Master Selection: Holiday 6 Bottle Collection
A festive and versatile six-pack designed to pair with every course of your holiday feast.
This curated six-pack brings together soulful bottles from around the world, each selected to elevate a moment around the table. From a rare single-varietal Champagne to classic Sancerre, and from Austrian Blaufränkisch to iconic Italian Brunello and a crowd-pleasing Napa Valley red, this collection has every course covered.
NV Champagne Francis Orban, Meunier "Extra Brut"
The Specialist's Aperitif - Vallée de la Marne, Champagne, France
We begin with a rare treat: a Champagne made from 100% Pinot Meunier. Francis Orban is a champion of this often-overlooked grape, and this bottling showcases its bright, fruity, and expressive character. With a very low dosage (Extra Brut), this is a pure, unadorned look at Meunier that is perfect for welcoming guests and pairing with a wide array of appetizers.
- Grape: Pinot Meunier
- Tasting Notes: Green apple, citrus peel, white flowers, brioche
- Pairing: Oysters, smoked salmon blinis, gougères, charcuterie
2024 Bernabeleva, Camino de Navaherreros Blanco
High-Altitude Spanish White - Vinos de Madrid, Spain
From the granite soils of the Sierra de Gredos mountains near Madrid, this blend of Albillo and Macabeo is a revelation. It is a crisp, aromatic, and incredibly refreshing white wine that glides between ripe orchard fruit and crushed-stone minerality. A versatile white that is a fantastic match for roast turkey or chicken.
- Grapes: Albillo, Macabeo
- Tasting Notes: White peach, lemon zest, alpine herbs, wet stone
- Pairing: Roast turkey, chicken, seafood paella, Manchego croquettes
2024 Domaine Curot Sancerre Blanc
Classic Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc - Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
No holiday table is complete without a classic Sancerre. This bottling from Domaine Curot is a benchmark example, with its zesty citrus notes, flinty minerality, and vibrant acidity. It's the perfect wine to pair with salads, vegetable dishes, and lighter seafood preparations.
- Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
- Tasting Notes: Grapefruit, lime zest, crushed stones, gooseberry
- Pairing: Goat cheese salad, asparagus, grilled shrimp, herb-roasted vegetables
2021 Weingut Schreiner, Blaufränkisch (Liter)
The Austrian Crowd-Pleaser - Burgenland, Austria
This liter-sized bottle of Blaufränkisch is perfect for a crowd. It's a juicy, medium-bodied red with notes of dark cherry, blackberry, and a hint of spice. With its bright acidity and smooth tannins, it's an incredibly versatile food wine that can handle everything from ham to duck to roasted pork.
- Grape: Blaufränkisch
- Tasting Notes: Dark cherry, blackberry, black pepper, violets
- Pairing: Glazed ham, roast duck, pork loin, mushroom dishes
2018 Campinovi, Brunello di Montalcino
The Italian Centerpiece - Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Replacing the Barolo, this Brunello di Montalcino from Campinovi brings a touch of Tuscan elegance to the table. Made from 100% Sangiovese, it is a powerful and structured wine with notes of red cherry, leather, and spice. It's the perfect wine to pour with the main course, especially if it's a hearty roast.
- Grape: Sangiovese
- Tasting Notes: Red cherry, dried herbs, leather, tobacco, spice
- Pairing: Prime rib, beef tenderloin, lamb roast, aged Parmesan
2023 Chris Hamilton Cellars, Red Wine, Napa Valley
The California Finale - Napa Valley, California, USA
This crowd-pleasing Napa Valley red blend is the perfect way to round out the evening. It's a rich, full-bodied wine with notes of dark fruit, cassis, and a hint of oak. It's a fantastic match for a cheese course or simply for sipping by the fire after dinner.
- Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon blend
- Tasting Notes: Blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate, vanilla, oak
- Pairing: Cheese course, dark chocolate desserts, fireside sipping