Break out the special glasses, raise them high and leave no occasion un-dazzled — the holiday season of tastefully over-the-top is underway. Our expert Wine Team circled 15+ soiree-friendly bottles on their list and organized them to help you choose the right pour for the right moment. So all you have to do is celebrate. Just as festive? Select wines are on sale 11/2/22 — 1/3/23.*
Exclusively for Prime members in select ZIP codes.
For Gifting, Hosting and Toasting
Bon Ami Cuvée Rosé Brut
Plucked from the high altitudes of France, the red fruits of this sparkler lead the way with pronounced strawberry and raspberry notes. Go pink or go home!
This is a great way to say “thank you” as you walk through the door.
Jacques Bardelot Champagne Brut
Delicate apple aromas followed by fresh flavors of citrus, pear and white peach with a crisp finish. Fine bubbles.
Pair with festive celebrations, creamy cheeses and passed hors d’oeuvres.
DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon
This cabernet is robust and full-bodied on the palate with flavors of black cherry, cassis and wild boysenberry. The velvety finish has hints of vanilla, black olive and fine leather. A bottle to impress!
When you gift this bottle to a friend, it says you both have good taste.
Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc 2021
This lip smacker boasts the best of both Napa and Suisun Valley with a crispy, zesty kumquat flavor and aromas of ripened honeydew and blooming honeysuckle. In a word, refreshing!
Served slightly chilled, this “thank you” will warm any host’s heart.
Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Expressive aromas of red cherry, savory spice and graham cracker comingle with a bright acidity and long finish, plus hints of sea salt. A hearty pour released from 100% French oak barrels.
A C-Suite favorite that’ll make your boss soooooo happy.
Pascal Clément Savigny Les Beaune 2021
A pinot noir of the highest caliber, with aromas of fresh strawberries, forest floor and sandalwood. On the palate, taste cool red fruits and a medium finish of gingerbread crumble. Savor. Every. Sip.
A one-of-a-kind vintage for a one-of-a-kind person.
Very Charcuterie and Dessert-ie
19 Crimes Cali Gold Sparkling Wine
This off-dry, fruity and floral sparkling is utterly sippable from party start to party finish. A passion project from renaissance-man Snoop Dogg in partnership with 19 Crimes, this crisp white is sunny Cali in your glass.
Hors d'oeuvres and apps get a lift from this easy going pour.
Ardèche Chardonnay la Gravette
Straw-colored, this chardonnay blends delicate aromas of white flowers and acacia. Full-bodied and fruity, with a well-balanced finish. It charms any mild dish but shines as an aperitif.
Pairs particularly well with festive charcuterie boards.
Black Box Pinot Grigio
Party-sized and perfect for sharing, with wonderful notes of lime and a green apple aroma. Made with organic grapes, here’s a well-balanced crisper that’ll have you saving pours for yourself.
Gruyère cheeses stand out with this perfect pairing.
Pizzolato Prosecco Brut
Made with organic grapes, this sparkling brut tickles the nose with white spring flower, beeswax and pear. And the tongue? Flavors of Rennet apples and lemon.
A pleasant +1 for the dessert course. More dessert? More wine.
Croft Reserve Tawny Porto
Cardamom, spice, butterscotch and elegant red currant on the palate. Matured in-cask for seven years after blending.
Pair with dried fruit or figs. Standout alongside desserts made with nuts.
Big Wines for the Big Table
Salcheto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2018
Full-bodied, rich and textured with smooth tannins. Cedar, earth, tea and balsamic notes contrast with forest fruit. Made with organic grapes.
Try it with pappa al pomodoro and dishes with cooked tomatoes and herbs.
Criterion New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
Enjoy the cherished result of long hot days and cool nights on New Zealand’s southern island. Bursting with tropical citrus notes with a balanced minerality, this refresher abounds with character.
Boastfully teams with halibut in lemon butter and fresh oysters.
Cuvée Papale Chateauneuf Du Pape Red
This holiday, transport yourself to France’s Rhone Valley via this vintage. Deep dark cherry with licorice and black pepper notes. A body both smooth and strong.
Marries well with grilled red meats, smoked brisket and spicy dishes.
Oregon Trails Wine Company Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
This northwest shining star impresses with vibrant flavors of red cherry, black tea and cranberry, accompanied by accents of baking spice. That warm fuzzy feeling? Picking the right pour.
Feasting on wild mushroom bruschetta or grilled salmon? Choose me!
*Valid 11/2/22 — 1/3/23 unless otherwise stated. U.S. only. Offer only valid for select wines as marked in-store. Select wines may not be available at all Whole Foods Markets. Please check with our team members for select wines on sale. Prices as marked. Quantity limits apply. While supplies last. Quantities limited. No rain checks except where required by law. Sale prices not legally available in all stores. Offer cannot be combined with case discounts where prohibited by law. Case discount limited to in-store and select U.S. stores. Must be 21+. Please drink responsibly.
