Thanksgiving is a season for gathering with loved ones and, of course, savoring delicious meals. As you prepare for your Thanksgiving feast, consider incorporating these Champagne and Burgundy wines to enrich your dining experience. All are made by family winemakers who focus on small-batch artisan vinification and sustainable, organic farming.
The celebratory nature of Champagne and the sophistication of Burgundy will not only enhance the flavors on your table but also contribute an elevated festive element to your celebration. Cheers to a delightful and harmonious Thanksgiving!
Champagne
Champagne Pascal Lejeune ‘Cuvée Metonymie’ Trois Cepages
Tasting Notes: This assemblage of Old vines is 54% Meunier, 34% Chardonnay, and 12% Pinot Noir. It is an excellent aperitif to start the meal and pairs perfectly with salads and lighter starters. It has a delicate floral aroma and hints of brioche and has great structure and minerality on the palate.
Thanksgiving Pairing: This adaptable Champagne pairs nicely with salads with shavings of crisp fennel and vinaigrette. Also, consider serving with smoked salmon or prosciutto and other special occasion canapes.
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Champagne Pierre Deville ‘Primitif’ by Alban Corbeaux
Tasting Notes: Champagne from Grand Cru Verzy terroir. 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay. Balanced with the subtle aroma of citrus and red fruits but very dry with toasty notes.
Pairing: The complexity of this Champagne makes it an excellent complement to a rustic bread stuffing, roasted Brussels sprouts, and, of course, turkey.
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Adrien Renoir 2020 “Les Epinettes” Grand Cru Champagne
Tasting Notes: Refined and elegant Blanc de Blanc from a prized family vineyard in Verzy. Dry and mineral with a complexity appropriate for special occasions
Pairing: A luxurious choice that enhances decadent dishes such as creamy potatoes and turkey with gravy.
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Du Grappin 2022 Vezelay Blanc
Tasting Notes: A lively Chardonnay with crisp acidity and a hint of minerality.
Pairing: This dish is perfect for buttery mashed potatoes and green bean casserole, providing a delightful contrast to richer flavors.
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Domaine Charlopin Tissier 2022 Aligote
Tasting notes: This wine has elegant aromas of citrus, green apple, and white flowers. It has excellent minerality and is very enjoyable and drinkable.
Pairing: Great acidity to cut through rich foods that will appear on the Thanksgiving table and go great with cheese courses and charcuterie.
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Domaine Buisson Battault et Fils 2021 Puligny Montrachet ‘Les Charmes’
Tasting Notes: An elegant, special occasion wine with delicate mineral notes and white flowers.
Pairing: It beautifully complements turkey and decadent dishes like foie gras and a variety of fine cheeses, making it an excellent choice for a Thanksgiving meal.
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Du Grappin 2021 Côte de Brouilly
Tasting Notes: This very drinkable, spicy Beaujolais has notes of dark red fruits and retains acidity and balance. A versatile red that will be enjoyed by all.
Pairing: This light-bodied Gamay pairs perfectly with turkey and vegetables, enriching the overall flavor without overwhelming the palate.
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Mark Haisma 2022 Gevrey-Chambertin
Tasting Notes: Good structure with Bright red fruit flavors, savory undertones, and floral hints. You will not go wrong with this delicious Gevrey at the table.
Pairing: This balanced pinot pairs well with turkey and more decadent vegetable dishes like mushrooms and potatoes, enriching the overall flavor without overwhelming the palate.
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Magnum – Domaine Charlopin-Tissier 2019 Marsannay “Le Chapitre”
Bring out the big guns for your large family gathering!
Tasting notes: Elegant and smooth palate with fine tannins, subdued cherry and raspberry with refreshing acidity.
Pairing: It goes perfectly with roasted, well-seasoned turkey, creamy mushroom dishes, and other decadent Thanksgiving side dishes.
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