Seaboard Staff
Thanksgiving Picks
As we slowly plod our way toward a more "normal" holiday season,
the staff at Seaboard
Wine is looking forward to spending time with friends and
family. Check out some of our
favorite wines we will be enjoying this Thanksgiving day
(in moderation, of course!):
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Chateau Pierre Bise Cremant de Loire “NON DOSÉ”
2020; Loire Valley, France ($22.99)
Looking
for a versatile sparkler that can carry you through
an entire Thanksgiving feast? 100% Chenin Blanc from
the Savennieres region, this wine provides a mineral
elegance and bright acidity making it perfect as an
aperitif, yet rich and complex enough to stand up to
main course side dishes. Ripe apple and spice on the
palate provides complimentary flavors to your
dessert courses as well!
Bodega Chacra “Barda” Pinot Noir 2021; Patagonia,
Argentina ($35.99)
Pinot
Noir is the quintessential one-size-fits-all
Thanksgiving red wine which pairs perfectly with any
protein served. This stunner with Burgundian like
character is elegant, with dried red fruit
character, forest floor, and bit of cedar and spice.
Light to medium bodied, and low alcohol, it will
compliment rather than overwhelm your meal!
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Stolpman Vineyards 'Estate Syrah' Syrah 2020;
Ballard Canyon, Santa Barbara County, California
($35.99)
Stolpman is a benchmark for Syrah within California
- integral to the formation of the Ballard Canyon
AVA. This terroir resembles the Rhone Valley with an
ideal limestone soil and windswept valley. The
typicity is a joy to try alongside our fantastic
selection of North Rhones! Dark, juicy fruit and a
rich structure of smooth tannins. Pairing: Ideal for
brisket, burgers (blue cheese), but playful enough
to enjoy on its own!
Vinzas Artas 'Nigheddu'
Cannonau 2020; Mamoiada, Barbagia, Sardinia, Italy
($39.99)
This Cannonau is a true gem of our new additions.
You may be more familiar with its synonymous name
Grenache—we are confident this is a bold Italian for
the Rhone or CA palate! An abundance of plush red
fruit and savory herbs make this a wonderful pairing
for dynamic holiday meals. Beautifully fine and
powdery tannins. Yum. Pairing: Aged cheeses, red
meats, earthy miso dishes, rice and chorizo
dishes—or just a cozy fireplace.
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Nervi-Conterno, Rosé 2021; Gattinara, Piedmont,
Italy ($34.99)
The only
rosé on the staff pick list, it will pair perfectly
with your entire Thanksgiving turkey meal! Made of
100% Italian Nebbiolo, this rosé has enough fruit
and structure to be a delicious dinner companion.
Pair with your appetizers through your entire meal!
Cheers!
Elia Palazzesi, Sangiovese 2019; Montalcino,
Tuscany, Italy ($24.99)
Not
everyone has turkey for Thanksgiving! If your meal
tends to be a bit heavier, this declassified Italian
Brunello will be perfect. Nice fruit with good
structure, like good Italian wines, it pairs well
with game and roasts. I drink this year round, but
wanted to share for the holidays! Cheers! |
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Lingot Martin,
Sparkling Rosé, NV; Bugey-Cerdon, France ($23.99)
This cheerful bottle of Sparkling Rose is 100% Gamay!
It is bright, light and refreshing. Notes of crunchy
red berries and baking spices make this the
cranberry to your turkey. Perfect pairing with your
Holiday meals!
Domaine Servin
'Selection Masasale', Chardonnay 2020; Chablis,
Burgundy, France ($35.99)
This lovely Chablis 100% Chardonnay will not
disappoint you with its complex notes of green
apple, white flowers and lime. The finish is a
holiday party for the tastebuds with its silkiness
and minerality. Another perfect pairing with your
Holiday meal!
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Maison Angelot Gamay
2020; Marignieu, Bugey, France ($21.99)
The
only problem with this wine is the first bottle
disappears too quickly. A perfect wine for before,
during, or after your holiday meal. Sure to be a
crowd pleaser this holiday season. Best served with
a slight chill, great by itself or light appetizers.
Domain Saint Damien
'Le Blanc' White Blend 2020; Rhone Valley, France
($23.99)
This is a super versatile wine! Great with turkey
and all the accoutrements of your holiday meal.
Roasted white meat or braised fish dishes.
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Hermann Moser Grüner Veltliner “Karmeliterberg”
2020; Kremstal, Austria
($20.99)
This classic Grüner is produced from the Gebling
vineyard - a significant hill north of the village
of Rohrendorf in Kremstal. Gebling refers to the
golden yellow soil known for producing exceptional
and spicy Grüner Veltliners. It is a full style with
tropical and citrus fruit, showing typical prickly
and peppery notes and a crisp spicy finish, which
will pair well with our Thanksgiving starter course
of Charcuterie, assorted seafood appetizers and
marinated vegetables.
Bodegas Val Sotillo “Finca Buenavista” Tempranillo
2018; Ribera del Duero, Spain
($21.99)
Our Thanksgiving entrée this year is a bit off the
beaten path – roasted beef tenderloin with rosemary
potatoes and ginger/honey carrots, so we wanted a
wine to pull all those flavors together. Val Sotillo
is crafted by Ismael Arroyo, who was instrumental in
establishing Ribera del Duero as a D.O. in 1982. His
organically farmed 90+ year old vineyards sit atop
kilometers of 16th century caves snaking underneath
the estate. The Finca Buenavista is 100% Tempranillo
fermented in tank and aged in French and American
oak barrels for 6 months. The result is a beautiful
expression of the grape and terroir with floral
violet, lilac and deep blue fruit aromas. The palate
is layered with dense plum fruit, black licorice,
spice and sandalwood, followed by a finish laced
with spice and a touch of smoke. There is just the
right amount of tannin and acidity to give the wine
an elusive balance of freshness, fruit and
complexity. If you are thinking of beef, lamb or
game for Thanksgiving, this could be the wine to
enjoy.
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 Beaujolais
Nouveau Has Arrived!
Fresh, fruity and food friendly. Always one of our favorite
wines for Thanksgiving
Pierre-Marie Chermette "Griottes" Beaujolais Rosé Primeur
2022 - Most
of our Rosé wines are sold out until next vintage, so this
beautiful Beaujolais arrived just in time for the holidays!
Chermette was among the first in the region to practice
sustainable farming techniques and the extra labor and
expense show in every bottle. This is a delightful Rosé with
light floral and red berry aromas, ripe round strawberry and
cherry fruit with a touch of spice and crisp acidity on the
long finish. An excellent selection for your Thanksgiving
table, and will pair nicely with everything from fish to
fowl; but alas, only a few cases are left to be had.
($16.99)
Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais "Origine" Vieilles Vignes
2022; 750ml or 1.5 liter magnum
- The
Best Beaujolais Nouveau Is Here! Pierre-Marie Chermette's
Nouveau Vieille Vignes is a Beaujolais enjoyed in France’s
finest cafés and bistros - this is not the stuff end-capped
at the local grocery or chain store. The first grower to
produce Nouveau from old vines, hand picked fruit from his
35-85 year old sustainably farmed vineyards, aged one month
in neutral oak and bottled unfiltered to retain all the
fruit and complexity of the grapes. Surprisingly full and
ripe with red & black fruit, bright tannins, violet notes
and a touch of dark spice. Pairs well with oven roasted
birds as well as roasted pork, rib roasts or spicy seared
tuna. Available in 750ml bottles and 1.5 liter magnums - the
magnum bottle will look (and taste) quite impressive on your
holiday table! ($18.99/750ml or $44.99/1.5 liter magnum).
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