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Thanksgiving is only a week away and the menu is set but the wine list will remain fluid until the last-minute. White wines are the traditional choices because they pair wonderfully with Thanksgiving fare. A dry Chardonnay with a light oak aging is always a sure bet but a fruity unoaked offering might be a more interesting choice. Sauvignon Blanc is also a good pick with its lively acidity or if you want to spur some dinner table wine talk try a Gewürztraminer, White Burgundy or even a Viognier. If your guests like a little sweeter wine try a White Zinfandel to satisfy their tastes. Reds are hard to blend with the flavor palate of this holiday meal but if you must uncork a bottle of red I suggest trying a light bodied wine with fine tannins and the best choice for that is Pinot Noir. We will be pouring three New York white wines from the 3 Brothers Winery in the Finger Lakes Region, a 2010 1st Degree Medium Dry Riesling and a 2010 2nd Degree Medium Sweet Riesling along with a 2011 Stoney Lonesome Estates Grüner Veltliner. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.
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Thank you for the great Thanksgiving pairing suggestions. I am leaning towards a sparkling Rose’ and a White Bordeaux here,
Happy Thanksgiving.
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Great to hear from you again and how is that awesome hound of yours? I will certainly keep those two picks in mind for the next time the turkey is on the table! Happy Thanksgiving to you and the family.
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HA! Thanks for the greeting and remembering Miss Jane Doe. She is more loving and stubborn than ever 🙂
Happy Thanksgiving.
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I’m glad to see another giving pairing ideas for the Thanksgiving Day feast! My personal favorites are a dryer Riesling or a Gewürztraminer. I often see Pinot Noir grace the table, but I will always feel a white is the best for a turkey meal. Personal opinion, and I generally prefer reds. And to kick off the morning: Mimosas always!
Happy Thanksgiving!
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I agree! Seems like you have everything in place for a great holiday. Enjoy!
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