From Vineyard to Table: California Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner

Published on November 24, 2025 in Lifestyle

Thanksgiving is traditionally a celebration of gratitude for the year’s harvest and blessings. In the US, it commemorates early colonial harvest feasts and has evolved into a holiday focused on giving thanks, sharing a meal with loved ones, and appreciating community, family, and generosity.

As the date approaches, tables across the country are set to welcome traditions and seasonal flavors. For wine lovers, it’s also an opportunity to curate a selection of bottles to share with family and friends.

OUR SELECTION FOR THANKSGIVING PAIRINGS

Bubbles & Beginnings: Sparkling Wines for a Festive Aperitif

  1. Adulation – Sparkling Brut, freshly bottled! Offers bright, lively effervescence that makes it the ideal wine to open a festive evening and set an elegant tone for the dinner ahead.
  2. Grand Napa Vineyards – Sparkling Brut Rosé. With its vibrant mousse and refined berry notes, is a perfect choice for any celebration, bringing elegance and refinement.

Opening The Feast

  1. Jordan – Chardonnay 2023. Opens the meal with bright elegance, offering a vibrant tasting experience that pairs beautifully with a range of Thanksgiving starters.
  2. Lail Vineyards – Blueprint Sauvignon Blanc 2023. Brings crispness and expressive freshness to the glass, this Sauvignon Blanc offers a large choice of pairing options.

Main Course, California Style

  1. Grand Napa Vineyards – Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2019. Delivers rich, dark-fruited intensity with layers of blackberry, cassis, and cocoa, supported by supple tannins. The finish is long, warm, and structured.
  2. Blue Rock – Baby Blue 2021. Offers a silky, fruit-forward profile lifted by hints of spice and soft tannins for an approachable, polished finish.

The last but not the Least

  1. Wente Family Vineyards – RiverBank Riesling 2024. Offers bright green apple and lime aromas, crisp acidity, and a clean, refreshing finish. Pairs well with fruity desserts.
  2. Tudor Wines – Nacina IceWine 2014. Showcases rich notes of honeyed apricot and tropical fruits, with a balanced sweetness, making it a perfect pairing to creamy or chocolate desserts.

Cheers to a Thanksgiving filled with good wine & great food!

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