What to drink on Christmas day from starter to dessert, and beyond
John Wilson: These are the wines, beers and spirits I recommend for the big day
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John Wilson: These are the wines, beers and spirits I recommend for the big day
John Wilson: Stock up on wines and beer that are not too heavy in alcohol or drying tannins
John Wilson: ‘All four are 13% abv, less in two cases’
The DOCa Rioja has been one of the most popular wine regions among Irish drinkers for decades, beloved for its consistent quality year upon year and its easily navigated classification system as much as its Tempranillo-led character. Even if you can’t remember the exact definition of Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva in terms of barrel and bottle age, you probably have a sense of how each style will taste, moving from younger and more fruit-forward to older with more oak influence and developed flavours. (That definition? At least two years old for Crianza, with one in oak and one in bot...
Don’t just reach for a favourite wine or beer. Choose one that matches the seasonal menu