The Best Wine Advent Calendar for Every Wine Lover
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022
When it comes to holiday gifting, wine Advent calendars definitely make our nice list. We rounded up the canned, bottled and bubbly options to make your holiday season extra festive.
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We can’t think of a better way to count down to Christmas than with a delicious glass of vino. And thanks to the best wine Advent calendar options, you can indulge all December long. Unwrap rich reds, refreshing whites, cheery sparklers—and plenty of surprises in between. These countdowns are also a great gift idea. (Don’t forget to shop for beer lovers, too!)
Our only advice? Shop early. The best wine Advent calendars have a tendency to sell out fast. And for more ideas, check out our top Advent calendar picks for everyone on your list. We found options packed with coffee, food gifts, toys and other holiday surprises.
“Cheers Around the World” Wine Advent Calendar
Leave it to the folks at WSJ Wine to create a “Cheers Around the World” wine Advent calendar so delicious, it’ll be hard to only order one. It features 24 mini bottles (187 mL), along with artwork depicting how the holidays are celebrated around the globe. And if you can resist the temptation, there’s a half bottle of prosecco waiting for you at the end. Unwrap these other boozy Advent calendars.
Mini Bottle Wine Advent Calendar
24 days, 24 mini wines. This mini bottle wine Advent calendar includes a wide range of wine varietals (from classics like Chardonnay to less-well-known choices like Marsanne) from regions around the world. We love that this wine gift includes virtual tasting videos and suggested food and wine pairings—and it doesn’t hurt that the bottles (187 mL) are cute, too.
12 Nights of Wine Advent Calendar
Vinebox offers a curated wine Advent calendar, and this year’s selection is handpicked by sommeliers. This box includes 12 glass vials of wine, each a single pour, from around the world. The brand offers three boxes to pick from. (If you’re having trouble choosing, read our in-depth guide to the Vinebox wine Advent calendar offerings.)
Half Bottle Wine Advent Calendar
A supersized pick, this half-bottle wine Advent calendar features 12 half-bottles (375 mL) for sharing, or to pour yourself a second glass (we won’t judge). The full list of hand-picked selections is a surprise, but expect samples from well-known vineyards like Francis Coppola, Kim Crawford and J. Lohr. Learn more about this wine Advent calendar.
Sparkling Wine Advent Calendar
We always love bubbles, and this 12-bottle sparkling wine Advent calendar gives the gift of sparkling wine throughout the holidays. It includes three mini bottles (187 mL) of four different varietals for a little extra fizz as you celebrate. Need some inspiration? Here are our go-to food and bubbly pairings.
“Home for the Holidays” Wine Advent Calendar
Advent calendars have never been so charming. Styled to look like an English townhouse decked out for the season, this “Home for the Holidays” wine Advent calendar features 24 distinct mini bottles (187 mL) and a half bottle of prosecco for Christmas Eve. There’s also Port for a little extra sweetness. Have you considered a reusable Advent calendar, as well?
“It’s The Most Wonderful Wine Of The Year” Advent Calendar
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, according to this wine Advent calendar, which features a range of wines from around the world. You and your loved ones can sample favorites old and new. It includes 24 mini bottles (187 mL). Keep the fun going with a food of the month club!
Wine Mixed Pack
Okay, so maybe this isn’t an Advent calendar per se. But this mixed pack features 12 small delightful bottles (187 mL) for winter sipping. Indulge in reds, rosés and bruts. Want some sweet treats to enjoy with your wine? We’re obsessed with this Bonne Maman jam Advent calendar, too.
Red Wine Advent Calendar
Nothing says cozying up by the fire like a nice glass of red wine (especially since it pairs so well with Christmas chocolates). This red wine Advent calendar features 12 half-bottles (375 mL) of award-winning red wine. Enjoy generous samplings of favorite red varietals from world-class vineyards.
Canned Wine Advent Calendar
We love that each of the 12 cans included in the canned wine Advent calendar are from a different producer. But the best part? Not only are the cans easy to transport, but they each include about 1/3 of a bottle of wine. Check out our other favorite canned wines.
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