From Stacy Slinkard,
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Christmas dinners are a great time to try new wines with favorite recipes of old. Will it be ham, turkey, goose or prime rib? If you are looking for new wine options to complement your holiday meal, then look no further, here is a terrific selection of versatile whites and reds that are sure to enhance your Christmas gathering, varietals picked for both their presence and adaptability.

Wines to Serve with Ham

Reds: Beajolais Nouveau , Pinot Noir, Zinfandel

Whites: Riesling and Gewurztraminer

Wines to Serve with Turkey

Reds: Pinot Noir , Zinfandel , Syrah/Shiraz, Beajolais Nouveau

Whites: Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Riesling, Gewurztraminer

Wines to Serve with Goose

Reds: Zinfandel , Red Burgundy

Whites: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc

Wines to Serve with Prime Rib

Reds: Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Shiraz

Whites: Typically white wines have a difficult time holding up to the bold flavors found in red meats, so while it is possible to enjoy white wines with red meats, it is challenging to find a good match.

And last, but not least there are choices to be made with which wines to serve with chocolate!