Accolā
Vine Cliff 1871 Accolā represents the culmination of our history, craft, and terroir. This legendary wine honors the pioneering grapegrowers and winemakers, past and present, whose extraordinary vision has left an indelible mark on what is now Napa Valley’s most celebrated AVA. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc are grown side by side on the upper Oakville Bench of our estate to craft this stately blend. Together, the varietals achieve a striking harmony, yielding a wine of profound depth and distinction. Released in extremely limited quantities, Accolā captures the spirit of our historic Oakville estate.
This wine reaches peak expression at 60°F.
Vintage
Winemaker's notes
- ProductionFEWER THAN 100 CASES PRODUCED
(/'ak.ko.la/) – from the Latin: one who lives near a special place; a neighbor or a dweller by.
Vine Cliff 1871 Accolà represents the culmination of our history, craft and terroir. The name itself speaks to our position as steward of one of Oakville's most distinguished addresses, dwelling among the valley's most revered sites. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc are grown side by side on the upper Oakville Bench of our estate to craft this stately blend. Together, the varietals achieve a striking harmony, yielding a wine of profound depth and distinction. Released in extremely limited quantities, Accolà captures the spirit of our historic Oakville estate.
- AppellationOAKVILLE
- VineyardVINE CLIFF 1871
- Varietal50% CABERNET FRANC
50% CABERNET SAUVIGNON - Harvest datesOCTOBER 12, 2023
- FermentationSTAINLESS STEEL OPEN TOP FERMENTERS, OAK BARRELS
- Maceration time26 DAYS
- Malolactic Fermentation100% BARREL FERMENTATION
- Alcohol14.8%
- TA5.6 G/L
- pH3.78
