10 Exceptional Thanksgiving Food and Wine Pairings

Unsure of whether to pair your big bird with red or white? Eugenio recommends red — specifically Cru Beaujolais. "Very few dishes in the world 'cry out for Beaujolais' like the classic Thanksgiving turkey," Eugenio says; he recommends those imported by Kermit Lynch. But if you can't find it, look for a lighter-bodied Pinot Noir from California.

Eugenio's picks:

• 2011 Handley Mendocino County Pinot Noir ($20)
• 2011 Foxen Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley ($35)