November
2007
Thanksgiving: The Best of Times / The Worst of Times0
Here we are again. Thanksgiving, arguably the feast of the year. Turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed potato and a vegetable that I will only pick at. Yes, the best of times.
Picking the wine…problem. I’ve heard and read nearly every grape/blend with the possible exception of Barolo nominated for the best Thanksgiving choice. If you think I’m kidding, check out Natalie MacLean’s fantastic “Food and Wine Matcher” . Then go to the drop down menu and have some fun. OK, it’s not the worst of times, but…
I love wine. I love wine with food. However, Thanksgiving presents a dilemma. Do you choose a wine that pairs with the bird, the gravy or the stuffing? Are they mutually exclusive? The bird is not blessed with a strong flavor. A bold wine will certainly overpower it. Then should you choose a light bodied? The stuffing and the gravy will overpower the wine. Perhaps a nice medium bodied red. Yes, I think that’s what we’ll go with this year. A 2005 Chateau La Pierre Levee from the Cotes de Castillion. Yes, it will be tight, but 30 minutes of decanting should do it.
What was your choice???
