Why Christmas Wine Needs Its Own Category
Christmas eating is… a lot.
Rich meats, cranberry sauces, smoked ham, seafood platters, pavlova, mulled spices — it's a flavour jungle. The wrong wine disappears. The right one lifts the whole table.
Our Christmas wines are picked for three simple reasons:
1. They stand up to Christmas food
Wines with structure, freshness, or spice — not the flabby supermarket stuff.
2. They feel festive
Think deep velvety reds, elegant crisp whites, and rosés that somehow make summer feel luxurious.
3. They make genuinely good Christmas gifts
Not the dusty “cab sav in a tube” you panic-buy from a servo.
Actual, thoughtful bottles people remember.
Top Picks for Christmas
Bold Reds for Christmas Dinners
These are the wines that can handle glazed ham, roast beef, lamb, duck, or anything you char over an open flame on Christmas Day.
Structured tannin + dark fruit + spice = Christmas magic.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir
Fresh Whites for Summer Christmas Lunches
If your Christmas table leans seafood, salads, creamy sides, or roast chicken, these are your heroes.
Crisp acidity cuts through richness and keeps the meal feeling bright rather than heavy.
Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Fetească Albă
Rosé for the “all-rounder” Christmas wine
Rosé doesn’t scream Christmas… until you try it with cranberry sauce, prawns, or glazed ham.
It’s the most underrated Christmas wine category — perfect for long lunches that turn into afternoon grazing.
Sparkling for… everything
If there was ever a time when sparkling doesn’t need justification, it’s December.
From Christmas Eve to Boxing Day leftovers, bubbles just work.
Christmas Wine Gifts (That People Actually Want)
Wine is the easiest gift to get wrong. Too sweet, too heavy, too cheap, too “my uncle bought this in 2009.”
A good Christmas wine gift has one of three things:
1. A story
People love telling where their wine came from — “This one’s from a small Moldovan winery”.
2. A flavour profile that doesn’t intimidate
Crowd-pleasing but not boring. Think Sauv Blanc, elegant blends, medium-bodied reds, sparkling.
3. Packaging that looks intentional
If it looks premium, it feels premium.
What Wine Pairs Best with Your Christmas Menu?
- For glazed ham → Shiraz, Merlot, Rosé
- For seafood Christmas lunches → Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Fetească Albă
- For roast lamb or beef → Cabernet, Saperavi, bold red blends
- For turkey & cranberry → Pinot Noir or a dry Rosé
- For dessert (pav, cheesecake, fruit tarts) → Sparkling or off-dry whites
A Christmas Wine Philosophy (Ours)
Christmas wine shouldn’t be expensive — it should be memorable.
Not every bottle needs to impress a sommelier, but every bottle should make someone at the table say: “Oh wow… what is this?”
That’s the sweet spot. And that’s what we curate for this collection.
Your Christmas Wine Questions Answered
What is the most popular Christmas wine?
While preferences may vary, some popular choices for Christmas wines include rich and bold reds like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz, as well as sparkling wines like Champagne and Prosecco.
What wine is good for Christmas?
There are many great wines that pair well with Christmas festivities. Some popular options include full-bodied red wines like Merlot, elegant white wines such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, or even festive sparkling wines like Rosé Champagne or Moscato d'Asti.
What is the most consumed drink at Christmas?
While wine is a popular choice, other traditional Christmas drinks include mulled wine, eggnog, hot chocolate, and spiced cider. Non-alcoholic options like sparkling water, fruit punches, and flavoured teas are also enjoyed during the holiday season.
Is Pinot Noir good for Christmas?
Absolutely! Pinot Noir is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of Christmas dishes. Its lighter body and fruity flavours make it an excellent choice for turkey, roasted chicken, or even salmon.
Is it okay to gift wine for Christmas?
Gifting wine for Christmas is a popular and appreciated gesture, especially among wine enthusiasts. It can be a thoughtful and tasteful gift, especially when considering the recipient's preferences.