WINE SELECTIONS for All to Celebrate the Holidays

Chances are you're planning a special meal for the upcoming weekend. Whether it's a brunch get together, an intimate gathering or a family dinner, you'll want to have the right wine for the occasion. We have selected wines at a variety of price points that can be easily paired with your holiday fare.

Bianchi Brut Sparkling - Cheers to the holiday with this refreshing sparkling wine by Bodega Valentin Bianchi in Argentina. The blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir make it a delightful wine for toasting. (SRP $22)

Chateau La Rame 2016 - This Bordeaux Blanc blend is 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Semillon. It has a fresh, crisp style and makes a great social sip. It pairs nicely with brunch foods. (SRP $17)

Bel Colle Verduno Pelverga 2015 This Italian wine is made with a 100% Pelverga Piccolo di Verduno. It is a fragrant, well-structured wine that is a perfect accompaniment for risotto with mushrooms, pasta or fish. (SRP 13)

Langhe Nebbiolo 2015 - This fine Italian wine by Attilio Ghisolfi is made with 100% Nebbiolo grapes. It is an ideal pairing for pasta dishes and also is a wonderful wine for your holiday white and red meat roasts. (SRP $35)

Georges Duboeuf 'Flower Label' Pouilly-Fuissè 2015 - This beautifully structured white wine has a smooth, elegant finish. It easy to pair with salads, shellfish, and light pasta dishes. (SRP $22)

Montepulciano D'Abruzzo Cocciapazza 2015 - This wine by Torre dei Beati in the Abruzzo region of Italy is a certified biodynamic wine. This bold and structured wine is can be served with red meats like venison and beef. (SRP $21)

Amarone Della Valpolicella DOCG 2013 - This wine by Tedeschi is made from Grapes harvested on the hills of the Mezzane and Tregnago. It pairs very well with moderately spiced foods, and aged cheeses. (SRP $51)

Kay Brothers Hillside Shiraz 2013 - This fine wine from the McLaren Vale region of Australia is made with 100% Shiraz. Decant it for a few hours before serving and enjoy with your crudité. It pairs beautifully with hard cheeses. (SRP $56)

Barkan Reserve Barrel Chardonnay 2014 - This full-bodied chardonnay is produced by the second largest winery in Israel. Versatile and refined, it has been fermented in the barrel for 6 months. Enjoy it with roast turkey or chicken dishes. (SRP $15)

Miravel Rose 2016 - This rose from Provence, France is ever pleasing with its pale pink color. Light and refreshing, it's the perfect springtime patio sip and goes wonderfully with pate, soft cheeses, and fruit. (SRP $22)

Discover these wines and others by the producers when you are purchasing wines and dining out. Raise your glass to the spring holidays!

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