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Oakville · Napa Valley · Oakville
Nickel & Nickel
Five single-vineyard Cabernets from different Napa soils, poured at a restored 1884 farmhouse.
4.8(442)
Known forCabernetHistoric EstatePrivate ToursFood PairingBoutiqueMountain Views
About Nickel & Nickel
Nickel & Nickel is dedicated to crafting single-vineyard, single-varietal wines that showcase the purest expressions of Napa Valley's diverse terroirs. Set in a beautifully restored 19th-century farmstead, visitors can enjoy intimate tastings in a historic setting, complete with breathtaking vineyard views. The winery's commitment to precision and passion is evident in every glass, making it a unique destination for wine enthusiasts.
Why Visit Nickel & Nickel
Digging Into Cabernet brings five separate vineyard-designated Cabernets to the Gleason Barn, each bottle from a different soil type and microclimate. Wine educators compare how dirt, elevation, and vintage change the fruit, while the estate chef sends out bites between pours.
- Digging Into Cabernet pours five single-vineyard Cabs, each from distinct Napa soils ($150)
- Gleason Barn dates to the original farmstead, now hosting tastings and tours
- The 1884 Victorian farmhouse serves as the primary tasting venue
- Every wine is single-vineyard and single-varietal, no blends on the list
- The Farmstead Experience includes fermentation and barrel cellar access ($115)
The Setting
The 1884 Victorian farmhouse anchors the property on Highway 29 in Oakville, with the Gleason Barn standing just beyond it. Nickel & Nickel restored both structures as part of a farmstead that once included horse stables. Tastings move between the barn's open-beam interior and the farmhouse's wraparound porch, depending on the format guests book.
The Tasting Experience
Uncork & Unwind is the walk-in option at $75 for four single-vineyard wines, while Digging Into Cabernet commits $150 and two hours to five Cabs in the barn. The Farmstead Experience at $115 starts in the Gleason Barn, then tours fermentation and barrel cellars before returning for a seasonal flight of four. Wine educators spend time on soil differences—how one Cabernet comes from volcanic rock, another from clay loam—rather than generic varietal notes.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
Nickel & Nickel Uncork & Unwind
$75A refined walk-in-friendly tasting showcasing a curated flight of four single-vineyard wines, each reflecting the unique soils, microclimates, and elevations of Napa Valley's premier vineyard sites.
60 min1–6 guests
Includes: Curated flight of 4 single-vineyard wines
The Farmstead Experience
$115A seasonal tour beginning in the Gleason Barn and progressing through the fermentation and barrel cellars, concluding with a curated flight of four wines inspired by the season, complemented by an artisan cheese plate.
90 min1–8 guestsReservation Required
Includes: Tour of Gleason Barn, fermentation and barrel cellars; 4-wine seasonal flight; artisan cheese plate
A Private Group Experience: Celebrating and Savoring
$135A dedicated private tour of the historic estate and winemaking facilities, featuring 100% Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon grown at four different vineyards, paired with artisanal cheeses in a private seated tasting. A 20% service fee applies; larger groups up to 25 available upon inquiry.
90 min9–16 guestsReservation Required
Includes: Private tour; flight of 4 single-vineyard Napa Cabernets; artisanal cheeses
Digging Into Cabernet with Nickel & Nickel
$150An immersive exploration in the historic Gleason Barn featuring five single-vineyard Cabernets paired with small bites from the estate chef. Wine educators walk guests through the vineyard soils, microclimates, and winemaking techniques that distinguish each site.
105 min1–8 guestsReservation Required
Includes: 5 single-vineyard Cabernets, small bites from the estate chef
The Pour
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Wine list. (11)
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2021 Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $310 | |
2021 Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $600 | |
2022 Nickel & Nickel Bear Track Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $140 | |
2022 Nickel & Nickel DeCarle Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $100 | |
2022 Nickel & Nickel Quicksilver Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $140 | |
2022 Nickel & Nickel Vaca Vista Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oak Knoll District | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $140 | |
2023 Nickel & Nickel Dragonfly Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2023 | $225 | |
2023 Nickel & Nickel Fog Break Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Atlas Peak New Release | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2023 | $140 | |
2023 Nickel & Nickel John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville New Release | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2023 | $100 | |
2023 Nickel & Nickel Pellet Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, St Helena New Release | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2023 | $175 | |
2023 Nickel & Nickel State Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Yountville New Release | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2023 | $140 |
2021 Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2022 Nickel & Nickel Bear Track Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 Nickel & Nickel DeCarle Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 Nickel & Nickel Quicksilver Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 Nickel & Nickel Vaca Vista Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oak Knoll District
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2023 Nickel & Nickel Dragonfly Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena
Cabernet Sauvignon2023
2023 Nickel & Nickel Fog Break Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Atlas Peak
New Release
Cabernet Sauvignon2023
2023 Nickel & Nickel John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville
New Release
Cabernet Sauvignon2023
2023 Nickel & Nickel Pellet Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, St Helena
New Release
Cabernet Sauvignon2023
2023 Nickel & Nickel State Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Yountville
New Release
Cabernet Sauvignon2023
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Where to Stay Nearby
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HotelYountville · Napa4.8 · 277
North Block Hotel
Twenty rooms circle a courtyard in the middle of Yountville, all with balconies or patios.
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Drive Times
From Napa hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Nickel & Nickel, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Silverado Resort | ~19 min | Book |
| The Westin Verasa Napa | ~22 min | Book |
| Archer Hotel Napa | ~22 min | Book |
| Andaz Napa, by Hyatt | ~22 min | Book |
| Carneros Resort and Spa | ~25 min | Book |
| The Meritage Resort and Spa | ~29 min | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.
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