5 Must-Have Wines for Thanksgiving

This is old-vine Gamay from Saint-Jean d'Ardieres, just outside Morgon. Approachable, fruity and fun, but serious enough to stand up to a turkey.

The Ferrari Coteaux Bourgignon is 70% Pinot Noir & 30% Gamay Noir; historically these Burgundian blends are known as Passetoutgrains. Crunchy fruit up front, earthy/savory notes on the mid-palate and a woodsy finish with a little bit of grippy tannins.

The grapes for this Côte-du-Rhône are from vineyards located just around Châteauneuf-du-Pape with a terroir of silicious clay. It's a blend of 80% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre. Vinification and maturation is in stainless steel vats followed by 10 months in the tank, which helps yield soft, silky tannins while preserving the fresh raspberry fruit aromas and flavors.

This Pinot Gris from Alsace has aromas of green apple and pear, with undertones of cinnamon and clove. It has a rounded mouthfeel and an acidic lift on the lingering finish. A perfect foil for your holiday table.

Oregon Chardonnay with citrus, lemon curd and minerals on the nose. Beautifully balanced on the palate, with a lovely acidity backed by vanilla, blossom, lemon oil and a touch of roasted pineapple and a long, clean, vibrant finish.