9 top drops for entertaining

These are the wines to have on hand over Christmas, says Sam Wylie-Harris

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Let's face it, we all have our festive favourites... chardonnay to chime with seafood starters, Rioja with roast lamb, and a pinot noir to pep up the turkey and all the trimmings.

1. SPAR Prosecco di Valdob-biadene Superiore, Italy, £9.99, SPAR, in-store

We're suggesting you sprint, rather than stroll, to pick up this fabulous fizz. Awarded Gold at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025, it's pitch perfect with delightful peachy nuances, soft, blossomy mousse and light, fresh finish. A brunch time party-pleaser for sure.

2. Rose & Rose Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Marlborough, New Zealand, £11.50, (£7.50 Mix Six), Majestic

A stylish sauvignon blanc - and looker with its green label which aligns perfectly with fir tree centrepieces for your tablescape-this refreshing, pristine white opens up with aromas of ripe tropical fruits, fleshy guava and citrus; fruit-forward with a lively minerality and herbaceous notes, it will wash down beautifully with shellfish, goats cheese and appetisers.

3. Waitrose No1 Gavi di Gavi 2024, Italy, £15, Waitrose