The 2015 Valserrano Reserva comes from Rioja Spain. Rioja is perhaps Spain's top wine region and is one of only two regions classified under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system.
Thanksgiving is much more than a big meal with family and friends. It’s a time to reflect on, and be thankful for all of the good things we have.This year there is so much to be thankful for. On a holiday like Thanksgiving, you may find it extremely difficult to find the perfect wine to serve with your dinner. Rather than trying to pair the wine with one dish, opt for bottles that complement a wide variety of foods.
This Pinot Noir makes an ideal companion to my Chicken Tinga taco recipe. Chicken Tinga is a Mexican dish from Puebla made from shredded chicken cooked in a smoky tomato sauce. Because of the rich spices used in this dish like cumin, tomatoes and chipotle peppers, you want to make sure you choose a wine that is medium bodied, dry, oaked with high acidity to balance out the flavors.