25 Days of Holiday Wines to Enjoy with Family and Friends
November 12, 2024
Holidays are the best time of the year, and we all look forward to celebrating with friends and family. When it comes to celebrating, wines are the first thing that comes to mind, followed by a special and delicious feast. Here are the top 25 holiday-perfect wines to sip every day of your celebration as the countdown to Christmas officially begins.
25 Wines to Make Your Christmas Countdown Special
Wines are like a celebration in a fine bottle, and having a perfect wine for every moment is a crucial thing. Over the next 25 days, enjoy a carefully curated selection of wines ideal for every festive occasion. Whether you’re baking holiday treats, decorating the house, or toasting with loved ones, these wines will add extra joy to your Christmas celebrations.
Day 1: Begin with sparkling wine to kick off the season with fine bubbles.
Our top pick for sparkling wine
This lively Chardonnay sparkling wine is ideal for kicking off the celebrations. Its lovely bubbles and bright, citrussy flavour will be your escape for the holiday.
Day 2: A crisp white wine to pair with your holiday starters.
Our top pick for white wine
A nice bottle of white wine, like Chardonnay, is great to pair with your delicious holiday starters. A crisp, creamy, and oaked Chardonnay white wine will pair beautifully with your light and fresh Christmas snacks.
Day 3: A rich red to enjoy with hearty meals.
Our top pick for red wine
This medium-bodied Shiraz, known for its rich and bright flavours of ripe fruits and floral aromas, will pair heavenly with hearty holiday special meals. Sip and enjoy this excellent red wine and enjoy the best of both food and wine.
Day 4: A pink rosé to bring a touch of elegance to any occasion.
Our top pick for Rosé wine
This gorgeous pinkish rosé wine with lively and aromatic flavours of delicious berries along with scents of rose and violets will add more refreshing and lively vibes to your festive celebrations.
Day 5: A full-bodied wine perfect for a festive roast dinner.
Our top pick for full-bodied wine
If you enjoy roasted dishes, a bottle of full-bodied wine, like Cabernet Sauvignon, is the best way to elevate your dining. This delicious red wine invites flavours of sweet blackcurrant, blackberry, and cherry fruits along with subtle hints of vanilla oak that will make a heavenly combo with roasted spicy meals.
Day 6: A dessert wine to end your evening on a sweet note.
Our top pick for dessert wine
A delicious sweet treat is a must-have to end your great feast, and a fine bottle of dessert wine is the perfect choice. This dessert wine will pair amazingly with your special holiday desserts like chocolate cakes, pies, cookies, and more.
Day 7: A lively white to bring a touch of brightness to your celebrations.
Our top pick for lively white wine
A beautiful bottle of Vermentino wine is the ideal way to add a lively and refreshing touch to your holiday celebrations. This white wine offers bright acidity and savoury tannins that will surely brighten up your holiday spirits.
Day 8: A fresh, aromatic white to pair with seafood dishes.
Our top pick for aromatic white wine
If you love to enjoy seafood on Christmas, choosing a fresh and aromatic white wine like Moscato is the best wine choice. This exceptional white wine with aromatic flavours of berries and orange blossoms will balance perfectly with your delectable seafood cuisine.
Day 9: A rich Shiraz to share with friends at your holiday gathering.
Our top pick for rich Shiraz wine
Celebrate the festive occasion with your family and friends with an elegant bottle of bold and rich red wine like Shiraz. This red wine with its dark flavours of blackberry and tobacco along with slight earthiness will add more joy and excitement to your fun holiday gatherings.
Day 10: A fruity wine to enjoy with cheese and crackers.
Our top pick for fruity red wine
The best way to enjoy the holidays is by snacking on cheese and crackers with a smooth and fruity red wine like Merlot. This excellent red wine will deliver the fruity flavours of plum with subtle hints of spice and oak that will go well with cheesy dishes and snacks.
Day 11: A zesty Sauvignon Blanc to complement your holiday salads.
Our top pick for Sauvignon Blanc wine
A delightful treat for salad fans is Sauvignon Blanc white wine. This zesty white wine invites tangy and bright flavours with lemony and herbaceous notes and will match flawlessly with fresh and delicious salads, presented on your holiday menu.
Day 12: A rich and full red to pair with hearty stews.
Our top pick for red wine
The Christmas feast is incomplete without rich and spicy stews; a great wine like Shiraz is the ideal red wine choice that complements well with hearty stews. This red wine's deep and spicy flavours of berries and pepper will definitely uplift your taste senses.
Day 13: A festive sparkling wine to celebrate holidays with friends.
Our top pick for sparkling wine
Christmas is just around the corner, and a nice bottle of sparkling wine is the best way to start the celebrations with friends. This stunning bubbly wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grape varieties will be just what you need to uncork this holiday season as we begin the festivities.
Day 14: A refreshing Pinot Noir for a casual family meal.
Our top pick for Pinot Noir wine
Pinot Noir is a gem red wine variety, and it's a perfect red to include in your casual holiday meals with your loved ones. This Pinot Noir offers a fruit-forward taste profile with a smooth yet complex texture that is great for casual sipping on both day and night.
Day 15: A light and crisp white to refresh during your holiday feasts.
Our top pick for white wine
If you're a white wine lover looking for a refreshing wine, a fine glass of Pinot Grigio will pair beautifully with your great holiday special feasts. This light and crisp white wine offers fresh and lively flavours with tempting aromas that will absolutely brighten up your holidays.
Day 16: A smooth red wine for joyful family evenings.
Our top pick for red wine
When spending time with loved ones, a smooth and delicate red wine, such as Grenaches, is great for celebrating wonderful times together. This red wine type is popular for its soft, velvety, and rich flavour profile, making it an excellent choice for an enjoyable holiday dinner.
Day 17: A decadent dessert wine to enjoy after a grand dinner.
Our top pick for dessert wine
Everyone craves something sweet after a big meal, so keep a dessert wine on hand for those delectable treats. This Muscat wine makes an excellent dessert wine, complementing all of your sweet delicacies, which are the best part of festivals.
Day 18: A vibrant red wine to savour during festive summer evenings.
Our top pick for red wine
In Australia, Christmas falls in the summer, and the ideal way to celebrate the festive evenings is with a nice bottle of red wine, such as Pinot Noir. This vibrant red wine captures the flavours and aromas of strawberries and red cherries, providing an appealing and well-rounded experience.
Day 19: A smooth, mellow Chardonnay for relaxing sipping.
Our top pick for Chardonnay wine
When you want to unwind and de-stress from the holiday planning, sip on a glass of smooth and nonchalant white wine like Chardonnay. This excellent white will delight you with delicious notes of peaches and tropical fruits, as well as buttery and lightly toasted oak overtones to give you a sense of calm.
Day 20: A cheery red blend to pair with a holiday charcuterie board.
Our top pick for red blend wine
Holidays aren't complete without spending time with friends and family over a charcuterie board, and pairing it with a flavourful red blend wine is the cherry on top. This lively red blend will go well with your preferred charcuterie board, which includes fruits, cheese, bread, and more.
Day 21: A luxurious vintage Champagne for a special toast.
Our top pick for Champagne
Everything about Christmas is special, from preparing the most delicious dishes to choosing fine wines for a special toast. A magnificent and premium bottle of Champagne is the ideal way to celebrate the season of giving. This bubbly and citrussy wine is all you need to start the party.
Day 22: A sparkling Rosé to toast to festive memories.
Our top pick for sparkling rosé
The holidays are meant to be celebrated with family and friends, and recalling the past festive memories over a fine glass of wine gives immense joy. A sparkling rosé brings a different kind of excitement and cheers to the festive occasion. With its delicate bubbles and delightful flavours of raspberry and strawberry, this sparkling gem is not only a wine but a celebration in a bottle.
Day 23: A premium red blend to begin the festive countdown.
Our top pick for red blend
As Christmas Eve approaches, ramp up the excitement with a superb mix of the greatest red grape varietals; a red blend will fill you with delight. This red mix will take you on a gourmet journey through blueberries, red berries, and red spicy cedar undertones, offering an unforgettable experience.
Day 24: A premium white wine to enjoy with a holiday turkey.
Our top pick for white wine
Finally, it's Merry Eve, and the festivities are about to begin, with everyone coming around to enjoy savoury turkey and an exquisite bottle of white wine. This superb Chardonnay will be fully appreciated and enjoyed with each bite and sip, and it is sure to keep getting better, offering an overwhelming joy to your holidays.
Day 25: A celebratory Champagne to end the season in style.
Our top pick for Champagne
Cheers to Christmas, filled with excitement, laughter, and happiness with a perfect and celebratory toast over the finest bottle of Champagne. With crisp, elegant bubbles and refined citrus notes, this Champagne adds a perfect sense of luxury to your Christmas celebrations.
With 25 days of festive wines to try, Just Wines has a bottle for each day to make your countdown more special. Gather your family and friends, sip and enjoy these holiday wines, and make this holiday season extraordinary. Cheers to wonderful moments, great people, and delicious wine! Merry Christmas from Just Wines!
