With Thanksgiving and the December Holidays coming up fast, wine time is here! You’ll want to purchase red, white, rosé and sparkling selections to serve with your meals or just for sipping and socializing. We have done some research for our readers so that you can know why to buy. Check out these accessible wines that are welcome at every table. There’s a nice variety that will suit every palate and create delightful pairings. And keep them in mind for gifting over the holiday season!
2022 Brassfield Estate Pinot Noir – Bright cherry aromas lead the way for this versatile wine while subtle earthy tones bring a coziness that is perfect for the season. Juicy yet grounded, the wine’s smooth, rounded tannins make for a natural match with your roasted turkey, herb stuffing, or mushroom-based sides. The Brassfield Estate is nestled along the northeast edge of Clear Lake, the High Valley AVA sits on top of ancient volcanic soils and benefits from dramatic diurnal shifts, where warm days build concentration and cool nights preserve freshness. The result is a portfolio of aromatic wines with a pleasing natural acidity.
AVIVO 2023 White – Bright and aromatic, the AVIVO 2023 White brings lively acidity and citrus notes that complement juicy orange slices, and soft, creamy cheeses such as burrata. The wine is comprised of Sangiovese and Vermentino Grapes which are climate friendly varietals that are ideal for AVIVO’s in California.
AVIVO 2024 Rosé – The juicy red berry flavors and balanced acidity make this rosé the ideal match for holiday classics that include meats and vegetables. It’s a nice pour when you are serving appetizers before the meal. The wine is flavorful, and effortlessly chic with a beautiful color in the glass for a festive feel. Made of Sangiovese and Vermentino grapes, this wine proves that AVIVO’s simplicity of craftmanship delivers an incredibly pleasing and flavorful wine. It nice to know that AVIVO wines are made with organic wines, regeneratively farmed with no unwanted additives.
San Felice Borgo Chianti Classico – The wine is part of San Felice’s Vitiarium collection that embodies both tradition and innovation in winemaking and are designed for premiere dining experiences. Sangiovese and Pugnitello grapes come together to create a fragrant and vibrant wine, a faithful and authentic representation of the vineyard’s distinctive terroir. Versatile and immediate, this rich Chianti preserves freshness, fruity aromas, and floral notes. It is complex with sweet tannins that accompany a persistent and balanced finish. San Felice has been a leader in research and experimentation since its inception. Today, their vineyards adhere to the principles of regenerative viticulture and are undergoing organic conversion.
Alto Adige Pinot Bianco – The Pinot Blanc grape is grown throughout the entire winegrowing region of Alto Adige and has a lively acidity and a mineral-rich quality. Tones of hay blossoms, hazel nuts, and almonds contribute to the complexity of the wine, which makes it an excellent companion for holiday classics like a honey-baked ham. Nestled in Italy’s northernmost region, Alto Adige DOC is known for its dramatic landscapes, cool alpine air, and terraced vineyards that create some of Italy’s most compelling white wines.
Gancia Asti DOCG – This Italian sparkling wine is welcome at all holiday tables. Made from White Moscato grapes, it has a golden yellow hue and persistent effervescence in the glass. The aroma is fresh with hints of exotic fruit, sage and honey. On the palate it is sweet, fruity, and well balanced. Serve Gancia Asti DOCG with desserts or as a sweet aperitif.
Priest Ranch 2024 Sauvignon Blanc – Crisp and refreshing, it is the perfect glass of white wine to finish off Thanksgiving dinner alongside a scrumptious pumpkin dessert. Priest Ranch in the Napa Valley spans 1,682 acres with their Estate boasting 224 acres of cultivated vineyards across 15 distinct areas. They utilize their diverse landscape to produce an exceptional selection. By blending grapes from multiple blocks, the finely produced wines showcase the unique characteristics of the vineyards.
Charles Krug 2023 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – This lovely Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic Napa Valley red wine that carries aromas of cherries, cassis, and brown butter. Its rich, deep red hue is beautiful in the glass. This Cabernet Sauvignon is a very food-friendly wine that is easy to pair with your holiday fare. Charles Krug is an iconic California winery, the place where tradition, family, and a passion for winemaking has been embraced for over 150 years since 1861.
Vera Wang PARTY Prosecco – Vera Wang has partnered with Araldica, a highly respected Italian winery, to produce two Prosecco wines that are a symbol of celebrations. The wines are kosher and are distributed by Royal Wine Corp. Vera Wang PARTY Prosecco is a light straw yellow with appealing aromas of apple and stone fruit. The palate has citrus notes and fresh acidity with a soft and fruity finish. Well chilled, this bubbly is ideal to sip when enjoying a charcuterie platter. The Vera Wang PARTY Prosecco Rose is pale pink, bordering on peach, with sublet floral aromas and undertones of red berries. It has a lively palate with ripe strawberry and raspberry notes. It is a wonderful wine to serve at your next brunch gathering.
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