More about the 2022 NICKEL & NICKEL JOHN C SULLENGER VINEYARD OAKVILLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON: Just steps from the historic Oakville Grocery, Nickel & Nickel’s John C. Sullenger Vineyard sits at the heart of Napa Valley’s most fabled Cabernet territory. Planted around the winery itself, this 30-acre vineyard bears the hallmarks of classic Oakville terroir: well-drained loam soils, abundant sunshine, and a natural balance between power and grace. The 2022 vintage draws directly from this singular site, delivering a wine that is deeply rooted in place and precision-farmed for purity and structure. Crafted entirely from Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in French oak barrels, the 2022 Sullenger captures the muscular elegance that defines Oakville’s finest. The vines, carefully managed for low yields, produce intensely concentrated berries—translating in the glass to dark, brooding fruit, subtle spice, and finely grained tannins that lend both grip and poise. Winemaker Joe Harden's approach is about precision and transparency, allowing the vineyard's voice to come through clearly in each vintage. The result is a Cabernet Sauvignon of remarkable clarity and dimension, with a polished structure that promises longevity and refinement over time. There's a quiet authority to this wine—a kind of calm intensity that builds with each sip. It’s not just a reflection of Oakville excellence; it’s a compelling case for single-vineyard Napa Cabernet at its most focused and expressive.