Master Selection: Holiday 6 Bottle Collection
A festive and versatile six-pack designed to pair with every course of your holiday feast.
The season of gathering calls for wines that carry conversation as easily as they carry flavor—from the first pop of bubbles to the last toast of the night. 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 Barolo and California Zinfandel, 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
Sancerre is a holiday classic for a reason. Its zesty acidity and flinty minerality make it a perfect partner for lighter dishes and creamy sides. This bottling from Domaine Curot is a benchmark example, with notes of grapefruit, gooseberry, and a hint of smokiness. It is a wine of great precision and energy.
- Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
- Tasting Notes: Grapefruit, gooseberry, flint, white flowers
- Pairing: Goat cheese salad, asparagus risotto, grilled fish
2021 Weingut Schreiner, Blaufränkisch (Liter)
The Perfect Red for Ham or Duck - Burgenland, Austria
This liter-sized bottle of Austrian Blaufränkisch is a crowd-pleaser. It is a medium-bodied red with bright acidity and spicy, red-fruited character. It is the ideal wine for cutting through the richness of holiday fare, especially glazed ham, roasted duck, or mushroom dishes.
- Grape: Blaufränkisch
- Tasting Notes: Sour cherry, blackberry, black pepper, earth
- Pairing: Glazed ham, roast duck, mushroom strudel
2019 Collina San Ponzio, Barolo
The King of Wines for the Main Course - Piedmont, Italy
No holiday feast is complete without a show-stopping red. This classic Barolo from Collina San Ponzio is just that. Made from 100% Nebbiolo, it is a powerful, structured, and aromatic wine with notes of red cherry, rose petals, and a hint of tar. It is the perfect partner for prime rib, beef tenderloin, or any hearty roast.
- Grape: Nebbiolo
- Tasting Notes: Red cherry, rose petal, tar, licorice
- Pairing: Prime rib, beef tenderloin, truffle pasta
2022 Ridge Zinfandel, Stone Ranch
A California Classic for the Cheese Course - Alexander Valley, California
We conclude with a classic California Zinfandel from one of the state's most iconic producers. Ridge's Stone Ranch Zinfandel is a rich, full-bodied, and spicy red that is perfect for winding down the evening. It is a fantastic match for a cheese board, or even a rich chocolate dessert.
- Grape: Zinfandel
- Tasting Notes: Ripe blackberry, black cherry, baking spice, vanilla
- Pairing: Aged cheddar, blue cheese, dark chocolate torte