A Simple Holiday Wine Lineup (No Overthinking Required)
Whether you’re hosting friends, heading to a family dinner, or easing into a quieter night at home, we like to keep things simple in December. A small, thoughtful lineup that covers the key moments. Something celebratory, something food-friendly, and something to settle in with over dinner.
Here are the three bottles we reach for every holiday season.
Stan’s Bench Blanc de Blanc
For celebrations and New Year’s Eve
Every December deserves a bottle that feels like an occasion. Our Stan’s Bench Blanc de Blanc is the first wine we chill when the holidays begin. Crisp, elegant, and endlessly versatile, it’s perfect for welcoming guests, raising a glass before dinner, or counting down to midnight on New Year’s Eve. It doesn’t need a reason. It simply makes the moment feel a little more special.
Dilemma Chardonnay
For the table and the food
For the main event, we reach for a white wine that works effortlessly with food. Dilemma Chardonnay is rich enough for winter dishes while still fresh and balanced, making it an easy choice for the dinner table. It pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, poultry, and creamy sauces. These are the kinds of dishes that tend to show up this time of year, and this wine quietly complements the meal without stealing the spotlight.
Cabernet Sauvignon
For dinner and lingering at the table
When the food gets richer and the night slows down, a red wine comes into play. Our Cabernet Sauvignon is our go-to for December dinners. Structured and generous, it pairs naturally with roasted meats, hearty winter dishes, and long evenings at the table. This is the bottle we open once the cooking is done and the conversation really begins.
With just three bottles, one sparkling, one white, and one red, you’re covered for the season. Simple, thoughtful, and ready for whatever December brings.