What to Drink with Your Turkey
by Julie Arnan
The Thanksgiving table spread can be tricky for wine pairing. All of that fruit, salt, and sugar, plus the various turkey preparations, means one size does not fit all. Dry white wines tend to fade in the presence of such seasoning. When going with a white wine, a little residual sugar is definitely your best friend. Think high-acid, low-alcohol, fruity wines — lighter-bodied reds; medium-bodied whites; and when in doubt, bubbles.