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How To Elevate your Thanksgiving With 3 Styles of Wine

How To Elevate your Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family gatherings, and, of course, a delicious feast. As you prepare for this special occasion, selecting the right wines to complement your dishes can elevate the entire experience. Whether you’re hosting an intimate family affair or a large gathering, finding unique wines can enhance the flavors and add a touch of fun to the table!

How To Elevate your Thanksgiving With 3 Styles of Wine

Thanksgiving Wine Pairings

How To Elevate your Thanksgiving
How To Elevate your Thanksgiving

Bubbles:

Sparkling wine should always grace the dinner table, as there’s always something to celebrate and bubbles are perfect for such occasions. While Champagne has its place in the world, today we will focus on Cava, Spain’s iconic sparkling wine. If you are looking for an excellent wine steeped in history, crafted using traditional methods and reflecting a strong sense of place, you cannot go wrong with Cava.

Red Wines:

If your goal is to find the perfect pairing for turkey, our favorites are wines made from grape varietals such as Gamay, (look for Beaujolais wines), Cabernet Franc (Chinon from the Loire Valley in France is an excellent option!), Pinot Noir or a Grenache-based blend (for example a Côtes du Rhône). The lighter to medium tannins and bright acidity of these wines enhance the experience without overpowering the taste.

White Wines:

Pairing white wine with Thanksgiving meals can be challenging, but if you opt for a Riesling, you can’t go wrong! Riesling can be sweet, off-dry, or dry—there’s a Riesling for everyone! Other white wines that will pair wonderfully with your Thanksgiving dinner include Gewürztraminer, Viognier, and Albariño.

As you gather around the table to share moments of joy and gratitude, let the perfect wine pairings and unique experiences enhance the celebration. We hope you create cherished memories around the dinner table, toasting with a glass of wine in hand this Thanksgiving.

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