--- title: Autumn, Thanksgiving and the Perfect cigar description: Patrick Vivalo's Thanksgiving in New Jersey brings cherished memories of autumn’s beauty, family gatherings, and tradition. This year, celebrate with a rich Bordeaux and La Palina’s 125th Anniversary cigar—a pairing that honors the holiday’s warmth and the legacy of timeless flavors. image: https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-10-29%20at%203.27.47%20PM-1.png --- [Skip to content](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/autumn-thanksgiving-and-the-perfect-cigar#main-content) ![logo](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo.png?width=250&height=47&name=logo.png) - [Home](https://lapalinacigars.com/) - [About](https://lapalinacigars.com/about) - [Products](https://lapalinacigars.com/product) - [Retailers](https://lapalinacigars.com/retailer-inner) - [Social Media](https://lapalinacigars.com/social-media) - [Contact us](https://lapalinacigars.com/contact) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://lapalinacigars.com/) - [About](https://lapalinacigars.com/about) - [Products](https://lapalinacigars.com/product) - [Retailers](https://lapalinacigars.com/retailer-inner) - [Social Media](https://lapalinacigars.com/social-media) - [Contact us](https://lapalinacigars.com/contact) Oct 30, 2024, 12:04:47 PM # Autumn, Thanksgiving and the Perfect cigar [Patrick Vivalo](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/author/patrick-vivalo) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/autumn-thanksgiving-and-the-perfect-cigar) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/autumn-thanksgiving-and-the-perfect-cigar) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/autumn-thanksgiving-and-the-perfect-cigar) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/autumn-thanksgiving-and-the-perfect-cigar) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/autumn-thanksgiving-and-the-perfect-cigar) Thanksgiving brings with it a cornucopia of memories from growing up in New Jersey. The crisp autumn air, leaves in full blaze at peak foliage, and that unmistakable scent of fall in the Northeast—all of it set the perfect scene for family gatherings, football games, and tables overflowing with food. Thanksgiving has always been about more than just the meal; it’s been a celebration of family and friends, sharing stories, laughter, and the feeling of warmth that fills the house. As I think about Thanksgiving this year, I can almost see the table spread, hear the game on in the background, and feel the warmth of everyone gathered around. And this Thanksgiving, I’m adding an extra layer to that ritual: pairing a rich, earthy Bordeaux with our [125th Anniversary cigar](https://lapalinacigars.com/product-list#cbp=ajax-work/project21.html). The Bordeaux, with its layers of dark fruit, earthiness, and velvety texture, will meet the cigar’s depth and complexity perfectly. Together, they’ll bring a harmony that enhances each other’s bold character, a pairing that respects the legacy of the holiday and the heritage of the cigar. There’s something uniquely gratifying in enjoying that final cigar after the meal is done, surrounded by loved ones and the quieting hum of the holiday evening. It feels like a tribute not only to the season but to years of memories and traditions that keep Thanksgiving alive, year after year. ![Screenshot 2024-10-29 at 3.27.47 PM-1](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-10-29%20at%203.27.47%20PM-1.png?width=381&height=382&name=Screenshot%202024-10-29%20at%203.27.47%20PM-1.png)   [Pairings](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/tag/pairings), [125th Anniversary](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/tag/125th-anniversary), [Holidays](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/tag/holidays) ## Related posts [![](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-10-29%20at%203.26.48%20PM.png?height=200&name=Screenshot%202024-10-29%20at%203.26.48%20PM.png)](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/cooler-weather-richer-cigars-and-wine) [Lifestyle](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/tag/lifestyle), [Pairings](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/tag/pairings), [125th Anniversary](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/tag/125th-anniversary) ## [Cooler Weather, Richer Cigars and Wine](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/cooler-weather-richer-cigars-and-wine) [Matt Freerks](https://smoke.lapalinacigars.com/blog/author/matt-freerks) Oct 30, 2024, 12:17:29 PM With cooler weather settling in around the country, fireplaces are being lit, indoor dinner... 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