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Thank you for taking the time to visit my site. Here, I talk about all things wine. I share some memories of the different vineyards I have visited and You will also find some food & and wine pairings. Every now and then I will also share some recipes for some delicious wine cocktails.

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XOXO, Smiling Danny        WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

 

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Wine Pairing Wednesday: Thanksgiving Menu

Wine Pairing Wednesday: Thanksgiving Menu

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? I know I am. This week I thought I would give some wine pairing ideas for some of our most traditional dishes, spices, and desserts. And for those of you who are Vegetarian or Pescatarian, I added some Fish options as well.

  • Sauvignon Blanc
    • Meat: Chicken, Turkey
    • Seafood: Scallops, Oysters
    • Vegetable: Asparagus
    • Herb/Spice/Sauce: Chives
    • Dessert: Sorbet, Key Lime Pie
  • Chardonnay
    • Meat: Chicken, Pork Loin
    • Seafood: Halibut, Shrimp, Crab
    • Vegetable: Potatoes, Squash
    • Herb/Spice/Sauce: Cream
    • Dessert: Dessert Breads, Vanilla Pudding
  • Riesling
    • Meat: Duck
    • Seafood: Sea Bass, Trout
    • Dessert: Apple Pie
  • Pinot Noir
    • Herb/Spice/Sauce: Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Clove
  • Syrah
    • Herb/Spice/Sauce: Sage
    • Dessert: Rhubarb Pie
  • Zinfandel
    • Fruit: Cranberries
    • Dessert: Carrot Cake

Smiling Danny’s Menu Pairing:

Turkey with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy with a side of Squash and Green beans.

Pairing: Chardonnay

Dessert: Carrot Cake paired with a glass of Zinfandel.

Smiling Danny’s Vegetarian/Pescatarian Option:

Blackened Halibut with Cranberry Stuffed Acorn Squash.

Pairing: Zinfandel

Dessert: Apple Pie paired with a glass of Riesling.

Well Smileys, I hope you find this helpful as you are planning your menu’s and planning what to bring to family and friend gatherings. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families.

Salu’d, XOXO, Smiling Danny

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