What wine thanksgiving?

What wine do you drink on Thanksgiving?

Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling are two excellent options. While fuller-bodied wines like Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are crowd-pleasers, their bold and typically oaky notes are better suited to the roasted red meats of December’s holidays. If you love them, by all means, serve them.

What kind of wine goes best with turkey?

For red wine lovers, Pinot Noir with turkey is a no brainer. The wine’s bright high acidity, as well as extreme versatility on the table, make it a solid choice for pairing not only with turkey, but also the handful of sides that will cover the rest of your plate.

Does Cabernet Sauvignon go with turkey?

Most foodies will admit that turkey can pair well with a light Beaujolais Nouveau or Pinot Noir, but a big wine, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon, can work too. If you prefer a full-bodied red, remember that turkey is extremely versatile and can be prepared in such a way as to complement almost any wine.

What is a good wine for the holidays?

What is the most popular wine for Thanksgiving?

Pinot Noir Is the Classic Thanksgiving Wine

Pinot Noir is arguably the most classic Thanksgiving wine, and for a reason: Those tart, tangy red fruit notes are just as complementary to fall dishes as cranberry sauce!

What wine goes best with turkey and dressing?

Whats a good red wine for Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving Wine Pairings

Reds should have reasonably tame tannins that will yield to and support the flavors of the food. Some safe bets for Thanksgiving wines are pinot noir, syrah, and zinfandel for red wine lovers and sauvignon blanc, riesling, gewurztraminer, and viognier for those who prefer white wines.

Is Pinot Noir red or white?

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most popular red wines. It’s made from black-skinned grapes that thrive in a narrow spectrum of cooler climates. It’s also notoriously difficult to grow.

What is a good white wine for Thanksgiving dinner?

Is red or white wine better with turkey?

Turkey is a white meat and has a low fat content, which is why it can dry out if not cooked carefully. So, your wine matches should ideally be either a full-bodied white wine or a medium-bodied red, with low or medium tannin and relatively high acidity.

Does Merlot go with turkey?

Merlot – which often gets short shrift at the dinner table – is well suited for the panoply of fairly rich Thanksgiving dishes. The soft, round nature of Merlot, along with its red-tinged dark fruit and moderate acidity, goes well with most dishes, from turkey and savory gravy to sweet-tart cranberry sauce.

Does Malbec pair with turkey?

Malbec is go-to wine for those who want something less assertive — and less expensive — than quality cabernet sauvignon. Or, more assertive — and less expensive— than quality pinot noir. Malbec does well with leaner cuts of red meat, dark meat turkey and chicken, pork roasts.

What wine goes with Xmas dinner?

For a white wine option, look to the creamy, ripe-fruited whites of Burgundy or a Chilean, US or Australian chardonnay, which will have the buttery texture and weight to match the crisp-skinned meat. Matthew Horsley from our Buying department suggests an oak-aged, nutty white Rioja as an offbeat option.

Is there cranberry wine?

Cranberry Wine is one of our top sellers during the holidays as the quintessential Thanksgiving wine, however its crisp and clean nature makes it perfect for year round celebrations.

What is Christmas wine?

Christmas Wine is a wonderful blend of North Carolina Muscadines and will bring in the taste of a true Southern Christmas. The sweet berries laced with a hint of spice is a holiday favorite and perfectly paired with the season’s culinary delights.