Holiday Wine Pairing Recommendations & Gift Ideas

Each holiday brings with it different culinary choices which means different wine and food pairing options. What wine goes with Easter ham? How about Thanksgiving turkey? What is a good wine to give a wine enthusiast as a Christmas gift? IntoWine.com asked a panel of wine experts to share their thoughts regarding holiday wine pairing and gift giving.

New Year's Eve Champagne: Rather than buying the typical boring grocery store Champagne for New Year's Eve, what is a good sparkling wine alternative to toast the clock striking midnight? More....

Easter: What wine do you suggest pairing with an Easter ham? More....

Valentine's Day Wine: What romantic wine pairs well with Valentine's Day chocolate? More....

Barbecue Wine: Summer is barbecue season. What is a good wine that not only beats the heat, but pairs well with typical barbecue fare? More....

Halloween Wine: Halloween is one of the most celebrated holidays. What's a good wine to serve with it though? More...

Thanksgiving Wine: What pairs well with turkey? More....

Pumpkin Pie: What dessert wines pair well with pumpkin pie? More....

Christmas Gift Wine: Wine is a common gift at the holidays but nobody wants to give a random bottle. What is your best suggestion for a unique wine gift idea: More....

Christening: Some people like to give a vintage port as a christening gift with the idea being to open it and celebrate when the child comes of age two decades later. What port would you suggest as a gift for someone looking for that special bottle to open in 20 years? More....