Happy Thanksgiving!  A wonderful time with family, friends, and traditions is in order – what a year!  I look forward to this day every year, and the time that follows.  This year, we are traveling out of town, but bringing homemade buttermilk biscuits and an assortment of wines for all to enjoy.  For those looking for recommendations to pair with the Thanksgiving spread, I recommend sparkling wine/Champagne, Sauternes, and Pinor Noir/Burgundy.  Go ahead, have three glasses and enjoy each one throughout the meal.

This year, I’m swapping out many of the French wines for American versions – this is Thanksgiving after all.  One of my favorite Oregon Pinot Noir estates is Eminent Domaine, so I’ll bring the 2016 Ribbon Ridge Estate Grown Pinot Noir.  Another one of my favorite sparkling wine produces is Iron Horse. This was the wine served at my wedding and the producers frequently release variations and themed blends.  This year, I’ll bring the 2012 Classic Vintage Brut.  Then, a bit untraditional for me, I’ll bring a sweet wine and what better than a Sauternes.  These wines benefit from long aging, but alas I have none left in the cellar so I’ll bring a 2013 Chateau La Fleur d’Or, which is a great value.  All of these wines will pair so very well with the savory, buttery, and sweet foods of Thanksgiving.  Cheers to a bounty, and to all of our blessings!