Virginia Wines for Thanksgiving

Yes, it is turkey time again with all of that delicious food. What Virginia wines to serve? Below is a partial list of recommendations. These are based on what I think is still currently available; however, I could be mistaken so please call wineries ahead of time double check.

Sparkling Wines: Bubbles go with everything
Thibaut-Janisson Blanc de Chardonnay
Trump Winery 2008 Blanc de Blanc

White Wines:
Afton Mountain Vineyards: Gewurztraminer 2012
Barboursville Vineyards: Viognier Reserve
Blenheim Vineyards: Chardonnay 2012
Chester Gap Cellars: Viognier 2012
Keswick Vineyards: Chardonnay 2012
King Family Vineyards: Chardonnay 2012
Linden Vidal Riesling 2012

Rose: Yes, rose goes with everything too
King Family Crose
Linden Rose 2012

Red Wines:
Afton Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2012
Ankida Ridge Pinot Noir 2011
Glen Manor Cabernet Franc 2011
Hume Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2011
Pollak Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2011

Dessert Wines:
Gray Ghost Vineyards Adieu 2012
Linden Late Harvest Vidal

Wine Shopping in Maryland? Consider these wines:
Black Ankle Syrah 2011
Old Westminster Chardonnay 2012 and Cabernet Franc 2011

Undecided? Open a few bottles and let guests decide. In the end, they will drink whatever they like.

Have other suggestions? Let us know! In the meantime, plan to visit Virginia wineries this weekend to stock up favorite wines for Thanksgiving. Mention that Virginia Wine Time sent you.