Celebrate Christmas with English Sparkling Wine

16th December 2025

Tips to Impress your Guests with Bubbly this xmas Christmas & New Year

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with a wine that perfectly complements the warmth and togetherness of the season.  We are focusing on award-winning English sparkling wines that have won trophies or gold medals in specific categories: Gastronomic, Classic & Elegant, Pastries Delight, and Dessert. These outstanding selections have been recognised for their exceptional quality and character, making them ideal accompaniments to your Christmas dining experience. Whether you’re serving a festive feast, indulging in traditional pastries, or savouring sweet desserts, these wines will enhance the flavours of your dishes and elevate your celebrations.

 

Silverhand Estate – Silver Reign Rosé

Dessert Trophy at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

Vibrant strawberries and red berries are enhanced by delicate floral notes. A subtle hint of cherry blossom adds a graceful touch, enriching the overall experience. This wine is an ideal complement to your Christmas desserts. With its notes of ripe berries and a hint of citrus, it enhances the flavours of festive treats such as rich fruitcake or chocolate yule log.

 

Knightor – Blanc de Blancs 2017

Classic & Elegant Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

The enticing aromas of freshly baked bread mingle with zesty lemons, creating an inviting bouquet. On the palate, the wine reveals a rich, creamy brioche flavour, complemented by lively notes of citrus and crisp green apple. Subtle hints of roasted almond add an elegant complexity, rounding out the tasting experience with a satisfying finish.

 

Roebuck Estates – Rare Expressions No.96

Classic & Elegant Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

The wine exhibits a rich, deep gold hue. The aroma is inviting, revealing a toasty bouquet characterised by the warm scents of freshly baked brioche and buttery pastry. On the palate, it unfolds with a delightful complexity, featuring layers of roasted almonds and a medley of nuts, accompanied by the sweet richness of marzipan and praline. Additionally, hints of vibrant pineapple and golden stone fruits bring a refreshing brightness, balanced by the subtle sweetness of ripe pears and the intriguing floral notes of quince.

 

Yorkshire Heart – Kathleen Vintage Sparkling Rose

Dessert Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

The wine shows vibrant notes of red berry fruit, particularly ripe raspberries, which burst on the palate. It is beautifully balanced, with a harmonious interplay between the refreshing acidity and a gentle touch of residual sugar, creating a delightful sweetness that lingers. This balance elevates the overall flavour profile, making it both refreshing and complex, ideal for pairing with a variety of desserts.

 

Biddenden Vineyards – Pinot Reserve 2019 – England

Gastronomic Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

The aroma features toasty notes combined with ripe peaches, hints of honey, and a zesty burst of lemon and lime. The flavours develop with intriguing complexity, unveiling layers of hazelnut and praline that provide a nutty, caramelised richness. This is elegantly rounded out by the comforting warmth of brioche and a silky creaminess.

 

Fox & Fox – Mosaic 2016 

Gastronomic Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

This delightful wine bursts with flavour, showcasing the sweetness of ripe golden apples and the tangy notes of juicy yellow plums. Hints of fragrant white cherry add an elegant layer, while a subtle touch of fresh yeast contributes a delicate complexity. The flavour is further enhanced by the aroma of lightly toasted bread, complemented by notes of yellow blossom and nuts.

 

High Clandon Estate Vineyard – The Cerulean Cuvée Prestige 2020 Bru

Gastronomic Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

This wine is full of flavour and features vibrant notes of crisp red apple, complemented by the rich, buttery taste of freshly baked brioche. You’ll find sweet fruit flavours with hints of yeast and zesty citrus, along with a subtle touch of smoke that adds depth. The long-lasting pastry character lingers on the palate.

 

Adgestone Wine – Sparkling Wight

Pastries Delight Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

This wine features a deep, inviting gold colour and a delightful aroma of butter, toast, and brioche. It is an appealing, mature, and complex choice. On the palate, it is rich and weighty, offering flavours of toast, almond, melon, and tropical fruit, along with hints of lemon peel, cream, pineapple, and honey. The finish is long and intriguing, showcasing layers of complex dried fruit and nuts.

 

Nutbourne – Nutty Vintage Brut 2018

Pastries Delight Gold Medal at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2025

This wine is rich with warm brioche and subtle yeasty notes, complemented by a delightful medley of toasted nuts. Hints of orange blossom honey weave through, adding a touch of sweetness, while delicate floral notes create an elegant backdrop.

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