Dark Angel 2021 by Cellar Beast
Experience Cellar Beast's 2021 Dark Angel, a Yakima Valley Carménère (94%) and Petit Verdot (6%) blend. Aged 16 months in French oak, it boasts deep violet hues and complex aromas of smoky hatch chilies, grilled poblano peppers, violets, and sage butter. With a 97-point Double Gold award, this wine offers a rich, layered palate.
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About this Wine
ABV: 13.7
ML: 750
AVA: Yakima Valley, WA
Oaking/Aging: Aged for 16 months in 20% New French Oak and 80% Neutral French Oak
Awards:
Double Gold - 97pts - Sunset International Wine Comp. - Sonoma
Double Gold - Concours d’vin (presented by Sommcon) San Diego
Double Gold - 92pts - American Fine Wine Competition
Why You'll Love this Wine
Single-Vineyard Origin: Exclusively sourced from Pontin del Roza Vineyard in Yakima Valley, showcasing unique terroir.
Balanced Oak Aging: Crafted with 20% new French oak for depth without overpowering the fruit.
Award-Winning Quality: Earned a 97-point Double Gold at the Sunset International Wine Competition.
Aging Potential: Designed to evolve gracefully over time for collectors and enthusiasts.
Tasting Notes
Recommended Food Pairings
Dijon & Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb: Complements the earthy and spicy notes of the wine.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms: Enhances umami flavors while matching the wine’s depth.
Smoked Gouda Cheese: Pairs beautifully with the wine’s smoky characteristics.
For more pairing ideas, explore our Wine Pairing Guide.
Winemakers Notes
Winemaker’s Notes
Head Winemaker Matt Check describes Dark Angel as “the epitome of expressive winemaking.” Highlighting Carménère’s unique character has been central to his craft, with Pontin del Roza Vineyard providing exceptional fruit year after year.
About the Region
Winemaker’s Notes
Head Winemaker Matt Check describes Dark Angel as “the epitome of expressive winemaking.” Highlighting Carménère’s unique character has been central to his craft, with Pontin del Roza Vineyard providing exceptional fruit year after year.
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Special Notes About Dark Angel Region/Varietal
The Dark Angel is a single vineyard sourced, age-worthy wine from the Pontin del Roza vineyard in the heart of Yakima Valley wine region near Prosser, WA, just west of Walla Walla. The Pontin del Roza vineyard is 100% dedicated to Cellar Beast Winehouse. Year to year this wine is specially blended with Carménère being the primary wine grape variety and Petit Verdot has the supporting blending role bringing out more earthy notes, black fruits, and dark chocolate. The distinct variety Carménère was an original varietal wine of Bordeaux until a phylloxera epidemic in the 19th century, when it was lost to Europe and later rediscovered in the South American country side at harvest time after a case of mistaken identity. Today, Carménère flourishes in the Colchagua Valley and the Rapel Valley of Chile, as the Chilean wine industry is now the largest producer of this distinct variety.
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