A Holiday Gift Guide for Wine Lovers 2025
7 finds to have the wine lover in your life Grinch-grinning from ear to ear!
The holidays are upon us which means it’s time for my annual holiday gift guide for wine lovers! This list is an easy gift-giving map for any and every sipster on your list. From budget-friendly bottles to cellar-worthy finds, and even gifts that keep on giving year-round, this guide offers the ease of holiday wine-themed shopping and a guarantee of gleeful Christmas cheer(s).
For the Local Lover
Sandbanks Reserve Baco Noir $19.95
Sandbanks has secured a strong foothold as one of Ontario’s leading producers by crafting wines with wide appeal, which is why this bottle makes a wonderful host/hostess gift but is also ideal for group gatherings and seasonal parties. This off-dry red wine is made with Ontario’s shining star hybrid grape - Baco Noir. A full-bodied, smooth wine that sings with juicy notes of ripe red and purple plum, vanilla, and fig. A long-loved local find.
Inniskillin 50th Anniversary Edition Single Vineyard Riesling Icewine $199.95
This bottle is THE collector’s item for Canadian wine lovers. Inniskillin are responsible for catapulting Canada on to the global wine stage after winning the Grand Prix d’Honneur in 1991 at Vinexpo in Bordeaux, France with their Vidal Icewine. Since they were the first winery in Canada to receive a winery license in 1975 after Prohibition, they are commemorating 50 years of excellence in Canadian wine with special edition bottles.
Inniskillin’s Icewine is an exciting cork pop for all patriotic wine lovers whether it’s now or after decades in the cellar.
For the Red Wine Enthusiast
Tornatore Etna Rosso 2022 $24.95
This is a medium-bodied, fruity red made with native grapes Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grown on the volcanic soils of Etna in Sicily, Italy. Its lively aromatics consist of cherry, red apple, and dried herbs that develop to sage, thyme and dark cherry on a palate of bright acidity and fine tannins with a gentle grip. This bottle represents a region that all wine lovers love to get their hands on! Terrific value too.
For the White Wine Inclined
Pearce Predhomme Chenin Blanc $23.95
Chenin Blanc is the current “it” grape making waves around the globe for its versatility, vibrant profile, and quality wines. This bottle by Pearce Predhomme is produced with Chenin Blanc from old vines that contributes depth and purity of the Stellenbosch terroir. It’s medium-bodied and displays mouth-watering notes of lemon zest, apple, nectarine and mandarin that draw out on a long finish. Gifting this Chenin is something every wine lover would appreciate, and it’s sure to have them reaching for a second pour.
Add a Little Sparkle
Ken Forrester Sparklehorse Cap Classique Brut 2022 $29.95
Sparklehorse, made by the “King of Chenin Blanc” himself, Ken Forrester, comes from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Traditional method sparkling wine from South Africa is labelled Cap Classique and is exactly what you want to look for on a label to discover excellent quality-per-price ratio. Sparklehorse sees an18-month lees aging period that lends a creamy texture balanced by racy acidity. Tart apple, apricot and waffle notes lead to a crisp, refreshing finish. Sparkling swooners and winegeeks will love this wine that pairs perfectly with the holidays. The bottle’s festive flare is enough that you can place it right under the tree without even being wrapped!
Gifts That Keep On Giving
Wine Club Canada flexible pricing
There’s no better way to support local this season than by gifting a Wine Club Canada subscription. A wine subscription is a perfect way to spread joy year-round, and My Wine Canada is a tried-and-true endeavor to explore the best small-lot wines in the country. Pricing is flexible, so you can choose your own adventure, and the packages include expert tasting reviews (by yours truly!) and insightful food pairings. Plus, offers to purchase wines from participating wineries at affordable prices. Treat yourself this holiday season by gifting this to yourself!
Riedel Veloce Cabernet/Merlot $95.00, set of 2
Quality wine glasses are more important than you think! These Riedel glasses are lightweight, elegant and all around stylish. The Veloce line is made with clear crystal glass and are even dishwasher safe. This stemware is scientifically designed to enhance the wine aromas and flavours in the glass to give the best possible tasting experience. They even come with varietal specific labels etched in the base. *Featured are the Cabernet/Merlot. The perfect gift for the wine lover on your list to oo and ah over all year!