Sangiovese 2023

Points: 98 | Amador County | Limited Vintage
Vol.
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13.5
%
ML.
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ml
Type.
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Red
Regular Price
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$38.99
Wine Club Pricing
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37.99
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100% Sangiovese | Single Vineyard – Pontin del Roza | Bright Cherry & Cranberry | Notes of Leather & Cedar | Perfect with Pizza & Pasta

Bright, rustic, and food-loving, our 2023 Sangiovese from Yakima Valley’s Pontin del Roza Vineyard bursts with cherry and cranberry layered with hints of leather, cedar, and dried herbs. Aged in neutral French oak, it’s a natural match for pizza, tomato-based pastas, and grilled meats.

About this Wine

ABV: 13.5

ML: 750

AVA: Yakima Valley, AVA (Pontin del Roza Vineyard)

Oaking/Aging Notes: 14 months, Neutral French Oak

Why You'll Love this Wine

  • Complex Flavor Profile: 100% Sangiovese from Pontin del Roza Vineyard with vibrant cherry and cranberry, layered with savory leather, cedar, and dried herbs. Rustic yet refined, with supple tannins and lively structure—expressive and approachable.
  • Balanced Acidity: The warm, steady 2023 Yakima Valley growing season delivered excellent ripeness while preserving Sangiovese’s hallmark freshness—bright, nuanced, and in balance.
  • Versatile Pairings: Ideal with hearty Italian fare like pappardelle with wild boar ragù or wood-fired pizza with fennel sausage. Also great with Pecorino Romano and grilled meats like lamb chops or Tuscan-style steak.
  • Recommended Food Pairings

    • Tuscan-Style Grilled Steak: Bright acidity and tannins cut through juicy, charred bistecca alla Fiorentina.
    • Italian Sausage & Pepper Skewers: Sausage spice and roasted pepper sweetness lift Sangiovese’s red fruit and earthy notes.
    • Aged Pecorino Romano: Salty, nutty Pecorino highlights depth and classic old-world character.

    Read Mastering Wine and Cheese: Tips and Pairings for Wine Lovers and Read about Good Sangiovese Wine.

    Winemakers Notes

    Winemaker: Matt Check, Head Winemaker

    Winemaker's Notes

    Another new addition to the family of Cellar Beast wines the 2023 vintage Sangiovese pays homage to its old world roots. This bottling is 100% Sangiovese calling its home the Pontin del Roza Vineyard of Yakima Valley, the same home as our flagship Dark Angel wine. Rustic in both its aromatics and palate this wine presents bright red fruit with layers of leather and cedar earthiness.

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    About This Wine

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    Special Notes About Region and Varietal

    The 2023 Sangiovese from Cellar Beast Winehouse is a single-vineyard, age-worthy red from Pontin del Roza Vineyard in Yakima Valley, WA. This wine honors Sangiovese’s Tuscan roots with bright cherry, cranberry, and plum layered with leather and cedar. Crafted with whole-berry fermentation and aged in neutral French oak, it’s balanced, expressive, and perfect for pairing with Italian fare or aged cheeses.

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    Sangiovese 2023

    A true Yakima Valley gem, this 100% Sangiovese from Pontin del Roza Vineyard shows bright cherry and cranberry layered with leather and cedar. Rustic yet elegant, it’s a versatile red perfect for wood-fired pizza, hearty pastas, or simply sharing with friends.

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    Smooth & Fruit-Forward

    Bright & Crisp

    Light & Elegant

    Bold & Structured

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    Sommelier Tasting Notes

    This Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve reveals layers of dark blackberry, cassis, and subtle cocoa supported by elegant tannins and a long, structured finish.


    The wine balances depth and complexity while maintaining remarkable smoothness, making it ideal for both special occasions and memorable dinners.


    Crafted in small batches, this vintage reflects the distinctive character of Red Heaven Vineyard in Washington’s Yakima Valley.

    Key Tasting Details

    Varietal

    Cabernet Sauvignon

    Vineyard

    Red Heaven Vineyard

    Region

    Yakima Valley

    Body

    Full-bodied

    Finish

    Long and structured

    Vineyard & Winemaking Story

    From Premier Vineyard to Pennsylvania Craftsmanship

    Each vintage begins with grapes sourced from exceptional vineyards across the West Coast. These grapes are transported to Pennsylvania where our winemaking team carefully crafts each wine on-site.

    This hands-on process allows us to combine outstanding vineyard fruit with meticulous winemaking techniques, resulting in wines that reflect both the vineyard and the passion behind every bottle.

    Our Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is produced in extremely limited quantities, allowing our team to focus on balance, depth, and expression.

    Food Pairings

    Perfect Food Pairings

    This Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with rich and savory dishes.

    Grilled ribeye steak

    Braised short ribs

    Aged cheddar

    Lamb chops

    Dark chocolate dessertsa

    Scarcity

    Limited Production Vintage

    This wine is part of a limited production vintage. Once these bottles are sold, this exact vintage will not return.
    Wine club members receive early access to many of our limited releases before they become available to the public.

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