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Malbec 2022
Points: 98 | Amador County | Limited Vintage
Vol.
14.5
%
ML.
ml
Type.
Red
Regular Price
$
38.99
Wine Club Pricing
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34.99
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Vibrant and Fruit-Forward Bold Red
Experience the bold elegance of Cellar Beast Malbec, a full-bodied, French oak-aged red blend. With deep layers of blackberry, dark plum, and espresso, it delivers velvety tannins and a long, refined finish. The best red wine for steak, it pairs perfectly with grilled ribeye, lamb, and aged cheeses. Order now to savor this Yakima Valley masterpiece.
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About this Wine
ABV: 14.5%
ML: 750
AVA: Yakima Valley, Washington
Oaking/Aging: 14 months neutral French oak
Why You'll Love this Wine
Enticing Aromas – Notes of plum, black cherry, red currant, allspice, and subtle vanilla.
Vibrant Flavors – A palate featuring Renier cherry, cranberry, black currant, and earthy undertones.
Yakima Valley AVA – Where warm days and cool nights create the perfect balance of ripeness and acidity.
Related Wines:
- Midnight Archer – Another full-bodied red with bold character.
- Jeune Bête 2022 – Rhône-style red blend with layered complexity.
Recommended Food Pairings
Red Meats – Malbec’s bold tannins and dark fruit notes complement grilled steaks, lamb, and burgers, enhancing smoky flavors.
Rich Cheeses – Creamy blue cheeses or aged cheddars balance Malbec’s depth, creating a lush mouthfeel.
Spicy Fare – Its juicy berry notes and soft tannins temper heat in dishes like BBQ, Mexican, or Cajun cuisine.
Looking to learn more about perfect pairings? read our ultimate pairings guide.
Winemakers Notes
Winemaker: Matt Check, Head Winemaker
Winemaker Note's: One of my favorite things about working with Washington state fruit is the diverse expressions we can offer through each variety, vineyard and AVA. I believe that Malbecs have been one of the varieties to show that distinctiveness the most drastically. This Malbec hails from the valley floor of Yakima Valley, which exerts more acidity empahzisng loads of dark fruit while not being bashful with its tannic intensity. Lined by a bit of a smoked meat element. Our Malbecs regardless of growning region/vineyard always offer drinkability now but a bountiful ability to age and become something even more special and unique.
Product Description
Tasting Notes
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Food Pairings
blue cheese, dry aged beef or leaner cuts of beef, vegetables like turnips, spinach, portobella mushrooms, onion
blue cheese, dry aged beef or leaner cuts of beef, vegetables like turnips, spinach, portobella mushrooms, onion
Glassware
Full-bodied Red Wine Glass—The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.
Full-bodied Red Wine Glass—The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.
Serving Instructions
Open 30min prior to serving. Serve at Room Temperature
Open 30min prior to serving. Serve at Room Temperature
Shipping
We offer country-wide shipping.
Difficulty Level
Fast-growing and easy to care for, this is a great choice for beginner aquascape enthusiasts. Does not require CO2 supplementation.
Return & Exchange
If you are not satisfied with your purchase you can return it to us within 14 days for an exchange or refund. For more info email us at hello@habitatscapes.com
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Special Notes About Malbec Region/Varietal
The Yakima Valley AVA of Washington State is known for its diurnal temperature shifts, with warm days giving way to cold nights, which is ideal for this thick-skinned grape.
The distinctive terroir of Yakima Valley gives this 2022 Malbec its distinctive flavor. The well-drained, sandy, and loamy soils allow the vines to develop in optimum growing conditions, bringing concentrated flavors and natural richness to the grapes. These soils are mineral-rich but dry enough to support root growth, giving the wine a touch of minerality and earthiness.
"Creating the 2022 Yakima Valley Malbec was about balancing bold fruit flavors with subtle earthiness, inspired by the unique soils of the AVA." – Matt Check
The Argentine wine industry, specifically the Mendoza region, has become well known for this noble grape, with first plantings tracing back to the mid-19th century, whereas Malbecs were first introduced to the United States in the late 19th century. If faced with a blind tasting between Malbecs from Argentina and those from Yakima Valley, there are two major characteristics to look for in these grape varieties: acidity levels (Yakima's cooler nights hold a higher acid level creating a more structured and balanced wine) and tannin levels (Mendoza's higher elevation creates a higher fruit concentration and riper tannins).
This wine is crafted by Matt Check, a seasoned winemaker with a passion for creating innovative blends that reflect the terroir's essence. With years of experience in viticulture and a deep connection to Yakima Valley's unique AVA, Matt brings precision and artistry to every bottle.
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