Wine

Mick O’Connell’s ultimate festive wine guide, with bottles from €12 to €100

From vintage Champagne to zesty whites, vibrant reds and alcohol-free offerings, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to charging your glass this Christmas

Choose the right wine for Christmas with Mick O’Connell’s comprehensive guide

Rathfinny Sussex Classic Cuvée, €46 from McHugh’s, the Corkscrew and Sweeney’s (91)

Twenty years ago, if you were planting grape vines in southern England it was likely the men in white coats weren’t far away. Now, stunning crisp, refreshing and Champagne-esque sparklers are coming from everywhere there is a duke’s name.

Moët & Chandon Vintage Champagne, €85 from O’Briens, Tesco and Worldwide Wines (92)

This is the vintage offering from arguably the most ...