Top 10 Wines for Your Thanksgiving Table

Everybody has a suggestion. Is this what we're thankful for? Mass confusion when faced with a roasted bird? I know how the news cycle works and I know the best way to get attention is to be outlandish, which probably explains why every year there is a new "best" wine for Thanksgiving.

Come on folks, the menu hasn't changed in years! Thanksgiving should be about sharing the day with friends and family, and the quintessential All-American comfort foods. The bottom line is that the wine you like is the best wine for your Thanksgiving but, in case you are searching through all the options, I thought this would be a good time break down some of the classic pairings for Thanksgiving.

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Comments

[biodieselvw]

01:17 PM on 11/22/2010

Ha, what a waste of a list. I was hoping for actual wine recommendations, not "chardonnay"

[AlexVonHussein]

12:47 PM on 11/22/2010

There many lovely wines out there . Its courageous to venture in to unknown wines but this list does just that, a break from the usual. http://www.hospitality-consultancy.com/

[captainkennedy]

05:17 PM on 11/19/2010

All good choices.The wonderful thing about a Thanksgiving meal is that you can drink almost anything and it will work due to all the different flavors.
The main part which I think you missed - is that folks should try to drink local. Many wineries around the country make their own versions of Chardonnay, Riesling and others. Stay close to home this holiday and drink local wine!

[mellene]

12:06 PM on 11/19/2010

Instead of Beaujolais Noveau look for an older Cru Beaujolais (more like a pinot noir/burgundy style).

[deweydecimal]

03:45 PM on 11/18/2010

Argentine malbecs would be my choice.

[goodtravellife]

03:06 PM on 11/18/2010

It's nice to see different wines getting reviews instead of the usual chardonnay (which was mentioned) and cabernet sauvignon.

Another suggestion: Go international. Many wine regions around the world are known specifically for a certain varietal. Ex: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, France- Champagne, Germany- Riesling, Spain- Tempranillo, Italy- Barolo, Argentina- malbec.

[Jewels23]

01:09 PM on 11/18/2010

Just an FYI -- this article got me looking around for some real recommendations (I will be having 28 people for Thanksgiving -- and I discovered that the Wine Spectator is offering free access to its site from Nov. 15 to 28.

I also am going to start a new tradition and buy a case of good wine that I will age -- but open one bottle every year on Thanksgiving (saw that idea on a wine blog)

[Nick Yannias]

12:01 PM on 11/18/2010

Do the writers of this article know anyone who could give beer suggestions? I'm not much of a wine drinker and I'm a bit tired of IPAs for Thanksgiving.

[Colin Sterling]

05:39 PM on 11/18/2010

We'll have some great Thanksgiving beer recs soon on HuffPost Food!

[Adam Sheets]

06:45 PM on 11/19/2010

How about whiskey? I only drink beer or wine when the whiskey is gone.

[heboprotagonist]

03:52 PM on 11/23/2010

Check out Sam Smith's Nut Brown Ale or Winter Welcome Ale. The Nut Brown is a classic, while the Winter Welcome is that same ale with hints of ginger and allspice.
Odell's India Barleywine is a full bodied beer with enough flavor (and alcohol 9.7%) to stand up to the savory flavors of T-day dinner. Lastly, Big Sky Brewing Co.'s Powderhound Winter Ale is a less expensive option that can be enjoyed all afternoon. It's perfect for both dinner at the table and watching the games from the couch.

Hey HP, maybe I should be writing your Holiday Beer Guide.

[LaurieAnn]

04:04 PM on 11/23/2010

I luuuuuuuuv Sam Smith's Nut Brown Aie.  :-)

[Moose49]

08:42 AM on 11/18/2010

Chinon. Tastes great with everything.

[winias]

08:17 AM on 11/18/2010

Ok bummer......I was expecting more than a listing of the most popular varietals on the shelves for the past thousand years.

[Jewels23]

08:11 AM on 11/18/2010

Come on guys -- a little more advice/info if you bother with a section labeled Top 10 wines for your Thanksgiving Table.

You can't just say buy some red and a little white wine. I think that is the starting point where people want some advice.

[Palmerhusky]

04:57 AM on 11/18/2010

i like the good old fashioned red wine myself. white if im eating a fish dish.

[CDMblizz]

03:07 AM on 11/18/2010

I'm surprised you don't have Conundrum...delicious and unique California table wine. Perfect wine for thanksgiving...along with Riesling and Pinot Gris:)

[robllawrence]

12:54 AM on 11/18/2010

Gewurztraminer. Light and spicy, perfect for turkey, ham, apples, peaches and most rich foods. How could they miss it?

[booond]

02:21 AM on 11/18/2010

Correct.

[badwalrus]

03:46 AM on 11/18/2010

Gewurz is a great choice, and so is Viognier.

[PelePele10]

12:21 AM on 11/18/2010

Nothing says Thanksgiving proper without wine in box!!!

[leajazz]

03:59 AM on 11/18/2010

LOL,fave.