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Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Guide
Versatile wines that work with turkey, stuffing, cranberry and everything else on the table.
Quick answer
Pick versatile, food-friendly wines: Pinot Noir and Beaujolais for red, Riesling or Chardonnay for white, and a dry sparkling wine to start.
Choose flexible wines
A Thanksgiving table mixes sweet, savory, tart and rich flavors, so moderate-alcohol wines with good acidity work best.
- Red: Pinot Noir, Beaujolais, Zinfandel
- White: dry Riesling, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc
- Sparkling: Prosecco or Champagne for appetizers
How much to buy
Plan on about half a bottle per adult who drinks. Use our Wine Party Calculator for an exact number.
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