From cheese plates and oysters to show-stopping centerpieces and (of course!) the dessert round, find the perfect wine pairings for your holiday feast.
Every delicious holiday dish deserves a clink-worthy companion. And we think you’ll find the perfect complement to your holiday spread—whether you’re keeping it small or going all out—among our wide selection of local and international wine.
We asked our knowledgeable wine buyers for their expert pairing suggestions for turkey, rib roast, ham, appetizers, and the best part of any meal: pie!
Here are some of their top picks for your festive feast:
Turkey
Because turkey is so versatile, you really can’t go wrong with your wine selection. For red wine lovers, our Overjoy Reserve Landmass Pinot Noir and Brooks Willamette Valley Pinot Noir are both great picks. If you prefer a white or rosé wine with your turkey, our Overjoy Plaimont Rosé or Overjoy Willamette Valley Vineyards Chardonnay are fantastic options.
Rib Roast
When it comes to tender, flavorful beef, you'll want to spring for a medium- or full-bodied red wine with plenty of depth and complexity. Our rich, fruit-forward Partners in Crime Organic Malbec is produced in Mendoza, Argentina, and pairs beautifully with a holiday roast, as does our Overjoy Reserve Walla Walla Cabernet Sauvignon with notes of blackberry, cassis, and dark chocolate. Or, if you prefer a dryer, fruity-yet-earthy red wine, try the Overjoy Tre Donne Nebbiolo.
Ham
Pair your slightly sweet and oh-so-savory ham with a light- to medium-bodied aromatic white or fruit-forward red wine. Overjoy Pegaz Beaujolais-Village is a bright and juicy Gamay Noir, perfect for such a feast. For white wine lovers, King Estate Pinot Gris is light and refreshing with notes of yellow pear and pineapple, making it a wonderful complement to your holiday feast.
Appetizers
Who doesn’t love getting filled up on wine and finger food? Well-aged cheese, shrimp cocktail, or oysters on the half shell are a match made in heaven with a nice, crisp sparkling wine like Bella Notte Prosecco. Or, if you’re building the ultimate charcuterie board with fruit and cured meats, choose a food-friendly sparkling red wine like Cantina Puianello Lambrusco or the juicy and bright Division Wines Gamay Nouveau from the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley.
Pie
Everyone’s favorite reason for the season: pie! From sweet and tangy fruit pies to rich and creamy spiced pies, a luscious port wine is always a great pairing. For fruit pies, grab a bottle of the fruity, full-bodied ruby port or Hofburg Gluhwein, a spiced wine best enjoyed warm. If you’re digging into a pie with flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, a smooth, jammy tawny port will treat you well.
Did we miss something? Don’t hesitate to ask our knowledgeable wine stewards for more pairing suggestions.
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