Some Christmas Gift Ideas from Recas and Codorníu.
Great value whites – available from supermarkets and nationwide wine retailers
M&S Found Fetească Albă 2024 (Cramele Recas) – Crisp, citrusy and perfect with turkey or seafood. This Romanian wine is a brand new launch for producer Cramele Recas and has been getting rave reviews (£7.50, M&S/Ocado)
Viña Pomal Rioja Blanco – This white from Vina Pomal brings a fresh, refined touch to festive celebrations. It pairs beautifully with Christmas seafood starters, creamy vegetable dishes or soft cheeses – making it a versatile white to enjoy throughout the holidays. (£11.00, Majestic)
Codorniu 8% Still Wine – a great value, low ABV wine for all festive occasions. Crafted from Xarel·lo, Macabeo and Muscat grapes, it shimmers a bright golden yellow in the glass, with aromas of orchard fruits and a delicate floral lift. (£7.00 from Ocado)
Seasonal reds – starting from under £10:
The Legends Reserve Pinot Noir 2023 (Cramele Recas) – Elegant, floral and food-friendly red (£9.49, SPAR in-store only)
Viña Pomal 106 Barricas Reserva – Bold Rioja red with depth – ideal for gifting or rich roasts (£14.50, Majestic)
Scala Dei Cartoixa 2019 – From Priorat’s oldest winery, this powerful Garnacha-Cariñena red offers dark fruit, spice and minerality – perfect with roast lamb or venison (£38.45, Decántalo)
Sparkling wine for all budgets:
Viña Pomal Sparkling Reserva 2020 – A sparkling wine from Rioja, vibrant with red berry notes (£14, Majestic)
Codorníu Ars Collecta Blanc de Blanc Reserve – Luxe Gaudí-inspired bottle, aged and elegant (£18, Ocado)
