Nickel & Nickel 13.

Big-Bodied monster from right along the Silverado Trail, my favorite Nickel & Nickel 13.

Oct 5th, 2016
Susan Sung

Oak, leather, full bodied

Oak, leather, full bodied

Aug 27th, 2016
Brandon T

Really nice! With CG.

Really nice! With CG.

Mar 3rd, 2016
Tim Heideman

Got a glass for free from the sales manager of the winery

Got a glass for free from the sales manager of the winery

May 17th, 2015
Steve Elliott

Nickel and Nickel new vintage Cab release

Nickel and Nickel new vintage Cab release

Dec 2nd, 2013