Pinot Noir • Napa Valley, California
Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir
94 Points
Bottle Price: $55
"Bold enough for steak, smooth enough for Netflix."
Forget everything you know about wimpy, watery Pinot Noirs. This bottle is the bodybuilder of the Pinot world. Pouring a deep crimson, it practically explodes with aromas of warm blackberry pie, cinnamon, and sweet baking spices. On the palate, it’s remarkably velvety and rich—think chocolate-covered cherries and vanilla bean rather than earthy dirt. It’s bold enough for a steak but smooth enough to drink solo while watching Netflix. If you usually drink Cabernet but want to branch out, this is your perfect gateway drug. Warning: The bottle’s signature red wax dip makes it look incredibly expensive (great for gifts!).