Sip with Nikki25 Nov 2025

Our Holiday Wine Playbook, with Nikki and Michael

If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy Michael and I a glass of wine! We would be so grateful! Cheers, Angels!

Episode Notes:

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Michael is weighing in on our holiday traditions and the all-important task of selecting the perfect wines to complement the feast. Michael, the self-proclaimed Thanksgiving aficionado (eye-roll) shares his excitement for the holiday and why it is his favorite!

This year marks a change as we transition from hosting to being guests at a friend's home, which sparks a fun conversation about the joys and challenges of holiday cooking and what we will bring!

Highlights:

Pairing multiple wines with different dishes elevates the whole dining experience, try it... (you're welcome)
We share our top versatile wines and why they work!
Thanksgiving wines should be versatile to complement both savory and sweet dishes on the table.
3 Words...Leftover Stuffing Waffles!

Episode Links and Resources:

Michael's go to brine (for roasted or smoked turkey) from Chef Thomas Keller

Our favorite Viognier (Aromatic, Dry White wine) from Pride Mountain Vineyards (Call to Order)

One of our favorite Pinot Noirs, from fellow Sonoma County husband and wife team and Breast Cancer Survivor, Smith Story Wines!

One of our favorite sparkling wines is Schramsberg Blanc De Blanc-widely distributed, easy to find in most wine shops and great price!

Other Links and Discount Codes:

Purchase our small-lot, sustainably grown, super delicious Sollevato Sangiovese 2022! Super-versatile for your table all year round!

(Use the code PODLISTENER for 10% off Nikki and Michael's Sollevato Wines!)

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