What wine for Christmas dinner?
Christmas dinner is a feast of contradictions: rich roast, sweet sides, a table of different palates. The winning wines are generous, versatile, and festive enough to feel like part of the celebration.
Pinot noir
Red cherry, silk, versatility
Goes with roast beef, turkey, ham, and the stuffing — the diplomatic choice for a full table.
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grand, spiced, warming
When the centerpiece is prime rib or goose and the night deserves a bottle with gravitas.
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Dry riesling
Bright, festive, food-proof
The white that survives sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, and cranberry alike.
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Sommelier's tip
Buy one red and one white per four guests — holiday meals run long.
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