Procedure:
Trim off the root and top of the beets and scrub thoroughly.  Coat the beets in olive oil and season with a good amount of salt and pepper.  Place beets, wine, garlic, and thyme in a medium saucepot with a lid.  Cover and place in your wood fired oven at 500° or your conventional oven at 375°.  Braise until tender (can be easily cut with a butter knife or fork).       
Allow to cool and remove skin.  Serve whole or slice into wedges and add to a salad.