🍂 Pairing New Jersey Wines with Your Thanksgiving Feast
Discover New Jersey wines perfect for Thanksgiving — from turkey to pie, toast the season with local favorites from top NJ vineyards.
Thanksgiving is a celebration of abundance — golden turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, herbed stuffing, and sweet cranberry sauce all come together on one table. With so many flavors to balance, choosing the right wines can make your feast truly shine.
This year, elevate your holiday with New Jersey wines. From earthy reds to bright fruit wines, the Garden State offers bottles that pair beautifully with every course on your Thanksgiving menu.
🍷 Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Tips
Before we pop some corks, here are a few quick tips for pairing wine with your Thanksgiving meal:
Keep it balanced: Choose wines with good acidity to refresh your palate between rich bites. Moderate the tannins: Lighter reds and smooth whites work best with turkey and sides. Offer options: Provide both a red and a white so every guest finds a favorite. Don’t fear flavor: Earthy, fruit-forward, and aromatic wines enhance Thanksgiving dishes.
🍇 1. Beneduce Vineyards — Pittstown, NJ
Website → beneducevineyards.com
Address: 1 Jeremiah Lane, Pittstown, NJ
Why It Stands Out:
Nestled in Hunterdon County, Beneduce Vineyards is known for sustainable farming and hand-crafted wines that capture the character of New Jersey soil.
Thanksgiving Pairing:
Pour a glass of Beneduce’s Blaufränkisch — a smooth, medium-bodied red with dark berry aromas, warm spice, and just a touch of smokiness. Its balance of fruit and acidity makes it an excellent companion to classic Thanksgiving dishes.
Perfect Pairing: Roast turkey, mushroom gravy, or herbed stuffing.
🍷 2. Bellview Winery — Landisville, NJ
Address: 150 Atlantic Street, Landisville, NJ
Why It Stands Out:
Bellview Winery is one of South Jersey’s premier producers, blending old-world charm with innovative winemaking. Their wines showcase the region’s warm days and cool nights — perfect for Thanksgiving pairings.
Thanksgiving Pairing:
Try their Cabernet Franc, a soft, earthy red layered with cherry, plum, and herbal notes. Its subtle spice complements turkey and gravy beautifully.
Perfect Pairing: Dark meat turkey, roasted Brussels sprouts, or sausage stuffing.
🍷 3. Brook Hollow Winery — Columbia, NJ
Website → brookhollowwinery.com
Address: 594 NJ-94, Columbia, NJ
Why It Stands Out:
With views of the Delaware Water Gap, Brook Hollow Winery crafts approachable, fruit-forward wines that are both fun and food-friendly.
Thanksgiving Pairing:
Their Cranberry Wine is a holiday favorite — tart, slightly sweet, and perfect with traditional Thanksgiving sides. Serve it chilled alongside your cranberry sauce or desserts.
Perfect Pairing: Sweet potato casserole, cranberry relish, or pumpkin pie.
🍇 4. Federal Twist Vineyard — Stockton, NJ
Website → federaltwistvineyard.com
Address: 8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ
Why It Stands Out:
Perched above the Delaware River, Federal Twist Vineyard produces European-inspired wines that express New Jersey’s terroir with elegance and depth.
Thanksgiving Pairing:
Sip their Chambourcin, a dry red wine with notes of cherry, plum, and a hint of spice. Its medium body and smooth finish make it a perfect complement to the Thanksgiving table — especially with savory dishes and roasted flavors.
Perfect Pairing: Turkey with pan gravy, wild rice stuffing, or roasted root vegetables.
🍷 5. Old York Cellars — Ringoes, NJ
Address: 80 Old York Road, Ringoes, NJ
Why It Stands Out:
Old York Cellars offers a relaxed, scenic tasting experience and a diverse wine list perfect for any holiday occasion.
Thanksgiving Pairing:
Start with their What Exit White — bright and refreshing for appetizers or lighter fare — and move to their Red Blend with the main course.
Perfect Pairing: Cheese boards, turkey with gravy, or roasted vegetables.
🥂 Raise a Glass to Local Flavor
This Thanksgiving, celebrate local craftsmanship by bringing New Jersey wines to your table. Whether you’re savoring a glass of Beneduce’s Blaufränkisch with turkey or Brook Hollow’s Cranberry Wine with dessert, these bottles remind us that world-class wine is made right here in the Garden State.
Pair local, pour proudly — and toast to good food, great wine, and the people you share it with.
What are your go-to wine pairings during Thanksgiving? Leave a comment and share.
