1 x Ridgeview - Bloomsbury NV
Aperitif: Many households kick off Christmas Day with a festive drink such as Champagne, Buck’s Fizz, Bellini, or any sparkling wine to embrace the holiday spirit. This year, we’re featuring Ridgeview Bloomsbury NV, an English sparkling wine crafted in the traditional method using classic Champagne grape varieties. With fresh citrus notes and subtle hints of melon and honey, this wine serves as the perfect aperitif. It pairs beautifully with seafood starters or canapés. Fun fact: this was the official wine served during the Queen's Diamond Jubilee!
1 x Domaine William Fevre - Chablis
Starter: For many, Christmas starters often include prawn cocktails, scallops, oysters, smoked salmon, or other seafood delicacies. A Chablis is an excellent match for these dishes, thanks to its oily and salty undertones. It also complements creamy textures like pâtés and faux gras. If you have any Chablis left over, consider pairing it with soft goat cheese or brie for a delightful combination.
2 x Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Côte du Py
Main Course: For the main course we’ve chosen the Jean-Marc Burgaud’s Morgon Côte du Py, a superb example of Cru Beaujolais made from 100% Gamay. Sourced from one of Morgon’s most celebrated sites, this wine offers concentrated dark fruit flavours like cherry and plum, framed by vibrant acidity, fine tannins and a minerally finish that keeps the palate fresh. It’s a wonderfully food-friendly red that pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, ham or a festive nut roast, and will complement honey-roast vegetables and rich gravy. Its structure and savoury profile also make it a great match for meats with deeper flavours. Any leftover bottles will also stand up to mature cheeses on the board.
1 x Dandelion Vineyards Legacy of Australia Barossa Valley Pedro Ximénez NV (Half Bottle)
Dessert: This delightful dessert wine pairs exquisitely with traditional Christmas fruitcake, various desserts, and blue cheese.
1 x Quinta do Vallado - 10 Year Old Tawny Port NV (Half Litre)
Cheese Board: This Tawny Port is a perfect accompaniment for stilton cheese, as the sweetness of the port balances the saltiness of the cheese. Port also pairs beautifully with hard cheeses like mature cheddar. However, it's best to avoid pairing it with soft cheeses like brie; save those for your leftover sparkling wine, Chablis, or Brouilly!
