 Bird
Vino
By John W. Schultz
Turkey, Turkey, Turkey, everyone loves Turkey.
Sometimes it's tough to pick just the right wine that will go with
sweeter meats such as Turkey. Generally medium dry whites
and lighter, softer, reds are your best bet.
In the white category my favorite sweeter style is
Gewurztraminer. It's floral nose and fruity-spicy flavors meld
nicely with our favorite bird. On the drier side, Pinot Gris can
be a good choice, provided it is not oaked. Bridgeview winery
makes a very nice one from Oregon for around $12. Voignier? Most
certainly yes!
For those of you who must drink red, then careful choices must
be made indeed. A perennial Thanksgiving favorite is Beaujolais
Nouveau; fresh, lush and fruity. The original French version will
be available soon after November 15. Some quality California
versions will be available sooner. Syrah and Southern Rhone wines
can fit the bill for your bird, provided they are made in a soft
and fruity style, generally these can be found under $10.
Want to experiment? Try a Washington State Lemberger. White
Zinfandel? If you must (grandma loves it), better yet, try a dry
Rosé!
Of course, if all else fails to entice, go for Champagne, it's
always great!
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