All Of Me Red Blend

All Of Me is a red blend from Esplanda, labeled United States, Massachusetts. The details on file don't name the grape varieties, vintage or oak regimen, so the profile below describes what red blends from a cool New England climate usually deliver, not measured specifics for this bottle. Expect ripe red and dark berry fruit, such as cherry, plum and blackberry. Cooler-climate reds also tend to have brisk acidity, moderate tannin and a medium body, so they come across fresher and less heavy than many warm-region blends. Any oak influence is likely to be a light spice or vanilla note, not a dominant toasty flavor. That structure makes the wine flexible at the table. The acidity cuts through fat and tomato, so it suits margherita or sausage pizza, baked ziti, roast chicken with herbs, burgers, and pork chops or grilled sausages. Charcuterie, mushroom dishes and semi-firm cheeses such as cheddar, Gouda or Manchego also work. Very spicy dishes and delicate white fish are better matched with something else. For serving, aim for about 60 to 65°F (16 to 18°C). That is a little below typical room temperature, and the wine will taste more lively than it does warm. Twenty minutes in the refrigerator before opening usually gets it there. Blends in this style are normally made to be drunk young, so extended cellaring isn't the aim, and drinking it within a few years of purchase is the sensible approach. A decanter isn't required. If the first pour seems tight or closed, 20 to 30 minutes in a decanter or a wide glass will loosen it. A standard red wine glass with a moderately wide bowl gives the fruit room to open without exaggerating the alcohol.