Plus discover the no.
1 wine pairing rule to follow whether youre enjoying something sweet or savory.
Here at TeamBHG, were firm believers that every dish thats part of the feast deserves respect.
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And just between us, we happen to think we save the best for last: pie.
Read on to learn how to celebrate the entire holiday feast in good spiritsand in good taste.
But Chris Dunaway, wine director at The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado suggests trying something new.
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Thanksgiving is a marathon, not a sprint.
Why not take your palate on a little detour when the pies come out?
Sweet and savory flavors need different balancing acts, Dunaway explains.
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Its a lively switch-up to finish the meal on a high note!
A well-chosen wine should create harmony without overpowering any one note.
These have been carefully selected by our panel of sommeliers to help make planning your final course stress-free.
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So much emphasis is placed on pairing that sometimes our own tastes and preferences are ignored.
Above all, drink a wine that you like on its own.
Chances are high that youll enjoy it as a Thanksgiving pie wine pairing, too.
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Austad describes late-harvest Riesling as offering just the right honeyed depth to balance the earthy winter squash.
Forpecan pie, a dessert wine like Tawny Port does that with style.
The acidity cuts through the sweetness, and those subtle berry notes play nicely with cinnamon and caramel flavors.
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The tart, juicy flavor of the pie filling begs for something equally lively, Austad says.
Serve it chilled to accent thisfruit piein style.
This medium-bodied red wine balances the pies tartness without adding sweetness, enhancing its complexity, Jones says.
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But once again, a dessert wine comes in clutch.
With natural sweetness, low alcohol, and a refreshing spritzy quality, Moscato d' Asti pairs beautifully.
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