Belle Glos 25TH Anniversary Pinot Noir

This is a Pinot Noir from Belle Glos, labeled 25th Anniversary and made in the United States. The bottle details don't give an appellation, vintage or alcohol level, so the notes below describe what Pinot Noir in this style usually shows. Expect red cherry, raspberry and strawberry fruit, often joined by cola, baking spice or a little forest floor. Pinot Noir is typically medium-bodied with silky, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. American examples can be fuller and riper than their Burgundian counterparts, with a plush mid-palate and some toasty oak influence. The finish usually fades gently rather than gripping. Pinot Noir's moderate tannin and bright acidity make it one of the more flexible reds at the table. Roast chicken, duck breast with a fruit-based sauce, seared salmon or tuna, and mushroom dishes are the classic matches. Pork tenderloin, charcuterie and soft cheeses such as brie or Gruyère also work well. Heavily spiced or very rich red-meat dishes tend to overpower it, so a sturdier red suits those better. Serve it slightly cool, around 14 to 16°C (57 to 61°F). Twenty minutes in the refrigerator before opening will bring a room-temperature bottle into range. Served too warm, the fruit turns soft and the alcohol becomes more noticeable. Decanting isn't required, but pouring it into a decanter or giving it 20 to 30 minutes in the glass can help the aromas open up, especially if the wine seems tight at first. A large-bowled Burgundy-style glass concentrates the delicate red-fruit and spice aromas better than a narrow Bordeaux shape. This is a bottle that can be opened now. Wines like this are generally built for enjoyment over the next several years. Store it on its side in a cool, dark place, and if you're keeping it a while, check in on it periodically rather than assuming it will improve indefinitely.