Cellar Beast Sangiovese 2023

ABV: 13.5

ML: 750

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

Oaking/Aging Notes: 14 months, Neutral French Oak

Complex Flavor Profile:
This 100% Sangiovese from Pontin del Roza Vineyard captures the essence of its old-world heritage. The wine bursts with vibrant red fruit—think cherry and cranberry—layered with savory notes of leather, cedar, and dried herbs. Its rustic edge is balanced by supple tannins and a lively structure, making it both expressive and approachable.

Balanced Acidity:
The 2023 vintage in Yakima Valley benefited from a warm, steady growing season, allowing Sangiovese to achieve excellent ripeness while retaining its hallmark freshness. The result is a varietally true expression—bright, nuanced, and perfectly in balance.

Versatile Pairings:
This Sangiovese shines with hearty Italian fare—think pappardelle with wild boar ragu or wood-fired pizza with fennel sausage. It also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses like Pecorino Romano and stands up confidently to grilled meats such as lamb chops or Tuscan-style steak.

Tuscan-Style Grilled Steak: The wine’s bright acidity and rustic tannins cut beautifully through the richness of a charred, juicy bistecca alla Fiorentina.

Italian Sausage & Pepper Skewers: The savory spice of sausage and sweetness of roasted peppers are elevated by Sangiovese’s red fruit and earthy notes.

Aged Pecorino Romano: The salty, nutty sharpness of Pecorino brings out the wine’s depth and classic old-world character.

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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.