Justin Wines
Cozy up and warm your cockles with Justin Vineyard and Winery’s 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, a medium-bodied red flush with notes of dark fruit, black cherry, and vanilla. Serve with grilled meats for a complementary pairing, or savor it by itself with someone special. $25; justinwine.com
Partida Tequila
Partida Tequila – available in Blanco, Anejo, Extra Anejo, and Reposado – is the gift that keeps on giving this holiday season. Turn up the maracas at your shindig with compact 375mL bottles (available in Partida Blanco) to make a signature cocktail that drinks like a dessert. partidatequila.com
Domain Chandon, Blanc de Noirs Limited Edition 2014
You’ll be the party star when you show up with this shiny bottle of bubbly that features a festive message on each bottle. Fruit-driven and full flavored, this sparkling wine features a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, and follows in the footsteps of Chandon’s wildly popular “American Summer” limited-edition release. $17.95; sherry-lehmann.com
Glassful Wine Subscription
His glass will never be half empty with Glassful, a curated monthly wine subscription and personalized online wine shop. Each month, recipients receive surprise selections handpicked by a team of wine experts with a focus on organic, natural and biodynamic vinos. Oenophiles also can rate the wines online to facilitate an even more personal experience. $35-$100/month; glassful.com
JP Chenet Ice Edition
Ice is back with a brand new edition! JP Chenet, the best-selling French wine in the world, brings its effervescence to America with a well-balance sparkling wine that’s jolly enough for jingle-bell time. $20; jpchenet.com
Ritual Mixers
Replace those sugar-filled mixers at this year’s Christmas fete with Ritual Mixer juices; a line of USDA certified organic, non-GMO certified, cold-pressed raw juices that pair beautifully with your favorite booze. Flavors include Sol Margarita, Rio Mojito, and Calcutta Lemon Drop. $14-$16; ritualwellness.com
J.R. Ewing Bourbon
Longtime and new fans of TV’s Dallas will appreciate this premium-quality Kentucky bourbon named after everybody’s favorite oil magnate/love-to-hate-him villain, J.R. Ewing. This well-balanced but complex and slightly sweet spirit features notes of vanilla, oak and orange, with just enough kick to let everybody know who’s boss ’round these parts. $31.99; jrewingbourbon.com
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