Awarded Wines Include:
- 2022 Old Vine Zinfandel – Double Gold (95 points)
- 2022 La Bête: A Carménère and Cabernet Sauvignon Blend – Double Gold (94 points)
- 2022 Dark Angel: A Carménère and Petite Verdot Blend – Gold (91 points)
- 2022 Pinot Noir – Gold (91 points)
- 2022 Gewürztraminer – Gold (90 points)
- 2022 Chardonnay – Silver (88 points)
“These awards are a testament to the passion that goes into every bottle of wine we craft,” said Matt Check, Head Winemaker at Cellar Beast. “To be recognized among the best in the country is an honor and fuels our drive to keep pushing boundaries in winemaking.”
Since its founding in 2021, the winery has carved out a distinct identity in the boutique winery space, known for its small-batch, minimal-intervention wines that highlight grapes from prestigious West Coast AVAs. With a focus on bold, complex dry reds, Cellar Beast has consistently earned top honors across various competitions, including:
- 2021 Dark Angel: A Carménère and Petite Verdot Blend – Double Gold & Best in Class, Sunset International Wine Competition with a 97-point rating
- 2022 Primitivo – Double Gold, Finger Lakes International Wine Competition
- 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve – Gold, Sommeliers Choice Awards
Kim McCullough, Owner of Cellar Beast Winehouse. “To receive this level of recognition from AFWC and other esteemed competitions affirms that we are on the right path as we continue to grow.”
About the American Fine Wine Competition
Founded in 2007, the American Fine Wine Competition has become one of the most prestigious invitation-only wine competitions in the U.S., recognizing top-tier winemaking across the country. Each year, an expert panel of judges, including sommeliers, journalists, and educators, evaluates over 550 wines to award top honors.
Experience Cellar Beast’s Wines
Cellar Beast Winehouse invites wine enthusiasts, industry professionals, and media to experience its acclaimed wines firsthand. Visit the winery’s tasting room, explore upcoming events, or shop online to discover why Cellar Beast continues to make waves in the world of boutique winemaking.
