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Top Wine Gift Ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas 2024

A Celebration of Versatility in Wines

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Wine is an integral part of holiday celebrations for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or corporate events. If you’re looking for a top wine gift, a corporate wine gift for B2B incentives, or the perfect Christmas party favor, we’ve got you covered.

Explore with us: We have selected expert wine picks, including Beaujolais Nouveau! This year’s release timed perfectly on 21st November 2024, plus versatile wines to please all tastes, and the best holiday-themed and all year round wine experiences.

The Best Holiday Wines: Wines to Rule the Season

As the holidays approach, it’s time to start thinking about the perfect wine gift. From crisp whites to rich reds, here are exceptional wines that will elevate your holiday gatherings.

Beaujolais Nouveau: A Holiday Tradition

Bateaux La Vedette Paris Boat Trip Beaujolais Nouveau stewarthilluk.comA versatile wine that fits perfectly into both Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations. Released every year on the third Thursday of November, this fresh and fruity wine brings a touch of excitement to the season. Its ease of drinkability and festive release make it a fantastic choice for holiday meals, pairing wonderfully with turkey and traditional fare.

‘Why Choose Beaujolais Nouveau?’, you ask…
  • Easy Drinkability: Thanks to carbonic maceration (whole berry fermentation), Beaujolais Nouveau maintains its fresh, fruity profile, making it the go-to wine for casual and festive occasions.Perfect for
  • Immediate Enjoyment: With a short maturation period, Beaujolais Nouveau is ideal for drinking right away and not meant for long-term storage.
  • Great Thanksgiving Pairing: This wine complements the flavours of roasted turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, making it a Thanksgiving favorite.

Bonus Tip: Beaujolais Nouveau can be an excellent corporate wine gift or B2B incentive for companies looking to impress clients with something unique and celebratory.

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Versatile Wines for Every Holiday Table

Not every holiday wine needs to be a collector’s item. Some of the best wines are those that are accessible, versatile, and pair well with multiple dishes. We have chosen some delightful beverages that are perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings where guests will be indulging in various dishes

  • Pinot Noir: Light and aromatic, Pinot Noir pairs well with everything from turkey to ham.The Finest to You stewarthilluk.com wines
  • Chardonnay: Whether oaked or unoaked, Chardonnay’s richness and acidity make it a versatile choice for multiple courses.
  • Zinfandel: Known for its bold fruit flavors, perfect for rich holiday meals, from roast meats to hearty sides.

Corporate Wine Gifts:

B2B Incentives and Award Ideas

Holiday gift-giving extends beyond personal circles, making it a great opportunity to thank clients and reward employees. Corporate wine gifts are a thoughtful way to show appreciation and celebrate the season.

Top Corporate Wine Gift Ideas:
  • Beaujolais Nouveau: A festive and memorable gift for the holiday season.
  • Wine Collections: A curated selection of fine wines that offer a taste of luxury.
  • Wine Experiences: Send clients and colleagues on wine-tasting experiences or vineyard tours as a reward for their hard work.Wine tours and Tastings education with stewarthilluk.com
  • Luxury Wine Books: For wine enthusiasts, books like The Impossible Collection of Wine by Enrico Bernardo offer a glimpse into the world’s most exceptional wines. This collectible treasure features rare vintage bottles and celebrates the artistry behind great wines.

Gift Ideas for Corporate Holiday Events:

  • Wine Tasting Parties: Host a corporate wine-tasting event, featuring expert-curated selections that align with the company’s holiday theme.thanksgiving spread food and wine events
  • Customized Wine Accessories: From engraved corkscrews to branded wine glasses, these personalized touches can make your B2B wine gift even more special.

Christmas Party Favors: Perfect for Every Guest

Wine-themed Christmas party favors are a wonderful way to spread festive cheer and offer guests a little something to remember the occasion by. Here are a few ideas:

  • Mini Bottles of Wine: Gift your guests with mini bottles of wine from your holiday selection. These small bottles are perfect for a personalized touch and are ideal for guests to take home after your event.

  • Wine Accessories as Favors:

  • Wine Stoppers: Elegant and functional, wine stoppers are a practical favor that adds a touch of sophistication to any party.
  •  Customized Wine Glasses: Personalize wine glasses with guests’ names or a holiday message, turning them into a keepsake.
    • Select your country or region and start puzzling with these wine puzzles from Water and WineWine Puzzles and Games: For wine lovers who enjoy a challenge, wine-themed puzzles are a fun and unique gift idea. One example is the Spanish Wine Puzzle that explores Spain’s wine culture. Featuring regions like Rioja and Ribera del Duero, this puzzle doubles as a decorative element and a conversation starter.
Beaujolais Nouveau: Worth Collecting?

While Beaujolais Nouveau isn’t designed for long-term aging, it’s an excellent wine. It is perfect for those looking to enjoy something fresh, fruity, and celebratory in the short term. If you’re a serious wine collector, you may also want to explore other exceptional vintages from the 20th century.

From our sources and the best Sommeliers in the business, Notable Wines for Collectors:
1928 Krug Champagne
1951 Penfolds Grange Bin 95
1973 Stag’s Leap Estate SLV

These wines are a significant investment for wine connoisseurs (The Impossible Collection of Wine, Assouline.)

Bonus Wine Trend: Wine Experiences

Incorporating wine experiences into corporate incentives and gift-giving has become a growing trend. Whether it’s booking a private tasting at a vineyard or sommelier-led classes, these experiences provide an opportunity to explore the world of wine in an immersive way.

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Looking for a unique incentive idea? Consider gifting employees or clients a wine education experience. Wine Folly and WSAT offer fantastic resources for those who want to dive deeper into the world of wine.

Make the Holidays Memorable with Wine

Whether you’re gifting a Beaujolais Nouveau, hosting a corporate wine event, or preparing Christmas party favors, wine can enhance your holiday celebrations. With expert wine picks, the versatility of wines like Beaujolais, and unique corporate top wine gift options.  You’re sure to impress your guests and clients alike.The Festive Season Goodie Bag stewarthilluk.com

Explore More:
Browse: We were intoxicated by the Best Holiday Wines at Wine Spectator, Top Wines 2024

Shop: Our favourites with Customizable Wine Gifts at Etsy.com

 

Let this holiday season be filled with great wine, great company, and unforgettable moments. Cheers!

 

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Ben Salisbury, Founder and President of Salisbury Creative Group is a consultant, coach, content creator, public speaker, thought leader, subject matter expert, and entrepreneur for the wine and spirits industry.

His expertise in sales and marketing strategy has accumulated over four decades of work with some of the largest adult beverage companies in the world, including Ste Michelle Wine Estates and Constellation Brands.

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Lucilda Stewart

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Lucilda is the managing director and founder of Stewart-Hill Wines.  She manages general day to day running of the business, as well as key relationships with both key personnel and a dedicated team of consultants.  Lucilda also travels to overseas destinations to meet with distributors, wholesalers and retailers.  She commends the evolution of her wine journey, to her dedicated team of professionals and strong family ties.  The accolades by the US Wine Ratings 2023, which led to silver awards for their Orchida Negra (Crianza), Malbec labels and a silver award for their Rose by London Wine Competition, demonstrates the integrity of their wines and Lucilda’s indomitable will to succeed.

Lucilda studied at the Inns of Court School of Law and graduated from UCL London University in 1992.   She is a former lawyer,  who created her own legal niche company, working as an intermediary in accordance with the Bar Council’s direct public access to barristers scheme.  Her interest in wine, began many years earlier from casual tastings, training culminated in a Department of International Trade visit to Rioja Spain where she commenced discussions with wineries and honing her skills in wine exporting.

In 2014, Lucilda developed her own private label wine brand, working and investing in award winning wineries in Argentina and Spain.  Her dedication over the last 10 years, has led to award-winning varietals for B2B exports.