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dishes. I prefer the ancient vine Zins since the older the vine keep you in the holiday spirit. When pairing dessert wine
the richer the wine. But beware. The alcohol content in Zin with desserts, remember, the wine should be a tad sweeter
is high, so don’t become too uncorked! than the dessert itself. Aged wines made from white grapes
and late harvest Rieslings go well with pies and fruit-based
What about the veggie and herb-laced casseroles and
greens? Opt for an herby Sauvignon Blanc, or white desserts. But if you are stuffed and cannot eat another bite,
you can always drink your dessert by having a Port instead.
Bordeaux. As far as other white wine choices to compliment
your meal, avoid oaky chardonnays and opt Mind you , I have listed a number of different wines for
for an Unoaked Chardonnay or a French Chablis. Thanksgiving, but you don’t have to consume all of them
during one sitting. The choices above offer you and your
If you cannot decide between red or white options, Rosés
are very flexible wines with food since Rosés are dry, crisp guests some options that will enhance your dining
experience. These are wines I always have handy for
and chilled like a white but are made from red grapes like
Pinot Noir, Grenache and Syrah. Rosés achieve that Thanksgiving. Or, If I were to be invited to your house,
these are what I would bring. (Hint, hint!) Have a wonderful
beautiful blushing color from the red wine grape skins
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staying in contact briefly until optimal color is achieved.
Choose a Rosé from Provence if you like them dry and crisp. About the Author: Donna grew up in the wine distribution and
Sparkling Rosés are also a festive way to start the gathering.
import business and sold wine for a number of years early in
At the end of your feast and if you still have room for her career. A resident of the Las Olas Isles, she still studies
dessert, no need to cork the wine just yet. Dessert wines will wine today….one sip at a time!

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