Thanksgiving is a time to savor and enjoy all that we have to be thankful for, and what better way to do that than enjoying a delicious meal with family and friends? Wherever, and however you’re celebrating Thanksgiving, we want you to open up some great wines to sip on. The Wine Source staff got together and made some selections of wines that we think pair well with Thanksgiving fare (as varied as that may be!), and that are easy to enjoy by all. Of course, we have many more options to choose from. Stop by and chat with us – we’re more than happy to help you pick out wines to enjoy over the holiday!
Please note that these wines are subject to availability. Come and get ’em while you can, and stock up for the feast!
2013 Daniel Pollier Mâcon-Fuissé
REG: $16.99 TWS: $12.99
As far as white wines go, Burgundy is almost entirely Chardonnay. This particular Chardonnay comes from within the Maconnais area in Southern Burgundy, down toward Beaujolais. If you’re skeptical of the Chardonnay varietal because you don’t like wines that are heavily oaked, this will come as a refreshing surprise. The wine shows nice body, but also bright fruit and a lean edge.
Why does it work for Thanksgiving? White Burgundies are great for the Thanksgiving table because they possess a weight to them that can hold up to meat dishes and creamy sauces. Pollier’s wines stand out for their quality and value, a combination we can all agree on.
2014 Pewsey Vale Eden Valley Dry Riesling
REG: $17.99 TWS: $13.99
Eden Valley is nestled next to the Barossa Valley in Southern Australia. You’ve certainly seen, and perhaps consumed, a lot of Shiraz from Southern Australia, but there are some talented Riesling producers down there too, and this is an example of what they can do. Bone dry and as fresh as they come, this Riesling shows backbone and bracing acidity alongside its fruit.
Why does it work for Thanksgiving? Dry Riesling pairs nicely with intense flavors and spice, and wonderfully with roast Turkey!
2012 Airlie Gewürztraminer
REG: $16.99 TWS: $12.99
This wine comes to us from the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Other varietals you see a lot of in this region are Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Riesling. Gewurztraminer can run the gamut in terms of style, but it’s always interesting and aromatic. This dry style Gewurz features spicy ginger, fresh rose, and honey on the nose, and exotic fruit and smooth texture on the palate.
Why does it work for Thanksgiving? This Gewurz can hold up to all the competing flavors that float around the table, and its aromatics can wake up your senses.
2012 Joseph Drouhin Chorey-Les-Beaune
REG: $29.99 TWS: $23.99
Another Burgundy selection makes the list, this time a red. Chorey-Les-Beaune may not be an all-star as far as Burgundian appellations go, but this wine is an impressively crafted Pinot Noir, and look, it’s under $30! Chorey-Les-Beaune is a small appellation at the foot of the hill of Corton. Joseph Drouhin makes some excellent wines, and the vineyards across Burgundy utilize organic and biodynamic practices. Bright and clear with a round body, this wine is both intense and graceful.
Why does it work for Thanksgiving? The lighter bodied style works quite nicely with turkey and other such Thanksgiving treats. Have at it, Pilgrims.
2010 La Ca’Növa Barbaresco
REG: $37.99 TWS: $29.99
The Piedmont region lies in Northwestern Italy, and the two big players here are Barola and Barbaresco. The grape varietal in both Barola and Barbaresco is Nebbiolo. Stylistically it’s a medium to full bodied expression with dark cherry and plum, as well as herbaceous notes on the mid-palate.
Why does it work for Thanksgiving? Nebbiolo pairs quite well with hearty dishes, and this is also simply a pretty wine worth sharing.
2012 Dry Creek Vineyard Heritage Zinfandel
REG: $24.99 TWS: $15.99
Dry Creek Vineyards are located within Sonoma County. With this selection, we’re talking big, bold, textured Zinfandel. This is a hearty red with layer on layer of raspberry, blueberry, plum, and red currant. Some Zinfandels can be overwhelmingly fruity and jammy, and this wine does a good job of providing lush, ample fruit without going too crazy.
Why does it work for Thanksgiving? We’re talking about a holiday of abundance, so why not translate that to the glass? It’s depth of character and indulgent flavor profile make it a great choice for Thanksgiving.
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