{"id":23380,"date":"2021-11-18T12:01:57","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T20:01:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/?p=23380"},"modified":"2021-11-18T18:20:31","modified_gmt":"2021-11-19T02:20:31","slug":"legendary-winemaker-pairings-holiday-erath-head-winemaker-gary-horner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/2021\/11\/18\/legendary-winemaker-pairings-holiday-erath-head-winemaker-gary-horner\/","title":{"rendered":"Legendary Winemaker reveals Perfect Pairings this Holiday –\u00a0 Erath\u2019s Head Winemaker Gary Horner Reveals\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Legendary Winemaker reveals Perfect Pairings this Holiday –\u00a0 Erath\u2019s Head Winemaker Gary Horner Reveals choices for Thanksgiving, Christmas and more<\/em><\/p>\n

Gary Horner<\/strong> is a legend, a pioneer; one of the world\u2019s most experienced when it comes to Portland Pinot Noir<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When we think of the holidays, it\u2019s family, friends and entertainment.\u00a0 This legendary Portland winery<\/strong> knows that and their very own Head Winemaker Gary Horner<\/strong> responded by sharing secrets from 40+ years in the business:<\/span><\/p>\n

On entertaining and wines for the holidays:\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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\u201cI love to have a supply of Pinot Noir Ros\u00e9, Chardonnay, and bubbly in the fridge for the holidays. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Those three wines in themselves can serve to get the party started and they can transition to the dinner table if so desired.\u201d \u2013\u2013 Gary Horner, Head Winemaker, Erath Winery<\/span><\/p>\n

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With the party already going, Erath Winery is releasing two new wines for the holidays \u2013 a <\/span>Reserve Pinot Noir<\/span><\/a> ($25) and their first-ever <\/span>Sparkling Pinot Blanc<\/span><\/a> ($45).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Erath 2019 Sparkling Pinot Blanc <\/b>(<\/span>link to buy<\/span><\/a>) – $45 \/ $36 Club<\/span><\/p>\n

This fall we released an Erath first, our 2019 Sparkling Pinot Blanc<\/strong>. For many years we dreamed of crafting a luxurious sparkling wine in our signature Erath style<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Since 2019 we\u2019ve been anxiously awaiting its debut. When we finally got our first taste it was love at first sip. Run and fetch your flutes. You don\u2019t want to miss this extra brut beauty! It\u2019s the perfect wine for holiday festivities or ringing in the New Year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Related:\u00a0 Find the holiday’s best deals at our Oregon wine-lovers gift guide<\/a> here<\/p>\n

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\u201cDreamy aromas of candied papaya, lemon drops, lilac, brioche and subtle flintiness.<\/span><\/p>\n

Flavors burst forth of apple, tangerine, green fig and citrus pith. <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Lively bubbles caress the palate adding dimension to the enthusiastic and bright finish.\u201d\u00a0 \u2013 Gary Horner, Head Winemaker<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Erath 2019 Reserve Collection Pinot Noir <\/b>(<\/span>link to buy<\/span><\/a>) – $25 \/ $20 Club<\/span><\/p>\n

A curated blend of Pinot Noir sourced from top vineyard sites throughout the Willamette Valley, our Reserve Collection is an homage to the elegant, structured wines that first put Oregon on the map. A perfect pairing to holiday meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWafts of black cherry and dark ripe plum mingle with meaty savory notes and a touch of Earl Grey tea. <\/span><\/p>\n

The mouth is rich and enveloping… <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

offering blackberry pie, fig and pomegranate. The finish is smooth and balanced\u2014the perfect ending to this finessed and elegant journey.\u201d\u00a0 \u2013 Gary Horner, Head Winemaker<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re like us, the food never stops all holiday season long.\u00a0 But to make it more special, it\u2019s all about the right pairings.\u00a0 Luckily the wine legend reveals more<\/strong> for us:<\/span><\/p>\n

On the most dependable varietals when it comes to pairing with holiday meals:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cPinot Noir. It pairs so well with a broad range of foods from grilled salmon to lamb, and beef. <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Considering food flexibility and the fact it is not a heavy or alcoholic wine, you are bound to please more people at your holiday gatherings.\u201d\u00a0 \u2013\u2013 Gary Horner, Head Winemaker, Erath Winery<\/span><\/p>\n

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Related: We sat down with legendary Portland winemaker<\/a> to discuss his career.<\/p>\n

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\u201cA dry ros\u00e9, such as Erath\u2019s Oregon Pinot Noir Ros\u00e9<\/strong>. Holiday meals are pretty rich with a lot of different flavors, a dry ros\u00e9 will keep the palate feeling fresh and goes with everything from salads to meats to cheese boards.\u201d\u00a0 \u2013\u2013 Leah Adint, Winemaker, Erath Winery<\/span><\/p>\n

What does every foodie and wine-lover want as a holiday gift?\u00a0 The perfect wine.<\/span><\/p>\n

On recommendations for giving wine as a gift:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cI like gifting a lesser known variety like Pinot Blanc<\/strong> (Erath\u2019s Sparkling Pinot Blanc, for example), Grenache, or Malbec. <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

They are usually great value and can introduce you and your giftee to a whole new genre of wine.\u201d\u00a0 \u2013\u2013Leah Adint, Winemaker, Erath Winery<\/span><\/p>\n

Visit Erath Winery\u2019s<\/strong> online store<\/a> here<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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