Orin Swift Mannequin

Orin Swift Mannequin is a wine listed here as a United States bottling from Massachusetts, under the Esplanda label. The details on file don't name the grape, vintage, ABV or oak regime, so the label on the bottle is the final word on the blend and vintage. What follows is serving guidance that applies to a wine of this kind, not a measured tasting profile. If the bottle turns out to be white or light-bodied, serve it well chilled, around 45 to 50°F (7 to 10°C), which keeps acidity bright and fruit clean. That is about two to three hours in a refrigerator, or 20 minutes in an ice bath. If it is a red, aim for 60 to 65°F (16 to 18°C), a little cooler than most rooms. Twenty minutes in the fridge before opening usually gets it there. A rosé or a lighter red can sit toward the cooler end of its range. For glassware, a medium tulip-shaped wine glass suits nearly any style. It is wide enough to open up the aroma and narrow enough at the rim to hold it. Fill it only to the widest part of the bowl. Fuller reds do better in a larger bowl, while whites and rosés keep their freshness in a smaller one. Decanting is unnecessary for most bottles at this level. If a red smells tight or closed on opening, 30 minutes in a decanter or a wide glass will soften it. For food, match weight with weight. Crisp, higher-acid styles go well with roast chicken, shellfish, salads and soft cheeses. Medium-bodied reds work with burgers, tomato-based pasta and grilled sausages. Fuller reds suit steak, braised short rib and aged hard cheeses. New England standards such as baked haddock, clam dishes or roast turkey sit comfortably with a bottle of moderate weight. Unless the label or producer says otherwise, treat this as a drink-now wine. Most bottles at this tier are made for near-term enjoyment, not for years in a cellar. Keep it on its side somewhere cool and dark, and finish an opened bottle within two to three days, re-corked and chilled.