Well Wine Lovers, It's that time of year!! The turkey is thawing out, the food assignments have been given, and the relatives are on their way...now for choosing the perfect wine to go with dinner.
If you're like me, you have about 30 + people coming over for an all day event which Means that one 12 pound bird is never going to be enough so we are going the "Two Bird" route...what better excuse to use two different cooking methods and allow for some choice this year!
I am going to BBQ one - via Weber charcoal method, with a sweet brine and aromatics. The other, well lets just say it could fry or roast - and I may not make my mind up on that one for a couple days.
So...I have a bit of a dilemma. What Wine(s) to serve this year, and I am hoping you all can help!!
I have read, researched and even just theorized about all of the possibilities -
A Classic Oregon Pinot Noir for the roasted bird?
If you're like me, you have about 30 + people coming over for an all day event which Means that one 12 pound bird is never going to be enough so we are going the "Two Bird" route...what better excuse to use two different cooking methods and allow for some choice this year!
I am going to BBQ one - via Weber charcoal method, with a sweet brine and aromatics. The other, well lets just say it could fry or roast - and I may not make my mind up on that one for a couple days.
So...I have a bit of a dilemma. What Wine(s) to serve this year, and I am hoping you all can help!!
I have read, researched and even just theorized about all of the possibilities -
A Classic Oregon Pinot Noir for the roasted bird?
A soft, supple and smoky Merlot for the BBQ Bird?
A Big, Monster Truck sized Zinfandel for that Burliest of prizes - The Deep fried Fowl...(insert engine revving sound effect here)
But I am a little torn on weather to vary the wine pics, or dictate the flavor profile for my guests by limiting the choices to just one or two pics...That’s where I need your help!
What are your favorite wines for thanksgiving? What are the best Varietals, Wineries, and yes Folks- when entertaining for the holidays I would even ask what the best of the occasional TJ's, under $10 mass production quaffers are (for those of us on a budget this year)
This is where you all come in NW Wine Lovers - Send me your picks for favorite Thanksgiving Wines. The Price Range is helpful - but more importantly, how will you pick which kind of Wines you are serving this year, and what if any advice would you have for myself and others in doing the same...I will choose the best of the best for the Blog and post them.
Also - if any of you have recipes you would love to share this year - feel free to either send them as a reply to this email or to the wine group email below. I will post those as well...lets see what kind of new traditions we can start together this season!!
Happy Thanksgiving and See you in the Tasting Room!!
Wayne-O
nwwinelovers@live.com
But I am a little torn on weather to vary the wine pics, or dictate the flavor profile for my guests by limiting the choices to just one or two pics...That’s where I need your help!
What are your favorite wines for thanksgiving? What are the best Varietals, Wineries, and yes Folks- when entertaining for the holidays I would even ask what the best of the occasional TJ's, under $10 mass production quaffers are (for those of us on a budget this year)
This is where you all come in NW Wine Lovers - Send me your picks for favorite Thanksgiving Wines. The Price Range is helpful - but more importantly, how will you pick which kind of Wines you are serving this year, and what if any advice would you have for myself and others in doing the same...I will choose the best of the best for the Blog and post them.
Also - if any of you have recipes you would love to share this year - feel free to either send them as a reply to this email or to the wine group email below. I will post those as well...lets see what kind of new traditions we can start together this season!!
Happy Thanksgiving and See you in the Tasting Room!!
Wayne-O
nwwinelovers@live.com
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My favorite pick for Thanksgiving dinner is Syncline Wine Cellars "Subduction Red". Juicy, not overly sweet, good texture. A blend of syrah, mourvedre, grenache, cinsaut and counoise...
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