Beverage of the Week (BOW)
Tongue Dancer Pinot de Ville - Putnam Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2018
Product Story
The 2018 vintage marks the fifth edition of The Tongue Dancer "Pinot de Ville" and it’s clear that the "house style" is set and they are in a groove. Each vintage features a different Cadillac on the label and this year a stunning 1957 Eldorado Biarritz graces the bottle. As always, grapes are sourced from the Putnam Vineyard located in the Sonoma Coast town of Annapolis just six miles from the Pacific coast. The grapes are hand-picked and gently destemmed, not crushed. The five-day, pre-fermentation cold soak undoubtedly contributes to the rich ruby color and intense aromatics. This Pinot rests for 16 months exclusively in French oak barrels (25% new) prior to bottling. This wine is made entirely at their Grapewagon Crush facility in Healdsburg. Just 120 cases made — get this Pinot before it disappears.
Brand Story
Tongue Dancer Wines is the latest project from James and Kerry MacPhail. If you are a California Pinot Noir lover you likely know James' previous work with MacPhail Family Wines. In over two decades of work MacPhail built a well-deserved reputation as a Pinot Noir guru. Tongue Dancer Wines are Pinot Noir specialists including this delicious and unique Pinot Noir Rosé and a delicious Chardonnay that has now blossomed to a second version of Chardonnay and a world-class sparkling wine. In short order Tongue Dancer Wines has become one of our most anticipated arrivals. We can't wait to see what they do next. WOW!
Tasting Note
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and fresh herbs with supporting notes of violet, boysenberry, clove, and sour cherry. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black cherry, five spice, pomegranate, and raspberry. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple and juicy texture.
How to Serve
This wine really needs nothing but a glass but the rich texture and bright acidity would pair perfectly with a grilled beef ribeye or rich, braised beef and mushrooms.
Price: $ 66
BevX Review: http://bevx.com/wine-detail/?id=4035
