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Perfect White Wine Pairings with Christmas Feast

It's officially the time for kindness and goodwill. Santa is about to knock on our doors to spread love and joy. As Christmas festivities begin to kick off, you should definitely start preparing gifts for loved ones as well as a grand feast. With a great feast comes a great wine to pair your delicious delights with the right wine choice. Let's talk about light, crisp and wonderful whites that are ideal and versatile to pair with the best dishes. So, to ensure nothing is ordinary this festive season, this guide will help you make your holiday extraordinary with these perfect white wine pairings for your Christmas feast.


Top Five White Wine Pairings to Delight in Festive Treats

White wines are the ideal choice to match your delectable Christmas dishes. Whether it is a crisp and buttery Chardonnay or a full-bodied and rich Pinot Grigio, these whites will add more joy to your festivities. What fits what best? We are here for that! These are the top five white wine varieties that will pair greatly with your popular Christmas dishes, perfectly balancing the flavours of both wine and food. Let the festivities begin!


1. A Holiday Classic: Chardonnay with Turkey

When it comes to white wine, Chardonnay is one of the top picks for white wine lovers. It is the most versatile wine variety that matches perfectly with various kinds of dishes. Whereas a Christmas feast is incomplete without wonderful turkey, complementing it with a good bottle of Chardonnay will be the perfect pairing to remember throughout the holidays.


Toast the Season with Our Top Chardonnay Pick

Opal Ridge Semillon Chardonnay

 

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2. A Seasonal Delight: Sauvignon Blanc with Smoked Salmon

Christmas is all about spending time with your loved ones with a delicious feast and wines at the table. When talking about Christmas food, Smoked salmon is always the classic dish to begin the celebration. If you're looking for the right white wine to pair with this tasty and savoury smoked salmon, then a top-quality Sauvignon Blanc is the ideal choice to elevate your dining this festival season. Sauvignon Blanc is best known for its fresh and zesty flavours that are perfect to liven up the holiday spirit.


Toast the Season with Our Top Sauvignon Blanc Pick

Jack Rabbit Sauvignon Blanc White Wine

 

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3. Delight in Desserts: Sparkling White with Christmas Cake

Any celebration is incomplete without a fine bottle of sparkling wine, especially when it's the time for jingle bells. Christmas is a perfect holiday season to indulge in your favourite desserts, and one of them is the must-have Christmas cake. A beautiful bottle of sparkling white is a great wine choice to enjoy the best flavours of cake and wine with added pretty bubbles. Sparkling white wines are like a celebration in a bottle, and what could be a better way to sparkle up your Christmas festivities? Enjoy the lovely bubbles with your favourite dessert and have a delightful treat.


Toast the Season with Our Top Sparkling White Pick

Willowglen Sparkling Brut

 

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4. A Merry Match: Pinot Grigio with Chicken

Christmas dinners always contain the tastiest chicken recipes, which have become a must-have meal to pair with wine. A full-bodied Pinot Grigio wine is the perfect match for chicken-based recipes if you're searching for a white wine to combine with your delicious chicken dishes. You should absolutely attempt this combination as it's perfect for your Christmas treat.


Toast the Season with Our Top Pinot Grigio Pick

Hardys VR Pinot Grigio White Wine

 

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5. A Joyous Pairing: White Blend with Minced Pie

One of the most popular desserts during the festive season in the UK is minced pie, which is one of many delectable desserts that you simply can't miss. Minced pie is a delicious combination of sweet and spicy flavours that pairs well with White Blend wine. This incredible combo will be a match made in heaven. If you are curious about this unique wine pairing, include it in your Christmas feast and savour the best flavours and sweet delights with your loved ones.


Toast the Season with Our Top White Blend Pick

C Capela White DOC

 

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Christmas is a special occasion, and with these wonderful pairings with Just Wines' greatest collection of white wines, you can elevate your celebration even more. Although pairing food with white wine is totally subjective and depends on your personal taste, you can discover unique pairings on your own as long as you enjoy both food and wine. This wine pairing guide from Just Wines will help you choose the right wine. Cheers, and Celebrate the Season with Perfect Pairings!

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