You may not know how to dance the “fox trot,” but I’m sure you will like a bottle or two of this textbook Russian River Valley cherry cola Pinot Noir. It shows the bright side of clones that often lend themselves to darker expressions, here delivering the regional signature cherry and cola spice notes over taut acidity that keeps it feeling fresh from start to finish. It will add a lively step to roast chicken or a simple seared sirloin. A blend of Dijon 115 and Pommard 4 clones.
92 Rich Cook
Tongue Dancer, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir “Fox Trot” 2022 ($49)
By Rich Cook
