When preparing for Christmas gatherings, having a selection of wines complementing the savory dishes will enhance the festive spirit. Here are six delicious wines to consider for your celebrations. Depending on the size of your gathering and the preferences of your family and friends, you should stock up on more than one bottle of each to ensure everyone enjoys their favorites.
Riesling is generally a misunderstood grape. It can be generalized as a fruit-forward, sometimes tart, or even sweet. However, when you get to savor Riesling from Alsace, you get to appreciate this white grape at its fullest.
Trimbach Riesling Réserve is a classic coming from the French wine region Alsace and has aromas of lemon peel, honeyed fruit, and menthol on the nose. This elegant Riesling is full-body dry, and mineral is a worthy accompaniment to many dishes such as appetizers selfish all the way to the Traditional Christmas Turkey, Pork chops, Asian cuisine, or Salmon.
During the summer, I rediscovered Sauvignon Blanc. I was blown away during the virtual tasting with Saget La Perrière as I learned they were aging Sauvignon Blanc in natural caves. Hence, I had to include this beautiful expression of Sauvignon Blanc.
The wine is very fruity, powerful, and generous on the palate, with a light citrus freshness on the end palate. Saget La Perrière Sancerre is well-balanced and harmonious and perfectly served as an aperitif along with goat cheeses, pate, or paired with poultry, fish in white sauce.
Let’s celebrate the spirit of Beaujolais! This year I discovered Beaujonomie, the Spirit of Beaujolais. Particularly, Château de La Chaize Brouilly is aromatic with notes of raspberry and violets. The palate offers depth and lively acidity, a hint of spices with silky tannins. It is the perfect wine to enjoy with a slight chill. Pair with fish, romeritos, chicken, wild mushrooms, and flavorful cheeses.
The 6 Wines for Christmas will be incomplete without not just one but a couple of Beaujolais. I was so scared of the word Morgon words in years past. However, this year thanks to great importers and Beaujolais experiences, I had the pleasure to experience Beaujonomie and discover the friendly character of Beaujolais.
This Morgon 2019 from Chateau de Pizay has black fruits and medium acidity, perfect for enjoying classic Christmas Turkey or even Salmon.
Chianti Classico is a charming and inviting wine, known for its versatility and appeal among a wide range of wine lovers. When paired thoughtfully with the right dishes, it truly shines as a delightful and crowd-pleasing choice that enhances any dining experience.
Rocca delle Maccie Chianti Classico is an exquisite example from the region, produced exclusively with grapes from estates situated in the heart of the historical Chianti Classico zone. The palate has medium tannins, black and red berry fruit flavors medium to full-bodied with rich, well-structured but smooth tannins. Pairs delicious with the spaghetti’s, meat and even cured cheeses.
The Bobal and Mencia grapes showed me how little I knew about the South-East of Spain this year. Through the Spain Great Match event where I could pour these great wines, I learned that these grapes were used for blending purposes only but having a 100% Bobal is such a treasure in one’s hand.
This 100% Bobal red wine showcases violets and red berries on the aromas and on the palate and subtle tannins and low acidity that make it great to pair with light fatty meats as NY Strip Steak, Veal, Poultry, or even Portobello Mushrooms.
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