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Great Wines For Thanksgiving

Great Wines For Thanksgiving

Turkey Day is only a couple days away now.  I’ve had TONS of customers asking me what pairs best with turkey.  So let’s get to it.  There are some classic pairings, and some more modern pairings.  But ultimately, the best match depends upon how you prepare your turkey. I prefer to brine the turkey for two days in a Riesling brine, and then roast the bird.  I have been cooking the family turkey for years, and this is my...

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2009 Beaujolais Nouveau Arrives

2009 Beaujolais Nouveau Arrives

It’s that time of year!  On the third Thursday of November, Beaujolais Nouveau is released.  While it’s not a huge deal in the US, it is a big celebration in France.  It marks the end of harvest, and the coming of a new growing season.  There’s only a short period of time where winemakers get to rest between vintages, as soon it will be time to head back into the vineyards, and begin vineyard maintenance once...

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