Wines to Pair with Friendsgiving
This article was taken from an email written for Foxtrot Market.
Undoubtedly, one of the best parts of the holiday season are all the Friendsgiving potlucks on the calendar. And while potluck-style dining allows you to try many different things, it can be really hard to pick a bottle of wine that’ll pair well with, well…. everything.
No worries though—our Somm.’s put together a list of the best wines for any occasion. Handpicked specifically for sharing, these bottles hit right at that sweet spot between quality and price. Get ready to drink some good wine with good food and good friends.
Marine Dubard, Le Mont Sauvignon Blanc
For Sauv B lovers looking to expand beyond the usual New Zealand variety, this wine’s a fun and delicious sip that’s versatile enough to go with whatever’s on the table.
Expect notes of lemon, lime zest and oyster shell.
Grochau Cellar, Commuter Cuvee Pinot Noir
Ready to drink the second you walk into your buddy’s house, this wine makes friends with anything on the menu. From the Willamette region of Oregon, it’s also a great representation of its home and grape.
Domaine de la Prébende, Beaujolais Rouge
As quintessentially Thanksgiving as turkey, this wine is an old vine blend that’s made completely au naturel—harvested manually, vinified without SO2 and fermented naturally by carbonic maceration. It’s juicy and simple with a profound minerality, bright berry nose and classic Beaujolais finesse.
Scarpetta, Pinot Grigio
Started by two Denver restaurateurs, Scarpetta makes some of the most approachable Italian wines on the market. This one in particular has a crisp minerality and bright acidity that’s great on its own or with fish. Tell your friend to get the ceviche ready.
Domaine de la Bastide, Côtes du Rhône Rosé Figue
Made with a blend of grape varieties from France’s Southern Rhône region, this bottle’s crisp notes of strawberries, peaches and watermelon make it an easy drink to share. And the price makes it even easier.