Festive Wines for Your Holiday Table

​December’s here, and the holiday buzz is real! With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, it’s all about wrapping up work, planning dinners, shopping, and, of course, picking the right wine. To make things a little easier, I’ve pulled together my favorite holiday wines to help you celebrate in style. Let’s get into it!

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G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut

An iconic classic champagne wrapped in its signature red ribbon—perfect for festive celebrations. This fresh, full-bodied French sparkling wine is crafted with Mumm's traditional formulation of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier for a timeless taste.

Tasting notes

Ripe peach, apricot, green apple, vanilla and caramel, hints of yeast, honey.  

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​Vilarnau ‘Gaudi’ Organic Cava Brut Reserva, Penedès

​This vibrant bottle, inspired by Barcelona’s mosaic art, is a stunning table centerpiece. Inside, the award-winning Cava boasts a gold medal from the 2022 Global Organic and Vegan Masters.
​Aged 18 months, this Brut Reserva is an ideal apéritif.

Tasting notes

Crisp apple, ripe pear and brioche.

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​Henri Dubois
Brut Champagne N.V.

Lidl’s champagne, rumored to have outshone a top classic in an Irish blind tasting, is a hidden gem. It gets even better with a bit of aging. A well-balanced, flavorful wine that’s great value for money! Made ​from 100% Chardonnay. 

Tasting Notes

Crisp notes of citrus, pear, and peach, with subtle hints of yeasty brioche.

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​Boschendal Pinotage Single Bottle

South African wine is hard to resist, with its warm southern climate creating beautifully rich aromas. This wine is vibrant and ripe, a shining example of the country’s signature grape variety.

tasting notes

Rich, ripe and vibrant red and black currants, tobacco spice and plumbs with a juicy, savoury mid-palate of fruit. 

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​Bibich Bas de Bas

Alen Bibic is working to put Skradin (Croatia) wines on the map, preserving native varieties like Debit, Babic, Plavina, and Lasin. His winery, praised in Wine Enthusiast, is known for exceptional food and wine pairings.
​Bas-de-Bas Crno, a Syrah-based wine, rivals the best from the Rhone Valley and Barossa.
High quality wine with beautiful and balanced bouquet of notes. 

tasting notes

Blueberry jam, plums, vanilla, tobacco, spice hint cinnamon and mint, leathery notes. 

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Chablis Louis Jadot

Chablis – Crafted from 100% Chardonnay, this elegant wine is aged 15 months on fine lees. Bright and fresh, it bursts with white flower and stone fruit aromas. The palate is round and subtle, with a long, stony finish and refreshing acidity.

Tasting notes

Hints of citrus fruit, green apple, pear, jasmine, honey, and minerals.

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​Domaine de Bel Air Pouilly-Fumé

​The Mauroy family sustainably farms 14 hectares of Pouilly-Fumé vineyards, earning numerous awards for their wine. This blend, sourced from three distinct soil types, offers remarkable complexity and depth. Enjoy vibrant notes of lemon, flint, and crisp pear in this fresh, elegant wine.

Tasting notes

Intense lemon, flint, and pear flavours, finishing long and elegant.

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