Thanksgiving is a time to come together and celebrate with family, friends, and of course, delicious food. But when it comes to pairing wines with a Thanksgiving feast, it can be a bit tricky. With so many flavors on the table, it’s important to choose wines that will enhance the meal without overpowering it. Let’s explore some of the top Thanksgiving wines we recommend at our wine and liquor store.

Start the Meal Right with Sparkling Wine

No holiday celebration is complete without a toast, and sparkling wine is a perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving dinner. It’s versatile, refreshing, and high in acidity, which helps cleanse your palate between dishes. Whether you serve it as an aperitif or keep a bottle on the table throughout the dinner, sparkling wine pairs well with many foods. Try these sparkling wines:

• Gran Moraine Brut Rosé

• Schramsburg Mirabelle Brut Rosé

• Vilarnau Brut Cava

• Ruinart Blanc de Blanc

High-Acid Whites for Freshness

When choosing a white wine for Thanksgiving, go for options that are light, refreshing, and high in acidity. These will complement dishes like mashed potatoes and green bean casserole without overpowering the flavors of turkey. Avoid overly oaky or buttery wines, as these can make the meal feel heavier. Instead, choose a crisp white such as Chardonnay or Gruner Veltliner. Some of our recommendations include:

• Cristom Chardonnay

• Pazo de Lusco Albariño

• Femina Etna Bianco

• Nikolaihof Wachau Zwickl Gruner Veltliner

Rosé: The Underrated Thanksgiving Wine

Rosé is often overlooked during Thanksgiving, but it’s one of the most food-friendly wines you can serve. It pairs well with everything from turkey to stuffing to cranberry sauce. If you want something a bit more robust, consider a rosé made from darker grapes. Here are a few rosé wines to try:

• Gassier Cote de Provence Rosé

• Domaine Chateaumar Perle de Rosé

• Philippe Girard Sancarre Rosé

• Romance Rosé

Light-Bodied Reds for a Perfect Pairing

If you're a fan of red wine, a light-bodied variety is the way to go for Thanksgiving. You want a wine that won’t overshadow the turkey but will still provide enough flavor to complement the meal. Pinot Noir is a classic choice, as well as Beaujolais and Grenache. Here are some excellent choices:

• Maritana Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

• Drouhin Bourgogne Rouge

• Daniel Bouland Morgon Corcelette

• Beronia Rioja Reserva

Dessert Wines to Finish Strong

If you plan to serve dessert with wine, it's important to choose a wine that’s sweeter than the dessert itself. This ensures that the wine won’t taste overly bitter in contrast to the sweetness of the dessert. Popular choices for dessert wines include:

• Vin de Lune Chenin Blanc

• Chateau Mayne Sauternes

• T. Berkley Late Harvest Chenin Blanc

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