November 20, 2007
What to pair on Thanksgiving Day? The answer is not always a very clear one for the reason that the 21st century Thanksgiving meal is not the same one from years ago, which consisted of the same menu items, year after year. Today, households across America are taking the traditional Thanksgiving feast to the next level by incorporating ethnic influences, using different cooking methods, and substituting many of the commonly used ingredients with more exciting ones. That said, the best wines for this festive day are not necessarily “spot on” pairings, but wines that are versatile with numerous ingredients, as well as ones that add some sort of value to the overall holiday experience.
To simplify things, I have chosen my top 3 wine picks for Thanksgiving Day. These wines are regional styles of wine. A number of options exist in each category, and accessibility to these wines is not limited to only three wineries. I feel these three styles of wine are the most user-friendly, whether connoisseur or novice, and most importantly are fun to drink on Thanksgiving Day.
Comments
Teri wrote:
Thanks Stephen! I'm about to get wine for a Thanksgiving Day party. I had no idea what to get, but I've jotted down your suggestions and now I can be confident about what I'll be bringing!
posted on November 22, 2007 at 6:35 PM
clara wrote:
Hi and Happy Thanksgiving Stephen,
I'm in love with Cabernet but promise to keep those Rieslings in the back of my mind. I'm sure they are just fine for Christmas too! And Champagne, too perfect for the New Year.
Love your advice and selections, Happy Holidays!
Clara
posted on November 23, 2007 at 1:02 AM
Veronica wrote:
Thanks Stephen for the picks! The Willi Schaefer Riesling was my choice this Thanksgiving... but hadn't thought of trying a Zin, will definitely have to try that next time. A beaujolais might also go well with Thanksgiving dinner, too! Love the Champagne recommendation. Will be having that with Christmas dinner. Cheers!
posted on November 26, 2007 at 1:37 AM
sharon on Miami Beach wrote:
Stephen,
I actually shopped around to find the perfect wine for the menu I serve which has a very flavorful sausage/mushroom/pecan/oregano stuffing and I decided on Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc - for me it was was luscious with the turkey and stuffing.
posted on January 1, 2008 at 8:12 PM