What to enjoy with turkey? What about the perfect pie pairing? My panel of 16 judges tried hundreds of wines and ciders blindly this year together with local fresh roasted turkey to see what really goes. Here are this years top picks for Thanksgiving. Included are brief descriptions of the wine from some of the judges. *Cheers*
Cider
Sonoma Cider, The Hatchet, Apple Cider $9.99 12 oz Four Pack, $5.99 22oz Single; SRP Lively, Complexly Yummy, Apple-y, Bright, Delicious, Awesome
2014 Niner Wine Estates, Albariño, Edna Valley $20. SRP Magical Minerality, Young White Peach, Turkey Perfect, Great Texture, Melon, Floral, Mango, Long Finish
2013 Lone Madrone, La Mezcla Roja $30. SRP Brambly, Seductive, Spicy, Berry-licious, Velvety Balanced, Rich Plums, Tantalizingly Terrific, Unique
Dessert Wine
2013 Schug, Late Harvest Riesling, Lake Co $30 SRP Apricot, Peach, Petrol, Seductive, Juicy Acidity, Honeyed Apple, Spicey Pear
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2013 Ferrari-Carano, El Dorado Noir, Russian River Valley $30 SRP Black and Red Raspberries, Spice, Sweet Rose Blossom, Dark Cocoa, Bing Cherries, Scrumptious