Malbec Reserve 2022

Points: 98 | Amador County | Limited Vintage
Vol.
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14.9
%
ML.
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ml
Type.
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Red
Regular Price
$
79.99
Wine Club Pricing
$
75.99
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Bold Red Mountain Fruit | Aged 14 Months in French Oak

Our 2022 Malbec Reserve from Scooteney Flats Vineyard in Red Mountain delivers a powerful expression of mountainside fruit. Bursting with dark blackberry and plum, it’s accented by floral violet notes and hints of cocoa. Aged 14 months in French oak, this wine reveals structured tannins and earthy depth, culminating in a bold, lingering finish.

About this Wine

Tasting Notes: Ripe pomegranate, black cherry, subtle violet aromas

Aging: 14 months in French oak (20% new, 20% second-use, 60% neutral)

ABV: 14.9%

Why You'll Love this Wine

Complex Flavor Profile: Dark blackberry, plum, and cocoa are woven together with subtle violet florals, offering a deep and textured tasting experience.

Balanced Structure: Red Mountain’s warm days and cool nights cultivate bold tannins and fresh acidity, giving the wine both power and finesse.

Versatile Pairings: Pairs beautifully with grilled meats, hearty vegetables, or aged cheeses—ideal for elevating any meal.

Recommended Food Pairings

Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops: The wine's bold tannins and dark fruit harmonize beautifully with savory, roasted meats.

Smoked Portobello Mushrooms: Earthy and meaty, this vegetarian pairing draws out the Malbec’s deep, cocoa-driven notes.

Aged Manchego Cheese: The firm texture and nutty profile of Manchego enhances the wine’s structure and richness.

Winemakers Notes

Winemaker: Matt Check, Head Winemaker

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About This Wine

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2022 Malbec Reserve by Cellar Beast – Red Mountain AVA wine bottle with bold, elegant label, perfect for collectors and dinner pairings
Malbec Reserve 2022
Malbec Reserve 2022
Malbec Reserve 2022

Special Notes About Region and Varietal

These grapes are sourced from the iconic Scooteney Flats Vineyard in the heart of Red Mountain AVA, near Benton City, WA, at an elevation of approximately 690 ft. The vineyard’s unique scooteney silt and warden loam soils, combined with Red Mountain’s intense sunlight and wide diurnal temperature swings, produce Malbec with exceptional concentration and structure. This site is renowned for yielding fruit with bold tannins, deep color, and age-worthy complexity—hallmarks of world-class Red Mountain Malbec.

Aaron Gratch at Scooteney Flats Vineyard – inspecting Red Mountain Malbec vines for Cellar Beast's award-winning 2022 Reserve release

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