'I'm a wine expert... these are the bottles you'll want to drink this Christmas'
Christmas dinner for most people will include turkey, traditionally served with roasted vegetables, pigs in blanket, gallons of rich gravy and cranberry sauce.
That means a lot of different flavours to consider but it is much easier to try to pair the wine with the turkey. The problem with turkey is that it tends to have quite a dry texture once cooked so it is a good idea to choose a wine that will counter that dryness. The meat may be the star of the show but the flavour is quite mild so you need to make sure you don’t overpower it with the wine.Whether you want white wine, red or sparkling - there's something for everyone in these suggestionsIt is made with picpoul, a traditional grape variety from the south of France and, as well a green apple crispness, the extra warmth from this region gives it lovely flavours of white peaches and nectarines.
The lighter wines such as those from Provence go really well with fresher foods such as salads, grilled white fish or charcuterie, while the fuller-bodied rosé wines can stand up to the richness of Christmas lunch.As the name suggests it is made from the petit verdot grape and has aromas and flavours of red fruits such as red cherries and cranberries making it a perfect match.Both the white and the rose would be ideal to serve alongside a vegan nut roast.
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