Wine Down Thursday: Crystal’s Thanksgiving Picks!
November 12 from 6 to 7:30pm
Sampler: $20/person

Welcome to the third installment of our wine staff's Thanksgiving picks! This time, it's Crystal's turn to share three wines that capture the flavors of the holiday and the joy of celebrating together.

She skips the obvious picks in favor of lesser-known bottles, bringing a few unexpected discoveries to the Thanksgiving table. They may not be the ones you’d usually reach for, and that’s exactly why you’ll want to taste them.

Grab a glass and join us as we explore Crystal's picks. You have to try them!

Featured Wines:
2024 Birgit Eichinger Zöbing Riesling
Founded in 1992 by Birgit Eichinger, this mother-and-daughter-run estate produces award-winning wines in Austria’s Kamptal region. Its Zöbing Riesling is an elegant expression of Kamptal DAC, showcasing the purity and freshness of fruit from vineyards around the village. Delicate stone-fruit aromas lead into a juicy palate with lively acidity and a mineral finish. Its mouthwatering character makes it an appealing choice for rich roast turkey served alongside tart cranberry sauce.

2025 Mersel Wine Jaffa Crush
This carbonic orange wine from Lebanon blends 70% indigenous Merwah from vines over 150 years old with 30% Muscat from younger vines. The Merwah ferments on its skins for 10 days before being pressed into an amphora containing whole Muscat berries. A further 10 days of carbonic fermentation follows, after which the wine is left to undergo malolactic fermentation. The result is a vibrant, textured amber wine with ripe citrus, apricot, and floral notes. Bold and complex, Jaffa Crush stands up to rich gravies and complements the earthy sweetness of roasted root vegetables.

2025 Azienda Agricola Sottimano Matè
From Piedmont, Italy, this dry red is made from 100% Brachetto grown on sandy soils. After 20 days of fermentation and skin maceration, followed by eight months in stainless steel, Matè is bottled unfined and unfiltered. It offers an expressive bouquet of wild roses and strawberries, with bright acidity and subtle spicy and saline notes on the finish. A versatile choice for the Thanksgiving table, it complements a wide range of dishes without overwhelming them.