Wine Guides & Tips

A Classic Holiday Table

Published 24 November 2025

The holidays are about togetherness. With a simple yet festive menu and beautiful wine, hosting becomes effortless and joyful.

A table decked with delicious food is the centrepiece of every holiday celebration.

The festive season is all about bringing people together, but hosting doesn’t need to be complicated. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a lively gathering, a thoughtfully prepared menu paired with beautiful wine can transform any occasion into something truly memorable.

Entree

Smoked Salmon Blinis

These smoked salmon blinis are very easy to make, and you can either whip up your own blinis from scratch or use store-bought for extra convenience. They’re the perfect starter to enjoy with a sparkling wine such as our Sparkling Cuvée Brut, or with a dry rosé such as our Cellar Selection Rosé.

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Main Course

Roast chicken with lemon, herbs & vegetables

With crisp, golden skin and tender, juicy meat, this roast chicken makes the perfect centrepiece. Enjoy it alongside our Private Bin Chardonnay for an effortless, delicious pairing. It also goes wonderfully with maple roasted brussel sprouts as a side dish.

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Vegetarian Main

Eggplant & Mushroom rigatoni

Rich and delicious, our Rigatoni with Eggplant and Mushrooms recipe is the perfect pasta dish. Pair it with our vibrant Private Bin Pinot Noir, the perfect compliment to the earthy flavours in this dish.

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Dessert

Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

With its silky lemon filling and clouds of golden meringue, this dessert delivers indulgence with a fresh citrus lift. Serve with a chilled glass of our Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc for the perfect finish.

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