A Stunning Wine Selection for a Special Christmas

The Aperitif

Il Papavero Prosecco Brut

For any celebratory occasion a glass of fizz is always required and Il Papavero Prosecco Brut makes the ideal “aperitivo”. Dry fresh and light with a lemony nose and a crisp fresh almond mid palate. A nice fresh mousse and very typical. Apart from making an excellent start to a meal with cheese straws or nuts, it can also be drunk as a refreshingly dry counterpoint to a very sweet desert, or instead of a still white wine with fish or cold meats and salads.

The Starters

Le Coin Sauvignon Gris & Blanc

Next up, is Le Coin Sauvignon Gris & Blanc. Well made and interesting as a blend of Sauvignon Gris, which has a mineral, smoky and herby flavours and the bright fruity citrus freshness of Sauvignon Blanc. This bright wine has good weight and intensity and can be drunk with light meats, fish, either grilled or with a creamy sauce, and salads. Perfect for your traditional prawn cocktail!

Sunday Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc

Wine No. 3 is the stunning Sunday Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand. Very bright crisp typical NZ Sauvignon, with some tropical passion fruit and pineapple as well as clean citrus flavours. This wine is a deluxe version of Laithwaites most popular Sunday Bay, made with only the finest, more premier grapes from the best years. A real treat that is good with fish and shellfish. Perhaps a seafood platter, a statement in the centre of the table, with a statement wine to compliment.

Queen Bee Viognier

Wine No. 4 is Queen Bee Viognier from South Africa. This is a rich aromatic dry white, with lots of tropical fruit and a nice crisp finish. Interestingly the flavours developed and improved substantially the second day of opening, this young wine needs to “breath”. A wine to be drunk with smoked fish (salmon) and cold cuts. Ideal if you're planning finger food and canapes.

The Main Course

Le Prince de Courthezon Cotes Du Rhone

Moving onto mains, wine no. 5 is Le Prince de Courthezon 2019 Cotes du Rhone. Typical, dark wild berry fruit, with spicy black olive savoury character. Well made by one of the Rhone’s top co-operatives, this wine is a perfect match for roast Turkey or other roasts.

Arquero Malbec

Wine No. 6 is Arquero San Juan Malbec from Argentina. Lots of dark fruit, spicy herb character underpinning the rich fruitiness. A wine for grilled and roast meats. The sweet fruit in this wine acts like cranberry sauce with a turkey, and red currant jelly with Lamb.

Black Stump Reserve Shiraz

Wine No. 7 is the well know customer favourite, Black Stump Reserve Shiraz from Australia. This big, juicy Shiraz has masses of dark sweet fruit with a spicy black pepper finish and a bite of pleasant fresh acidity. Great with roasted red meats and stews. A real winter warmer that will keep you reaching for a top up.

To Finish

Andreson Fine Ruby Port

Finally, to round of this Christmas Case - wine no. 8 is the Andreson Fine Ruby Port. A good class Ruby, perfect after a big meal or just a small glass during the Christmas holiday. It is very nicely made with a lovely balance of fruit, acidity and alcohol. Very good with stilton or blue cheeses, sweets and chocolates, or just on its own! The perfect wind down tipple after a long day.

So there you have it, all the Christmas Day Wines you could possibly need to pair with your festive meal and throughout the holiday - all wrapped up in one fantastic value case from Laithwaite's Wine. Grab yours TODAY!