Limited Release: Our 2023 Pinot Noir Reserve from Dundee Hills in Oregon’s Willamette Valley delivers a refined balance of red cherry, plum, and earthy spice. Sourced from the esteemed Tukwilla Vineyard, this vintage was aged 11 months in neutral French oak to preserve its elegant structure and Burgundian character. Silky tannins and vibrant acidity lead to a smooth, lingering finish.
ABV: 13.1
ML: 750
AVA: Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, OR (Tukwilla Vineyard)
Oaking/Aging Notes: Aged 11 months in neutral French oak to highlight purity of fruit and earthy complexity
Complex Flavor Profile: Red cherry, plum, and earthy spice deliver a layered and elegant tasting experience.
Balanced Acidity: Dundee Hills’ cool-climate conditions enhance freshness and lift the wine’s Burgundian character.
Versatile Pairings: Complements dishes from roasted poultry to wild mushroom risotto.Exploring Pinot Noir? Read our Guide to Pinot Noir vs. Merlot
Roast Duck Breast: The wine’s bright acidity and earthy notes complement the richness of duck.
Wild Mushroom Risotto: Enhances the savory umami and deepens the wine’s forest floor character.
Brie or Camembert Cheese: The creamy texture pairs perfectly with the wine’s red fruit and soft tannins.Get more out of your cheese pairings.
Winemaker: Matt Check, Head Winemaker
Winemaker's Notes: In this 2023 vintage Pinot Noir Reserve we have returned to sourcing our Pinot Noir from the prestigious growing region of Willamette Valley, specifically from the Dundee Hills AVA. A spectacular vintage helped us to create the perfect rustic Burgundian showing in this bottling of our newest Pinot Noir. This vintage shows balance between body and acidity bringing forth earthy roundness supports by fresh red and dark fruit components.
Cellar Beast Holiday Wine Bundle – Limited Edition
Celebrate the season with this perfectly paired duo designed for both gifting and gathering.
Inside you’ll find:
Whether under the tree or on the table, this bundle offers sophistication, story, and savings.
🎁 Special Price: $89.99 (Valued at $110)
One to give. One to pop. A true celebration in a box.
Thoughtful Gifting Made Easy:
The 2022 Dark Angel arrives gift-wrapped and ready to impress—no extra packaging needed.
Celebration-Ready Sparkle:
The 2023 Blanc de Noir brings lively bubbles and bright fruit flavors perfect for holiday toasts.
Crafted for the Season:
One bold, cellar-worthy red and one crisp, festive sparkler—ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings.
Tasting Notes:
Dark Angel – Black raspberry, charred poblano, soft tannins with a silky finish
Blanc de Noir – Stone fruit, citrus zest, delicate minerality, crisp acidity
Aging:
Dark Angel – 17 months in French oak (26% new)
Blanc de Noir – Méthode traditionnelle, aged on lees for finesse
ABV:
Dark Angel – 13.7%
Blanc de Noir – 11.8%

Sourced from the esteemed Tukwilla Vineyard in Oregon’s Dundee Hills AVA, our 2023 Pinot Noir Reserve reflects the finesse and purity that define this world-class Pinot region. The Willamette Valley's cool-climate conditions and the iron-rich volcanic Jory soils of Dundee Hills provide optimal drainage and temperature moderation, promoting slow ripening and complex flavor development. These growing conditions yield Pinot Noir with vibrant acidity, fine tannins, and layered red and dark fruit, balanced by an earthy core. This site-driven expression allows Cellar Beast to craft a Pinot Noir that is both nuanced and true to its Burgundian roots.

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