A typical Thanksgiving meal is fairly easy for wine matching. Pick your favorites: Bubblies, Whites, Rose's and Reds all will work. There are a few wines, though, that you probably should avoid. Big young domestic Cabernet and Syrah and big Nebbiolo based wines like Barolo and Barbaresco will likely overpower your turkey, no matter how you prepare it. And most Sauvignon Blancs with their strong citrus and grassy notes and high acidity will definitely clash with the savory, earthy flavors in the meal.
Some personal favorites:
White: Riesling from Alsace or Mosel and Bubblies, especially Champagne
Red: Pinot Noir, Beaujolais Cru and Southern Rhone, especially Chateauneuf du Pape
Happy Thanksgiving!
Tom
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