Entertaining
7 Perfect Pairings For Your Next Holiday Get Together
Updated on November 21, 2024
The holidays are a time to reunite and celebrate with loved ones, usually with a glass of wine around the dinner table or a cozy fireplace. While wine is a favorite drink choice for holiday gatherings, not all wines are created the same. From beautiful and bold finishes to silky smooth flavors, find the perfect pairing for your next holiday gathering.
CedarCreek Estate Winery Home Block Pinot Noir
This Pinot Noir from CedarCreek Estate Winery, winner of WineAlign’s winery of the year, is a mix of young and older vines, making this wine bright and beautifully balanced. For those who seek new flavors —like squash crostini with whipped ricotta — your palate will be enhanced thanks to the exceptional notes of cherry, forest floor and raspberry.
Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
The award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon from Beringer is the perfect choice for your next holiday dinner, especially if meat-based dishes such as duck breast, Guinness-braised lamb shanks or beef tenderloin are on the menu. It’s a great way to experience the full, velvety texture of this well-balanced wine with its fresh aromas of berries and cassis.
Graham’s 10 Years Old Tawny Port
For those who love their desserts, look no further than Graham’s Tawny Port. With rich and mature fruit flavors this dessert wine is a great accompaniment to sweet pastries, anything chocolate, or a delectable crème brûlée. You can also enjoy it in place of dessert to finish off a satisfying evening.
Harveys Bristol Cream is a delicious silky, smooth sherry with a mellow sweetness. Enjoyed as an aperitif or after-dinner drink, this full-bodied wine complements soft, creamy cheeses, fruits and cakes. Serve chilled or over ice with an orange slice to experience the slightly nutty flavor.
Liquidity Dividend is a deep and elegant wine that offers an artisanal blend of juicy strawberry, licorice and fennel aromas, while notes of black cherry and raspberry leaf make for an enhanced experience. Whether your next social event is testing out a new chicken recipe for friends, a book club gathering or new music listening party, this bold wine is up to the task.
Mission Hill Family Estate Compendium Bordeaux, Legacy Collection
With an established heritage of over 40 years in winemaking and a five-time winner of the “Winery of The Year”, Okanagan’s Mission Hill Family Estate has a tried-and-true reputation. This Bordeaux blend is a favorite among those who enjoy a luscious wine that hosts a palate of dark fruit and dried herbs. A beautiful complement to any chicken or red meat dish.
Rodney Strong Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
Treat the foodie in your life with a wine that will complement complex flavors. Rodney Strong’s deep aromas of plum and brown sugar pair beautifully with a charcuterie board, mushroom risotto or a grilled pork tenderloin with a cherry compote. Just like a good meal, this pinot noir’s full body is best served to a full house.