Translating to "The Beast" this is a bold blend of 60% Carménère and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon from Yakima Valley. With intense dark fruit, peppery spice, and powerful tannins, it earned Double Gold at the American Fine Wine Competition. Once a wine club exclusive, now available to all.
ABV: 14.1
ML: 750
AVA: Yakima Valley, WA
Oaking/Aging: Aged in neutral French Oak barrels for fourteen months to enhance its rich flavor profile, but balanced with a heavy polished tannic structure.
Awards:
94 Points - Double Gold at The American Fine Wine Competition
Silver at 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards
Silver at 2024 USA Wine Ratings
Dark Fruit Intensity – Bursting with blackberry, black cherry, and cassis flavors.
Washington Terroir – A unique blend of Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon and Yakima Valley Carménère.
Perfect for Aging – Develops even more depth over time.
Lamb Chops with Rosemary – Earthy, herbal notes from the Carménère enhance the flavors of tender, herb-crusted lamb.
Mushroom & Truffle Risotto – The umami-rich flavors highlight the wine’s earthy, peppery undertones.
Eggplant Parmesan – The acidity in the tomato sauce and creamy mozzarella balance the wine’s tannic structure.
Winemaker: Matt Check, Head Winemaker
Winemaker's Notes: La Bête is another way of showing the world how amazing the Carménère grape is and in this program we showcase it by coupling it with the most popular red variety for the American market, Cabernet Sauvignon. Both grapes exude power and intensity but dance so beautifully together to show an awesome contrast bold intensity with a graceful and elegant finish.
Sourced from Meek Vineyard in Yakima Valley, this Cabernet Franc wine is a tribute to the Loire Valley style. Bursting with crushed violets, dark fruit, and a meaty depth, it’s crafted by Head Winemaker Matt Check. Enjoy now or cellar for 10+ years. A true passion project—experience it today!
Aging Potential – Built to drink now but will age beautifully for 10+ years, evolving in depth and character.
Art Meets Wine – Label artwork by Assistant Winemaker Aaron Gratch, reflecting the creativity behind every bottle.
Handcrafted & Small-Batch – Made with meticulous care, ensuring each bottle represents the highest quality.
ABV: 13.9
ML: 750
AVA: Yakima Valley, Washington State
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Fast-growing and easy to care for, this is a great choice for beginner aquascape enthusiasts. Does not require CO2 supplementation.
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A robust blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Horse Heaven Hills AVA of Washington State and 40% Carmenére from Pontin del Roza Vineyard in the Yakima Valley AVA, WA.
The Cabernet Sauvignon exudes blackberry, black cherry, and dark fruit flavors from the warmer climate and longer growing season of Horse Heaven Hills, plum and cassis from the sandy loam soil structure, complimented by herbal and mint notes lent by the pronounced diurnal swing.
The warm days and cool nights of the Yakima Valley help the Carmenére develop rich fruit flavors while maintaining a critical acid profile. The microclimate of the Pontin del Roza vineyard enhances Carmenére’s signature notes of green bell pepper skins, cloves and hints of spice.
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