The Stelling Vineyard is located behind Far Niente at the base of the western hills in Oakville. Although the vineyard comprises 100 acres, Nickel & Nickel produced its Stelling Cabernet Sauvignon from just a 1.4-acre parcel for the 1997, ‘98 and ‘99 vintages, with the remainder contributing to the Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard was originally part of the 5000-acre holdings of Martin Stelling, from which many famous hillside and benchland vineyards have been demarcated. The spring of...

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 10/31/02

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine

Rating for United States-California: 88 (average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>