The secret to choosing the perfect thanksgiving wine
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, there is no better time than now to start planning your Thanksgiving dinner menu and choose wines to complement your feast.
The big question - which wines go with the variety of tastes, textures and aromas that characterize Thanksgiving dinner? Can the entire meal, from appetizers to dessert be paired with just one wine? Tough, but doable. So what's the secret? It's pretty simple. Choose versatile, well-loved wines that pair nicely with a variety of foods. Start with some bubbly, and change up the wines as you move through your menu. Here, we've highlighted some great wines that we know will work beautifully with each course of your Thanksgiving meal.
If you're still not sure about which wines to choose, call our expert wine specialists at 1 888-859-4637 for great recommendations catered to your needs.
Happy Thanksgiving!
The big question - which wines go with the variety of tastes, textures and aromas that characterize Thanksgiving dinner? Can the entire meal, from appetizers to dessert be paired with just one wine? Tough, but doable. So what's the secret? It's pretty simple. Choose versatile, well-loved wines that pair nicely with a variety of foods. Start with some bubbly, and change up the wines as you move through your menu. Here, we've highlighted some great wines that we know will work beautifully with each course of your Thanksgiving meal.
If you're still not sure about which wines to choose, call our expert wine specialists at 1 888-859-4637 for great recommendations catered to your needs.
Happy Thanksgiving!
TO START THE MEAL OR CELEBRATION
Greet your guests with a glass of bubbles while ensuring that all the hard workers in the kitchen are amply rewarded as they prepare the food for the table.
Gimonnet et Fils, Pierre Brut Blanc de Blancs Cuis Premier Cru
Champagne Blend: 750ml
ST 90 | WE 92 | WS 91
LIGHT WHITES
Serving a delicate white is a great way to start the holiday. Crisp and refreshing, these choices are perfect aperitifs and complement those courses that start the day's festivities.
LIGHTER REDS
The Thanksgiving table provides the perfect occasion to drink soft and approachable reds, but don't limit these wines just for turkey. Pork roasts along with such fruits of the sea as swordfish and salmon also pair well.
FULLER REDS
Not every Thanksgiving revolves around turkey. Large roasts or game birds frequently find themselves on the table calling for richly textured red wines. These selections will also work well with richer stuffings and the dark meat of the bird.
FULLER WHITES
It's hard to say no to a glass of chardonnay - there's a reason this grape is so popular. This varietal shows a diversity of styles while offering up richness of flavor and texture.
2008 Domaine Etienne Sauzet Puligny Montrachet "La Garenne" Premier Cru
Chardonnay: 750ml
BH 90 | ST 90 | WS 92ROSÉ
Savvy wine enthusiasts have long known that pink wines are not just for the summer months. With sophisticated flavors that marry with a wide range of cuisines and styles, dry roses can be enjoyed all year round.
TO END THE MEAL
Sweet wines are too often an overlooked segment of the world of wine. This holiday usually ends in a smorgasboard of sweets and is the perfect opportunity to see how well these different wines work with desserts. Or, enjoy them on their own if you're too full!
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