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Wine for the Holidays

Whether you're planning your holiday dinner, looking for a gift, or just want to try something new, these wines curated for the holidays will be a perfect addition.

Red Wine

Iris Vineyards Pinot Noir
2020
A prototypical Willamette Valley Pinot Noir from a small family producer, and at a very reasonable price. Medium-bodied, with nicely balanced elements of cranberry, singed alder leaf, rhubarb, cocoa nib, and raspberry.

Pair with grilled chicken or mushroom crostini

Lava Cap El Dorado Zinfandel
2019
This zesty Zinfandel is full-bodied, rich, and packs a punch. Soft tannins accompany notes of black plum sauce, clove, mocha, blackberry, and vanilla.

Pair with classic barbecue or eggplant tagine

Alvaro Palacios Camins del Priorat
2020
Priorat is one of the most highly regarded wine regions in Spain. This classic example is medium-full, fresh, and finely tannic. Notes of Lapin cherry, lavender pastille, Earl Grey tea, vanilla spice.

Pair with lentil soup or rib eye steak

Fall Line Winery Exhibition Red
2019
A harmonious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc makes this one of the best Bordeaux-style reds out of Washington State. Medium-bodied and framed by fine tannins, with notes of Bing cherry, kalamata, mineral, sage, and rose hip.

Pair with grilled steak or mushroom-stuffed bell peppers

White Wine

Michel Lynch Graves Blanc Reserve
2019
Combining both Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon from the French Graves region, this white blend has wide appeal. Succulent, with notes of white peach, vanilla wafer, lemon custard, and pear tart.

Pair with grilled salmon or asparagus in hollandaise

Diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay
2021
A crisp and clean Chardonnay from winemaker Greg Brewer. Medium-bodied and creamy, and fruit-forward, with notes of Meyer lemon, Opal apple, nectarine, and clover.

Pair with shellfish or lemon risotto

Sparkling Wine

Vita Vivet
NV
A prototypical Cava that's several notches above your entry-level version. Medium-bodied, clean, and bone-dry, with notes of lime leaf, white pepper, almond brioche, and lemon balm.

Pair with vegetable tempura or oysters

Caves Sao Joao Espumante Bruto Rose
2020
It's not often you find a sparkling wine from Portugal. This dry rosé shines on its own, bringing with it a soft, silky texture. Notes of thimbleberry, thyme, calendula, mustard seed, and a hint of yeast.

Pair with spicy Asian cuisine

Domaine Tissot Cremant du Jura
NV
This blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Poulsard, and Trousseau is the best sparkling wine we've tasted this year, easily rivaling genuine Champagne at half the cost. Dry, piquant, and generous with notes of raspberry, sourdough, Rainier cherry, fennel, almond, Honeycrisp apple, and mineral.

Pair with roasted ham or Caesar salad

Dessert Wine

Valdespino Pedro Ximenez Sherry El Candado
NV
This scrumptious fortified dessert wine comes from the Spanish Jerez region. Rich yet soft on the palate, with notes of fig, French roast coffee, plum, toffee, pipe tobacco, and walnut.

Pour over vanilla ice cream or pair with blue cheese

Wines for Thanksgiving

The Co-op’s annual mix and match wine sale runs November 16 through November 23, and it's a great time to stock up on wines for Thanksgiving and throughout the holidays. Our wine department has curated 12 beautiful wines for your entire Thanksgiving day, from watching a football game to serving dinner. We have also selected some lovely bottles that make great host gifts.

Wines to Accompany Your Thanksgiving Meal

J. Mourat Vin de Loire Blanc
2021
A medium weight white wine blend of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay from France’s Loire Valley. It is fresh and harmonious with tastes of pear, star anise, and apple. Its light notes are a wonderful accompaniment to Thanksgiving foods like turkey and mashed potatoes.

J. Mourat Vin de Loire Rouge
2021
The 2021 J. Mourat Vin de Loire Rouge is an easy-drinking blend of Cabernet Franc, Negrette, Gamay, and Pinot Noir from a certified organic vineyard. This wine has notes of Bing cherry, nutmeg, and blueberry. It is a midweight wine that pairs well with a traditional turkey meal.

COR Cellars Cabernet Franc
2021
An elegant and medium-bodied Cabernet from Eastern Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills. Its cherry, cocoa, and smokey notes will delight your Thanksgiving guests.

Wines That Everyone Will Enjoy

Borgo Alato Prosecco Extra Dry NV
The Borgo Alato is a refreshing, sparkling wine from Northern Italy. It has a delightful and complex bouquet with fruity notes reminiscent of peach and green apple. Serve it chilled as an opening toast or with dessert. Its price-point also makes it a great selection if you are serving mimosas or Aperol spritzes.

Elk Cove Estate Pinot Noir Rosé
2021
The Elk Cove Rosé is one of the most popular wines sold at the Co-op. This vintage is dry, medium in weight, and perfectly balanced. It has notes of refreshing nectarine, red currant, and Rainier cherry. It is a well-rounded wine that can accompany any course of your Thanksgiving meal.

Alois Lageder Schiava
2021
This extremely versatile wine hails from a vineyard in Italy’s Alto Adige region that is certified biodynamic and harmonious with nature. This is a chillable red, easy to drink, and will be a favorite for all your holiday guests. It is a medium weight with hints of strawberry, Rooibos tea, and pink peppercorn. Serve it as an opening wine and as your meal progresses.

Wines to Serve Before the Meal

Rodica Refosk Pet-Nat Saignee Rosé
2020
The 2020 Rodica Refosk Pet-Nat Saignee Rosé is a naturally made sparkling light red wine. It is a bright and refreshing wine that is best served chilled as an aperitif with charcuterie and cheese.

Kobal Sauvignon Blanc 'Roots'
2021
A delectable and singular Sauvignon Blanc from Slovenia’s Podravje region. The vineyard follows Slovenia sustainability guidelines and practices organic farming. The wine is zesty and textured with notions of grapefruit, sea breeze, lemongrass, lychee, and white pepper. It’s a wonderful opening wine for your Thanksgiving day and pairs with football finger foods.

Château d’Aqueria Tavel Rosé
2021
The Château d’Aqueria Tavel Rosé toes the line between a red and a rosé. It is a full-bodied wine with raspberry, tarragon, and cracked pepper. The vineyard is in the Southern Rhône AOC of Tavel and practices sustainable farming. This wine goes well with fruits, cheese, olives, and Mediterranean dips.

Wines to Gift to Your Host

Segura Viudas Reserva Heredad Cava
The Segura Viudas Reserva Heredad Cava Brut has lightly smoky opening aromas with touches of biscuit, and hints of honey and flower petals. The palate is excellent, fruity, and full of flavor, delivering a delightful sense of abundance. Its decorative bottle makes a unique gift for your host or a statement for your table.

Sixto Chardonnay 'Uncovered'
2019
The Sixto Chardonnay is a product of well-known Washington winemaker Charles Smith. This Washington old-vine Chardonnay pairs well with turkey, salmon, and aged cheeses — all things we enjoy on Thanksgiving.

Domaine Grégoire Hoppenot Fleurie 'Origines'
2020
This 2020 wine is labeled an “ideal Thanksgiving red” by the Co-op wine experts. It is grown in certified organic vineyards with indigenous yeast fermentation and minimal sulfur additions. It drinks like a Beaujolais. It is medium-bodied with seamless stony mineral, fresh raspberry, lavender, pink peppercorn, and lingonberry notes.

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