The Best Wine Gifts For Vino Enthusiasts, From Advent Calendars To Britpop Fizz

Christmas is the season for eating, drinking, and being merry. And at the heart of this magic and merriment lies the dinner table, laden with delectable dishes and, of course, enough wine to see you through to next year. For those of us who indulge, no festive occasion is complete without a tipple or two. Whether it’s accompanying the sizzle of the roast turkey or simply coming as your plus one to a party, wine is celebration in liquid form. And that’s why it makes for a bloody good gift too...

When it comes to finding the perfect Christmas gift for all the personalities on your list, it can get overwhelming fast. What one person adores, another may find completely unappealing. That's where wine comes to the rescue. A good bottle of wine is always going to go down well, provided they partake in a little grape-based indulgence. But we're not talking about merely grabbing any old bottle of plonk. Much like any Christmas gift, it's all about showing you've put some thought into it. Fortunately, the world of wine is a treasure trove, catering to every preference. Whether your lucky recipient is a fan of crisp whites, robust reds, delicate rosés, effervescent champagnes, or sparkling delights, there's a wine for every taste – and every budget too. But just because you like drinking the stuff doesn’t always mean you know much about it. Luckily, when it comes to finding that perfect bottle, Laithwaites is one of the best places on the internet to explore.

With a heritage dating back to 1969, they've curated an extensive selection of wines over the years that caters to a diverse audience, focusing on working closely with small, family winemakers to ensure you get to experience labels that you won’t always find on your supermarket shelves. Whether you consider yourself a connoisseur or count yourself as one of most clueless wine drinkers out there, everyone is guaranteed to come out with something impressive thanks to the 1000s of customer ratings and Laithwaites own recommendations to use as a guide.

And if after reading those you’re still not sure where to start, we can certainly help. First up, Laithwaites wine advent calendars! Their trio of best-selling wine advent calendars are back by popular demand and they make an amazing gift for anyone who loves nothing more than to settle into the sofa with a glass of vino on a winter’s eve. What better way to count down the days to Christmas than with a daily dose of wine? It's like a grown-up version of the traditional chocolate advent calendar, and it's a great way to explore various wines and discover new favourites.

If you’re after one great bottle to bring with you to a dinner, gift to family or treat someone special, Laithwaites has also just announced its 'Wines of the Year' for 2023. Shoppable either by the bottle or conveniently curated into cases of red, white, or mixed varieties, these are the bottles which have been awarded 5-star customer reviews throughout the year. Laithwaites then conduct a final re-tasting with its resident experts – ensuring these wines are at their absolute best to offer exceptional drinking experiences.

So this Christmas, don't stress over finding the perfect gift. Keep it simple (but effective) with a no-brainer bottle of wine from Laithwaites. We’ll cheers to that!

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