The Holiday Pour: Celebrating the Season, One Sip at a Time”
The holidays are here, and with them comes that warm, familiar sparkle — good food, twinkling lights, and moments shared over a perfectly poured glass. But in 2025, holiday toasts are taking on a whole new meaning. They’re becoming slower, more intentional, more creative. Whether you’re sipping a bold red by the tree or raising a crisp white under fairy lights, this season is all about savoring the moment. Want to elevate your holiday happy hour? Here’s your festive guide.
1. Holiday Mornings, Reimagined
Start the day with something light, bright, and joyfully bubbly. Think a citrus-kissed mimosa using a Sauvignon Blanc like Clou du Pin or Thienpont La Vigne d’Argent — refreshing enough for brunch, elegant enough for the season. Add fresh berries, a hint of rosemary, or even a splash of Prosecco for a festive twist. It’s a gentle nudge to start the holidays slow, soft, and sparkling.
2. The Cozy Outdoor Pour
Cold breeze? Soft sweaters? A blanket wrapped around your shoulders? Perfect. Take your holiday happy hour outdoors — a balcony twinkling with lights, a rooftop at sunset, or a backyard picnic with candles. Pack a bottle of Le Petit Cochonnet Rosé or something warm and velvety like La Belle Vie Merlot. Freeze cranberries as ice cubes, or garnish with herbs for that winter-fresh touch.
3. At-Home Holiday Bar
This season, your home can be the best bar in town. Curate your holiday bar cart with a mix of whites, reds, and bubbles — maybe a Tinazzi Imperio Primitivo for rich dinners, a Bottega Gold Prosecco for Christmas cheers, and a Comte Desclos Bordeaux Rouge for slow, intimate nights.
Set the mood with warm lighting, a holiday playlist, and a rotating weekly theme:
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Merry Merlot Mondays
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Wine & Wrap Wednesdays
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Festive Spritz Fridays
Create an easy spritz using Sauvignon Blanc, soda water, and citrus slices for a refreshing, holiday-ready sip.
4. Dessert Pairings After Dark
End the night on a sweet note. Pair dark chocolate truffles with Bottega Brunello di Montalcino, or try a slice of fruitcake with a luscious Tinazzi Amarone. If you want something bold and unforgettable for Noche Buena, Antigal One Malbec brings rich fruit and deep warmth.
5. Make It a Memory
At its heart, happy hour isn’t about the hour — it’s about the feeling.
Turn off your notifications. Pour something that makes you smile. Share a laugh with someone you love — or treat yourself to a moment of stillness. And yes, if the holiday lights hit just right, take the photo.
This season, every sip can be a small celebration.