Thanksgiving dinner is all about indulgence — rich flavors, comforting dishes, and lots of variety. The right wine can elevate every bite. Now that your menus are set, we’re here to help with curating your wine list! No dinner table is complete without delicious sips, so we’ve rounded up our picks to complement the diverse flavors of your holiday spread. Cheers!
Sparkling Wines: The Perfect Kickoff
When it comes to holiday gatherings, sparkling wine is always a crowd-pleaser. Not only does a bottle of bubbly make your meal feel special, but it’s also incredibly versatile and a great palate cleanser between courses. Our Lot 228 Cremant d’Alsace is dry, crisp, and refreshing sparkling wine–an ideal pairing for a charcuterie board or simply, a fun and festive toast.
Pinot Noir: Crowd-pleasing red wine
Pinot Noir is one of the most food-friendly red wines, and it’s especially perfect for Thanksgiving. With a light-to-medium body and vibrant fruitiness, it pairs beautifully with turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. We recommend Lot 160 Bourgogne Pinot Noir or Lot 137 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir — both offer balanced acidity, lively fruit and subtle tannins that won’t overwhelm your meal, making them easy to sip throughout the entire dinner.
Chardonnay + Riesling: Refreshing + Versatile
No Thanksgiving table is complete without a great bottle of white wine, and we recommend a mix of wines that will satisfy a range of tastes, from rich and oaky to crisp and refreshing. For a fuller, more elegant white, try Lot 130 Russian River Valley Chardonnay. Its balanced, oaked profile makes it a perfect match for turkey and creamy side dishes like mashed potatoes.
If you're looking for something with a bit of sweetness to complement the richness of the meal, Lot 66 Riesling is a fantastic choice. With bright acidity and flavors of apple, citrus, and a touch of honey, it pairs wonderfully with sweeter sides like green bean casserole, roasted sweet potatoes, or cranberry sauce. Riesling also balances well with spicier dishes or any rich, savory flavors that need a refreshing counterpart.
Beaujolais: Light, Fruity, and Food-friendly
We couldn’t end this list without talking about Beaujolais! This French red is a classic choice for Thanksgiving — light, fruity, and incredibly versatile. Lot 218 Beaujolais Villages is an easy-drinking red wine that pairs perfectly with turkey, stuffing, and even more indulgent sides like mashed potatoes and gravy. Its fresh, juicy character makes it a great wine to keep pouring all throughout the meal without overpowering any of the dishes.
Merlot: Smooth, Cozy, and Perfect with Roasted Veggies
For a red that brings comfort and warmth to the table, look no further than Lot 92 Merlot. Its plush dark fruit flavors and soft tannins make it an ideal match for roasted vegetables of all kinds — think caramelized Brussels sprouts, herb-roasted carrots, or a medley of squash and root veggies. The wine’s smooth texture complements the natural sweetness that roasting brings out, while its gentle structure won’t overpower the rest of your feast. It’s a pairing that feels effortlessly classic and wonderfully Thanksgiving.
Find all of these wines and more at your local 90+ Cellars retailer!