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Immediately after Halloween our thoughts turn to the impending holidays, and I begin to receive the question "What wine goes best with the traditional Thanksgiving dinner?" Every year I hear this question, and it's always a good one and fun to talk about. I did write about it last year, so much of what follows you've heard from me before. But for those of you perplexed by the many choices of wine for this special occasion, read on.
This question usually has two parts: what is the correct wine one should serve at Thanksgiving, and what wine is your personal favorite for special occasions?
Food and wine should complement each other, and there are many books and articles written about pairing wines with foods. But let's talk about this particular holiday and all the atmosphere and traditional foods that accompany it. We want a wine, or wines, that will add to the sights, aromas, warmth, and camaraderie of family and friends. We want to enhance the special spirit that...
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