Taste Destination 128
Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Guide
November in wine country brings an array of golden and crimson hued foliage across the valley. Book your next wine tasting experience along Taste Destination 128 and explore the beauty of autumn in Alexander Valley. These next couple of weeks capture the artistry of fall at its peak.
The wineries of Taste Destination 128 will miss hosting all of our beloved members and fans this fall at our annual Black Friday Open House. Instead, we have collaborated to craft a phenomenal Taste Destination 128 Thanksgiving Feast. Our website offers an assortment of recipes for you to try this holiday season, paired with member wines. Whether you're bringing an appetizer or making a main course, these recipes and wine pairings will be sure to delight everyone at the dinner table.
To give thanks to all our loyal fans, the wineries of Taste Destination 128 are featuring holiday specials to help bring the taste of Alexander Valley to your Thanksgiving celebration.
Guest Promo Code: HOLIDAY128
Valid for all participating wineries when entered at checkout.
Offer Valid from 11/16/20 - 11/22/20
Participating Wineries
Alexander Valley Vineyards
Is featuring a 15% discount and $1 shipping on 2 or more bottles ordered.
Plus $1 per order processing fee.
1/2 bottle Sampler Pack - $51 Retail
2018 Chardonnay, 2017 Sin Zin, 2017 Merlot, 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Explorer AVV Pack - $88 Retail
2018 Chardonnay, 2017 Sin Zin, 2018 Merlot, 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
deLorimier Winery
Featuring a 20% Discount Guests | 30% Discount Members on 6+ bottle purchase of all current releases.
HANNA WINERY
Featuring a 20% discount to all guests and a 40% discount to HANNA Members with the purchase of 6 bottles or more on the select HANNA wines listed below.
HANNA Russian River Valley Rosé 2019 - $24 Retail
ELIAS Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2018 - $56 Retail
HANNA Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2015 - $49 Retail
HANNA Reserve Alexander Valley Malbec 2016 - $59 Retail
HANNA Reserve Alexander Valley Alchimie 2016 - $66 Retail
ELIAS Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 - $56 Retail
Soda Rock Winery
Featuring a 20% Discount Guests | 30% Discount Members on 6+ bottle purchase of all current releases.
Stuhlmuller Vineyards
Is Offering 25% off and shared shipping costs for the featured wines below. Perfect for your thanksgiving Feast.
No minimum requirement.
2017 Reserve Chardonnay
2017 "Amber Block" Pinot Noir
2016 Estate Zinfandel
Trentadue Winery
Featuring a 20% discount on orders of 6 bottles or more
$10 flat rate shipping on 6+ bottles, $5 flat rate shipping on 12+ bottles
Offer valid on all wines.
Thanksgiving Wines and Recipes
Appetizers:
Jacques Pepin’s Chicken Liver Pâté by Alexander Valley Vineyards
This silky pate’ can be prepared in advance and is elegant enough for the holidays, while easy enough for everyday. The richness of the pate’ is balanced by the structure and dark fruit of our 2018 Merlot.
Cranberry Salsa by Stuhlmuller Vineyards
Suggested wine pairing is Stuhlmuller’s 2017 Reserve Chardonnay. Appetizers and Chardonnay are a great way to start a party! The creamy wine with its soft citrus and vanilla flavors will pair nicely with the spicy cranberry flavors of the salsa.
Side Dish:
Chive Mashed Potatoes by Soda Rock Winery
Recommended wine pairing is Soda Rock’s 2018 Twisted Rail Cabernet Sauvignon.
Entrées:
Brisket with Mushroom-and-Onion Gravy by deLorimier Winery
Recommended wine pairing is deLorimier’s 2017 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.
Rosemary-crusted Standing Rib Roast with Bordeaux Gravy by HANNA WINERY
Christine Hanna recommends pairing HANNA’s Reserve Alexander valley Alchimie 2016, a luxuriant Bordeaux blend to stand up to the meat’s elegance.
Desserts:
Evelyn’s Easy Wine Cake by Trentadue Winery
Recommended wine pairing is Trentadue’s 2013 Muscat Canelli Port
Italian Custard by Trentadue Winery
Recommended wine pairing is Trentadue’s 2013 Muscat Canelli Port
