We know how stressful the holidays can be, especially when you are the host. You want to be the Hostess with the Mostest, with that perfect festive display! Our must have guide for choosing the perfect wines will leave you feeling confident for your crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving feast!
Instead of choosing just one bottle of wine to pair with your entire meal, we suggest selecting a few options. With the mix of tart cranberries, creamy mashed potatoes, brown sugar-glazed yams, stuffing with a variety of flavors, both white and dark meats, and of course, that spiced pumpkin pie for dessert, you'll want a wine lineup that complements it all. As we always say, there are no wrong pairings! The best pairings are the ones you enjoy most, but for Thanksgiving, we recommend lighter-bodied wines to enhance the flavors of your dishes.
Sparkling Wines
Bubbles are the perfect celebratory wine! As guests arrive serve Sparkling Wine to get everyone in the holiday spirit! Sparkling is also a great choice to enjoy with salty and cheesy appetizers. The bubbles cut through the salt to cleanse the palate leaving a refreshed feeling. We have 10 Sparkling Wines to choose from and any of them would be a great choice to get your holiday started.
If you plan to serve it with dinner, we recommend going with a dry sparkling such as Brut or Sparkling Rose.
White Wines
When selecting a white wine, think about pairing it with your lighter side dishes and salads. Try white wines with less oak and more flavors that are fruity and refreshing.
Viognier - Full-fruit-forward flavors of peach, green melon and hint of tangerine in the finish.
Viognier - You'll love this medium-body wine with exotic flavors of pear, melon, and herbal tea trickling into a citrus peel finish.
Yes Dear Chardonnay - Vanilla and French Oak aromas with a touch of butter on the palate.
Red Wines
Yes, Red wines are delicious with Turkey and not forbidden! You definitely want a lighter bodied red with moderate acidity to balance out the richness of your dishes.
Zinfandel - Supple in flavor yet firm in structure with cascading layers of cherry, blackberry and raspberry.
Vardande- Flavors of blackberry and leather spice with prominent tannins.
Cinsault - Light bodied wine with flavors of strawberry and black pepper on the palate.
Dessert Wines
Get dessert going with an after dinner celebration of sweet wines! Bubbly is also a great choice to pair with pie if your guests prefer something less sweet.
Decadencia - A fortified dessert wine made from century-old "Old Vine" Zinfandel with a touch of natural chocolate making it even more heavenly delicious.
Angelica Cream Sherry - A truly world-class Sherry. Fortified with brandy. Perfect for sipping by the fire after a long day. Serve room temperature and enjoy!