It’s hard to believe that November is upon us, and the year is coming to a close. The third Thursday in November is set aside as a day of giving thanks – Thanksgiving Day. Most celebrate the day with family or friends and begin planning out their meal weeks in advance. After all, you have to factor in family-traditions, travel arrangements, accommodations and Aunt Betty’s sweet potato casserole.

The wine served is usually an afterthought in most American’s hectic holiday planning, but it could make or break your feast. Let’s take a look at some unclassic pairings of wine with a typical Thanksgiving meal of turkey and dressing with all the trimmings.

Typically, the safe bets for Thanksgiving wines are pinot noir, syrah, and zinfandels for red wine lovers and sauvignon blanc, reisling, gewurztraminer and viognier for those that prefer white. But why not try something different?

Sparkling wines have become increasingly popular in recent years. They bring elegance to your table and offer a food-pairing versatility unrivaled by any other wine.

Rose wines (not the sweet tooth appealing white zin, but a good dry rose) adds an element that will go well with almost any dish on the Thanksgiving table. A rose from the Cotes du Rhone or Provence regions in France will be light, crisp, and flavorful.

A couple to try in the $15 price range

Campus Oaks Almond California Champagne (NV) A white sparkling wine with a hint of almond added. The nutty flavor is a perfect complement to just about everything else being served. This sparkling wine is a little on the sweet side, so you may want to pair it with your desserts.

Commanderie de la Bargemone (2013) Hailing from Coteaux d’Aix, a small fine wine district in Provence, this delicious dry rose offers classic aromas of wild strawberries and red currants. It has a light floral character and a crisp bone-dry palate.