Wine

Cathal McBride on wine: Get creative with your choices this Christmas

A magnum bottle will keep a large crowd happy and save some pennies, making it perfect for entertaining at Christmas

Cathal McBride: ‘Customs and modernity can coincide in perfect harmony at this time of the year.’

There are few meals as universally enjoyed as Christmas dinner, a yearly feast in which tradition is paramount and every house has its own schedule and rituals. The big day also allows for creativity with wine selection. Customs and modernity can coincide in perfect harmony at this time of the year.

Beginning with a welcoming aperitif, the J. Charpentier Brut Prestige Rosé (Wines Direct, €59) is a fresh and enjoyable drinking experience at a price ...