Friday, November 21, 2014

Best Wines for Thanksgiving

The count down is on, Thanksgiving is only a few days away! Ancona's has everything you need to make it memorable. I've included a few tips and staff picks in this e-mail to help you choose the best wines for your big meal. We'll be sampling some of these turkey-friendly wines at Ancona's Thanksgiving Tasting Extravaganza. You do not want to miss this sensational opportunity to taste our collection of festive white, red, and sparkling wines. Here are the details:

Ancona's Tasting Extravaganza
Saturday, November 22, 3pm - 6pm
Wednesday, November 26, 4pm - 7pm
Ancona's Wines in Ridgefield & Wilton
 


Don't have time to shop? Take advantage of our personal shopping service. Drop off your menu and we will put together a custom case of wine or beer to suit your needs. Please e-mail jackie@anconaswines.com for more details.

Ancona's Wines & Liquors will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 27) to allow our staff well deserved time to spend with family and friends. Please note our holiday hours below:
Monday, November 24
Ridgefield 8:30am-8:00pm, Wilton 9:00am-8:00pm
Tuesday, November 25
Ridgefield 8:30am-8:00pm, Wilton 9:00am-8:00pm
Wednesday, November 26
Ridgefield 8:30am-8:00pm, Wilton 9:00am-8:00pm
Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving)
Ridgefield & Wilton - CLOSED


When matching wine with your Thanksgiving meal look for something that pairs well with a wide range of flavors. Sparkling wines are wonderful on their own or paired with hors d'oeuvres. 
 

Argyle Brut
Louvetrie Brut Atmospheres
Mercat Cava Brut Nature 

When looking for a white to pair with your Thanksgiving feast, balance is key. Try to avoid whites that are too light or too oaky. Gravitate toward wines that are refreshing, tangy, and fruity. If your palate favors a hint of sweetness, try a bottle of Chenin Blanc or Riesling.

If red wines are more your style, try Pinot Noir or Gamay. Their balanced acidity and generous fruit make these varietals especially food-friendly. If you prefer heartier reds, try Zinfandel or a Syrah/Grenache blend. These bold varietals have the complexity to stand up to savory Thanksgiving dishes and will not overpower the rest of the meal.

And for the beer lovers out there we recommend picking up a bottle of Vicaris Tripel Gueuze. A solid choice for Thanksgiving, it is a richly sweet, almost honeyed Tripel made dry and crisp with a complex tannic character by perfectly balanced blending with Gueuze.
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