What wine goes with Thanksgiving turkey?
Thanksgiving isn't a turkey pairing — it's a buffet pairing. Cranberry, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and gravy all land on one plate, so the wine must be versatile, fruity, and impossible to dislike.
Beaujolais (cru)
Gamay — bright, silky, joyful
Red fruit echoes the cranberry, light tannin spares the turkey, and everyone at the table likes it.
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Oregon pinot noir
Earthy, elegant red
The American classic for the American feast — savory enough for stuffing and gravy.
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Dry Riesling
Citrus, stone fruit, vivid
The white that survives sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce with its dignity intact.
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Sommelier's tip
Buy more than you think — figure one bottle per two and a half guests for a long meal.
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