Winter Warmers

There are images that instantly bring us comfort, a warm fire, a soft chair, a heavy blanket, now add to that, sipping on something delicious. All of these things feel like a warm hug which I think you would agree, we could all use right now. Winter is just around the corner and this is the time of year we retreat inside, light a fire, find that soft chair and get cozy. We have some amazing suggestions for winter warmers and especially for your upcoming holiday celebrations so let's get to it.
Hamming it up!
If your having a sweet and salty glazed ham this year consider wines that are fruit forward with a bit of sweetness and lots of acid.
What we suggest:
2018 Lo-Fi Dry Riesling, Santa Barbara Co.
2019 Final Girl Chenin Blanc, Santa Ynez Valley
2018 Seagrape Rose of Grenache, Los Olivos
2016 Arndt Cellars McFrink Vineyard Zinfandel, Paso Robles
Laughing Monk "Third Circle" Belgian style Tripel, San Francisco
Turkey Please!
Are you a traditionalist for both Thanksgiving and Christmas? That's OK (me too!) let's take a look at our Thanksgiving recommendations again.
2019 Habit Sauvignon Blanc, Happy Canyon
2017 Chanin Chardonnay, Santa Barbara Co.
2020 Lo-Fi Gamay Fresh, Santa Barbara Co.
2017 Seagrape Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills
2017 J. Dirt Grenache/Syrah Blend, Edna Valley
M. Special "Dozer Special" American Brown Ale, Goleta
Pass the Prime Rib
While Prime Rib has a powerful presence, the flavors are more medium and people often pick beverages that over power instead of elevate.
2016 Crown Point Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Happy Canyon
2015 Arndt Cellars Merlot, Paso Robles
2016 Kimsey Estate Syrah, Ballard Canyon
Laughing Monk "Evening Vespers" Belgian Dubbel, San Francisco
Temblor Brewing "Cadre" Golden Sour with Blackberries, Bakersfield
Time for dessert!
Skip the suggary eats and sip on these instead!
PasoPort - 2011 "Ruby" Port, 2010 "Violeta" Portugese style Port or "Angelica" Non vintage White Port, Paso Robles
Island Brewing "Jubilee" Scotch Ale, Carpinteria
Local Brewing "Plaid Pajamas" Amber Lager Winter Warmer, San Franciso
Temblor Brewing "Chocolate Peacan" Porter, Bakersfield
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