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Chef Aaron Meneghelli

Thanksgiving Pairings

by Executive Chef Aaron Meneghelli

Thanksgiving is a holiday of abundance—a celebration of flavors, traditions, and togetherness.
To elevate your holiday table, Executive Chef Aaron Meneghelli shares his curated wine selections
designed to complement every dish, from light fare to rich, savory classics.

“What I love about Thanksgiving is the bounty—everything being on the table at once,
from roasted turkey to squash, cranberries, and gravy. It’s the perfect occasion to enjoy
balanced, versatile wines that offer endless pairing potential.”
– Chef Aaron Meneghelli

 

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Style: Enjoy 15% off Chef Aaron’s Thanksgiving wine selections,
plus ground shipping included on orders of $300 or more.

Order by November 18 to ensure delivery in time for the holiday.

CHEF’S PICKS FOR A FLAVORFUL FEAST

The Opener:
2023 Monte Rosso Vineyard
Sémillon

“Thanksgiving is a meal with so much variety, and opening with Sémillon
is always a good choice. With its perfect balance of weight and acidity,
it’s a versatile white that complements everything from turkey to sides, making it a great pairing not just to start but to carry you through
the entire feast.”

Perfect with Thanksgiving’s lighter fare, our Sémillon combines vibrant layers of quince, white nectarine, and honeysuckle with refreshing acidity.

2023 Monte Rosso Vineyard Semillon

2021 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

For Your Spread:
2021 Monte Rosso Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon

“This is maybe our most food-friendly wine—its inviting notes of spice and bright fruit are perfectly adaptable to Thanksgiving dishes. Balanced acidity and medium tannins make for a nice complement to the whole meal.”

A true centerpiece wine, the Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon shines with versatility. Its vibrant notes of red currant, dark cherry, and cocoa harmonize with Thanksgiving staples like stuffing, roasted vegetables, and turkey.

Rich Depth for the Main Event:
2021 Mount Veeder
Cabernet Sauvignon

“The darker fruit notes in Mount Veeder, like blueberry and cooked cranberry, are a natural fit for Thanksgiving entrées and sides—especially for dark meat lovers. For those reaching for the turkey leg, Mount Veeder is the call.”

When the richer dishes take center stage, Mount Veeder Cabernet steps up with bold complexity. Its deep flavors of blackberry, cranberry, and cardamom enhance the savory richness of dark turkey meat, roasted squash, and hearty gravy. Every sip offers depth and finesse, creating memorable pairings for your holiday table.

2021 Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon

2016 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Magnum Spotlight:
2016 Monte Rosso Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon

“For big celebrations, there’s nothing like a big bottle on the table.
A magnum is ideal for Thanksgiving— not just for its size, but for
the communal experience it creates. Monte Rosso in magnum form
is a Thanksgiving showstopper.”

Monte Rosso Cabernet in its 1.5L format ensures there’s plenty to share while adding an impressive touch to your table. Its rich aromas of red currant and cherry cobbler, paired with the palate’s cassis and cocoa-dusted truffle, make it the ultimate pairing for roasted turkey and all the trimmings.

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