Wine Holiday List These wines need to be on your Thanksgiving table. Whether you’re enjoying brunch or leftovers the next day.
compiled by CARLO RIVERA
1. With Brunch: Prosecco LA MARCA
There’s no such thing as too early to start the holiday festivities. Kick off your brunch with mimosas made with Prosecco. “The Italian sparkling wine [has a] floral and frothy feel,” says Tyson Koster, Director of Wine Strategy for Wine Insiders.
2. Charcuterie: Lambrusco RIUNITE
“The northern Italian red sparkling, slightly off-dry wine is delicious, novel, very reasonably priced, and fits in perfectly at the beginning or end of the meal,” says Lex Kiefhaber, Director, Wine & Brand of Firstleaf. Pro tip: It’s amazing with Parmesan and prosciutto. 3. With Appetizers: Sauvignon Blanc JOEL GOTT You need a white wine with acidity to balance out creamy starters or anything flavored with herbs. “Pour this crisp classic with starters like spinach artichoke dip, baked brie with fruit compote, or deviled eggs with pickled peppers,” says Koster. 4. If You’re Serving Turkey: Pinot Noir UNDERWOOD Pinot Noir already has a flavor profile of cranberries, cherries, and spice, so it’s a must-have on your holiday table. “This lovely light-bodied wine is the red that pairs with poultry, so serve it with turkey and sweet potatoes and you might even be able to skip the cranberry sauce,” Koster says.
5. With Pie: Moscato WINE INSIDERS “Moscato is a fruity, floral, and
decadently off-dry white wine that fits a surprising mix of holiday occasions,” says Koster. Add it to your party punch, or serve it up with your dessert course. It goes best with pies and fruit tarts. Courtesy to Sienna Livermore and Kelly Allen from housebeautiful.com
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