Our Pinot Noir Reserve is a focus on the earthiness of true rustic Burgundian style Pinot Noir. Hailing from a single vineyard, the Riverbench Vineyard of Santa Maria Valley AVA of California, this reserve wine was created by selecting the finest barrels from an already outstanding 2022 harvest.
ABV: 12.8
ML: 750
AVA: Santa Maria Valley, CA
Oaking/Aging: Aged for 9 months in French oak barrels of which 17% was new French oak, lending fine-grained and well integrated tannins
Awards:
Silver at the 2024 Finger Lakes International
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Single Vineyard Origin – Sourced exclusively from Riverbench Vineyard in Santa Maria Valley, ensuring exceptional quality.
Expressive Aromatics – Notes of ripe red berries, dried herbs, and a touch of earthiness.
Balanced & Approachable – Complex yet easy-drinking, perfect for any occasion.
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Mushroom Dishes – Earthy flavors in the wine complement mushroom risotto or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Roasted Poultry – The wine's earthy notes and balanced acidity enhance the flavors of roast turkey or chicken.
Soft Cheeses – The wine's acidity and fruit flavors complement cheeses like Brie or Camembert.
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Winemaker: Matt Check, Head Winemaker
Winemaker's Notes: Our Pinot Noir program is a true labor of love program starting from selecting the vineyard sites, fermentation practices and aging program. Such a delicate grape variety requires a lot of love and attention to detail. In this vintage clonal selection was one of the most crucial elements as our reserve Pinot Noir is a highlight of the earthy side of Pinot Noir. This is achieved through focusing on clones that exude earthiness and we marry this with perfect yeast selection to harness and showcase the beautiful balance of earthiness and silky characteristics.
Looking for a vibrant Yakima Valley Rosé? Cellar Beast’s 2023 dry rosé is crafted from six red varietals using the traditional Saignée method. Stainless steel-aged for maximum freshness, this wine offers juicy berry notes, crisp acidity, and a clean finish. Perfect for seafood, salads, and summer sipping.
Crafted Using the Saignée Method: A traditional French winemaking technique that enhances concentration and flavor by "bleeding off" juice during red wine fermentation. This process gives the wine its vibrant color and bold character while preserving Yakima Valley’s terroir.
Bright and Fresh Profile: Stainless steel aging locks in freshness, delivering lively acidity and juicy berry notes.
Exceptional Value: Premium craftsmanship at an accessible price.
2022 Pinot Noir Reserve – A light-bodied red that complements Rosé lovers.
Cabernet Franc Rosé – Another crisp option for summer sipping.
ABV: 12.7%
ML: 750
AVA: Yakima Valley, Washington
Aging: Stainless Steel
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The fruit for this vintage was sourced from the Riverbench Vineyard located in Santa Maria Valley, CA where cool evenings and warm day lead to the optimum ripening of this glorious Pinot Noir fruit and the creation of a lighter bodied wine. The clonal blend of this bottling is 90% 777 & 667 with the final 10% coming from the Pommard clone which results in a very focused earthy expression of the true essence of Pinot Noir. The Santa Maria Valley is south of Napa Valley and their Pinot Noirs rank highly in the Wine Enthusiast.
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