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Holiday dinner pairings…if you fret the challenge of finding the perfect pairing, you’re not alone. It’s daunting to think about what goes with what; turkey is sort of like chicken, so should I serve it with a Chardonnay? Can I serve the same wine with oyster dressing as I would a sausage dressing? What about smoked meats? Sauces? Candied yams? Pumpkin pie?

These decisions would make anyone go nuts. Holiday meals are usually so varied when it comes to flavor, texture, sweetness level, acidity and oil content that it’s almost impossible to find the perfect match as the combinations are endless. If you’re looking for a few really good versatile wines that will pair with a myriad of foods, check out my recommendations from the slideshow below. There’s bound to be a few wines you’ll love and your guests will be impressed with your wine-savvy knowledge.

If you’re having a large thanksgiving holiday party, my suggestion is to open many different wines and taste them with your holiday dishes to find what you like; these dishes scream for wine versatility, so make sure you have different styles on hand and ask your guests to bring a bottle of their choice. Experimentation is half the fun, so grab a glass and have a blast; and remember the golden rule: drink what you like!

…and until next time, be adventuresome: try some new varieties and find your next favorite wine.