Hampshire &amp; Isle of Wight


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<p>It’s a big build-up for a single day of celebration – so all the more reason not to default to your usual weekend grab and go wine and upgrade to something just a leetle bit fancier this year. But with a bewildering array of wines out there, the big question is – what to pick and how to pair it?</p>



<p>The UK’s oldest fine wine and spirit merchants, Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd has it’s iconic London store on Pall Mall and another brilliant shop right here in Hampshire, just on the outskirts of Basingstoke.</p>



<p>Who better then than their fine wine experts to suggest some super bottles for the festive table? From fizz to pud and pies, here’s a few of their top picks and tasting notes for wines that’ll be drinking rather nicely this Christmas.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Raise a glass to some tasty champagne</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="667" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Champagne-and-christmas-gifts-min-1000x667.jpg" alt="Champagne and Christmas gifts on a table. Best champagne for Christmas, Berry Bros &amp; Rudd Christmas wines " class="wp-image-29161" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Champagne-and-christmas-gifts-min-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Champagne-and-christmas-gifts-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Champagne-and-christmas-gifts-min-768x513.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Champagne-and-christmas-gifts-min-787x525.jpg 787w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Champagne-and-christmas-gifts-min.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-10008006374-berry-bros-and-rudd-champagne-by-mailly-grand-cru-brut?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Champagne by Mailly, Grand Cru, Brut</a>, </strong>£32.00</p>



<p>A delicious blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the north-facing Grand Cru vineyards in the village of Mailly, this fine-bubbled Champagne foams white gold in the glass, the palate is wrapped in white stone fruit and toasted brioche notes and will inject delight to any festive occasion. A perfectly balanced Champagne for Christmas morning, it’ll also make a refreshing palate cleanser between courses.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Good for the goose</h2>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-20168006198-2016-berry-bros-and-rudd-barolo-by-giovanni-rosso-piedmont?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2016 Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Barolo by Giovanni Rosso, Piedmont</a>,</strong> £29.95</p>



<p>To match strongly flavoured and fatty goose meat you’ll need a robust red. This ripe Barolo is perfect, with tannins and acidity to cut through the meat, and enough floral perfume to act as an elegant counterpoint.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Let’s talk turkey</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="2249" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min.jpg" alt="White wine and crackers on a Christmas table.  Best wine for Christmas, Berry Bros &amp; Rudd Christmas wines. " class="wp-image-29158" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min-534x800.jpg 534w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min-667x1000.jpg 667w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Rudd-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-White-5-min-350x525.jpg 350w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Depending on the sides, and how you make your gravy, turkey can actually be extremely versatile for wine matching with either a rich white wine like a white Burgundy or a smooth red.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-20218004282-2021-berry-bros-and-rudd-white-burgundy-by-collovray-and-terrier?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2021 Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd White Burgundy by Collovray &amp; Terrier</a>,</strong> £16.95</p>



<p>This is a charming wine has a wonderful blend of ripe white stone-fruit and crisp acidity. Well-judged oak ageing lends a subtle hazelnut character to the thirst-quenching finish. Not so heavy it will overpower the meal, but more complex than a Chablis, this is the sweet spot for Christmas whites.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-20198006387-2019-berry-bros-and-rudd-rioja-by-bodegas-amezola-de-la-mora-spain?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2019 Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Rioja by Bodegas Amézola de la Mora, Spain</a>,</strong> £13.50</p>



<p>Perfectly in balance, this is an elegant Rioja to savour now. The 2018 vintage has enticing aromas of strawberries and cloves, followed by mouthcoating red fruit. It’s defined by its energy, freshness and fine-grained, supple tannins. Soft enough to match with poultry, flavourful enough to handle all the sides and large enough to share with a crowd.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Got beef</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1001" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-Red-3-min.jpg" alt="Red wine on a Christmas table.  Best wine for Christmas, Berry Bros &amp; Rudd Christmas wines. " class="wp-image-29160" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-Red-3-min.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-Red-3-min-800x534.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-Red-3-min-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-Red-3-min-768x513.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/11/Berry-Bros-Christmas-2022_Glass-Wine-Red-3-min-787x525.jpg 787w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-20178065944-2017-berry-bros-and-rudd-margaux-by-chateau-angludet-bordeaux?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2017 Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Margaux by Château Angludet, Bordeaux</a>,</strong> £29.95</p>



<p>Serious yet approachable and undeniably charming. This wine’s silky tannins enrich the layers of ripe blackberry and blueberry fruit. And a hint of gravel and raspberry leaf brings an aromatic lift to the finish. Robust enough to match any Christmas beef dish, with enough fruit to win over even Bordeaux sceptics. A brilliant bottle.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ham it up</h2>



<p><strong>2020 Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Extra Ordinary White Michel Lynch Reserve, Graves,</strong> £15.95 (available in store)</p>



<p>The perfect counterpoint to smoky, savoury dishes or a fine leg of gammon, Berry Bros &amp; Rudd 2020 Extra Ordinary White is a testament to the quality and value of this often-overlooked wine region. The Sauvignon provides aromatic fireworks and freshness on the palate, the Sémillon adds body and a touch of soft peach fruit.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">And on to pud</h2>



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<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-20168006488-2016-berry-bros-and-rudd-tokaji-aszu-5-puttonyos-by-oremus?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2016 Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos by Oremus</a></strong>, £37.50 (50cl)</p>



<p>Produced in the Tokaj wine region&nbsp;240 kms north-east of Budapest in&nbsp;Hungary,&nbsp;this glorious wine has an exuberant nose of honeysuckle, apricots and Danish cream. The palate is mouthcoating, with peach, passionfruit and gooseberry. Sweet cinnamon, apple crumble and rhubarb. The perfect companion to Christmas pudding, a small glass served cold from the fridge will round off the meal nicely.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-pies-have-it">The pies have it</h2>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.bbr.com/products-10008010902-berry-bros-and-rudd-william-pickering-tawny-port-by-quinta-do-noval?utm_source=Muddystilletos&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=BSH22&amp;utm_id=muddyxmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd William Pickering, Tawny Port by Quinta do Noval</a>,</strong> £26.95</p>



<p>Anyone for a drop of port? Sophisticated nutty aromas and flavours give way to a beautifully layered texture and a fantastically long finish in this connoisseur-pleasing bottle. Subtle yet complex, this is a warming and rewarding wine to enjoy alongside mince pies, fresh from the oven or savour with the cheeseboard.</p>



<p><a href="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/berry-bros-rudd-basingstoke-shop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Berry Bros. &amp; Rudd Basingstoke Shop</em></a><em>, Hamilton Close, Houndmills, Basingstoke, RG21 6YB. Tel. 01256 247 933.</em></p>


8 brilliant wines for the Christmas table

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