which wine to pair with turkey?

[rubysage]

I am hosting my first thanksgiving, and while I enjoy wine, I'm no expert.
What is a good match for oven roasted turkey? I will be brining the turkey with a citrus and herb mix.

Any specific recommendations for around $30-40 a bottle?

Thanks!

[ibstatguy]

for future reference, my rose of pinot noir from Dehlinger went great with the meal yesterday

[Bill Hunt]

Thanks for mentioning that wine. During our T'giving dinner, two guests were asked to bring a Tavel Rosé. They were unfamiliar with well-made Rosés, and had a bunch of questions on them, after tasting the Tavels. I mentioned several, including some domestics, usually Grenache. When I came to the PN Rosé, that I liked, I was totally blank. Of course, their interest picked up, but I was still blank. Now, I can call to say that my memory has been "refreshed," thanks to your post.

Hunt

[ibstatguy]

I've had some terrific Marsannay rose, also PN but I am really enjoying the Dehlinger...should have bought as much as I could get my hands on

Best, Tony

[domaine547]

I agree you can stay in the $20 and under zone and do very well...for reds I think Loire Cab Francs and Cru Beaujolais go very well. For whites, try the Loire Valley again with dry Chenin Blanc.

[alkapal]

gerwurtztraminer, unoaked, dry.
http://winebrats.org/education/variet...

agree with others, i would spend @ $20 per bottle

[zin1953]

I'd spend far less per bottle (about half that) and pick a nice Beaujolais-Villages or Cru de Beaujolais, like a Moulin-a-Vent or Morgon. Or, you can opt for a Pinot Noir or not-so-alcoholic Zinfandel.

[carswell]

You'll find tons of reccos in this recent discussion and the threads linked therein: www.chowhound.com/topics/458745