Biltmore Holiday Wine Guide

To share the warmth and cheer of Biltmore wines, we’ve created a Holiday Wine Guide to help you make the most of this special season.

“Biltmore’s Holiday Wine Guide covers a variety of different celebrations from Thanksgiving to New Year’s and beyond,” said Sharon Fenchak, Executive Winemaker. “There are recommendations for each special occasion, including thanking your hosts and having gifts on hand for surprise guests.”

Holiday entertaining with Biltmore wines

Our Holiday Wine Guide makes entertaining with Biltmore wines easy this season!

“For general holiday entertaining, Biltmore Estate® Cabernet Sauvignon and Biltmore Estate® Pinot Grigio are a great place to start,” Sharon said. “You have a classic bold red wine and a very approachable white wine and that covers a lot of bases.”

She recommends rounding out your selections with Biltmore® Reserve North Carolina Rosé, an American Wine Society gold medal winner handcrafted from estate-grown grapes, elegant Vanderbilt Reserve® Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, and our bubbly Biltmore Estate® Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine.

Bring Biltmore wines to your Thanksgiving table

Gather everyone around the table for perfect pairings of your favorite Biltmore wines and Thanksgiving dishes.

Whether you’re adding a leaf to your table to accommodate a crowd or traveling out of town to visit family, Biltmore wines pair perfectly with everything from turkey and dressing to flavorful new “Friendsgiving” favorites.

“Our special Thanksgiving Trio featuring Biltmore Estate® Dry Rosé, Biltmore® Reserve North Carolina Chardonnay, and Vanderbilt Reserve® Sonoma County Pinot Noir makes it easy to pair all your holiday favorites with fine wines,” said Sharon. “If you want to add a bit more variety, Biltmore Estate® Sauvignon Blanc and Biltmore Estate® Merlot are both good picks that complement a wide range of savory options.”

Wrap up your gift list with Biltmore wines

Share the gift of Biltmore wines this holiday season!

Simplify holiday shopping by sharing the gift of Biltmore wines. They make a thoughtful gift for anyone on your list or a special thank-you to your hosts for including you in their celebration.

• Share fine wines: Consider The Hunt Sonoma County Red Blend or Biltmore Estate® Château Reserve North Carolina Blanc de Blancs and Biltmore Estate® Château Reserve North Carolina Brut Red Sparkling, our finest sparkling wines, handcrafted in the traditional méthode champenoise from outstanding estate-grown grapes.
• Pair with flair: Opt for long-time guest favorite Biltmore Estate® Cardinal’s Crest, versatile Biltmore Estate® Chardonnay, or our smooth Biltmore Estate® Red Blend.
• Sweeten the season: Delight someone special with Ventágeo® Red Dessert Wine, lightly sweet Biltmore Estate® Limited Release Chenin Blanc, and our charming Biltmore® Masterpiece Collection Christmas Wine Duo.
• Join the club: Become a Vanderbilt Wine Club® member or give a year of wine to someone special with a gift membership. Savor hand-selected Biltmore wines each season, save up to 25% on all wine purchases online or at the estate, enjoy access to first release wines and members-only events, and much more. 

Savor Christmas with Biltmore wines

Celebrate the season with your favorite Biltmore wines.

Showcase your Christmas Eve gathering, Christmas Day Brunch, and Christmas Day Dinner with our most versatile, food-friendly wines to complement any cuisine. 

“Our Biltmore Estate® Sauvignon Blanc has brisk acidity that makes it pair well with rich, buttery dishes,” Sharon said, “while Antler Hill® Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is an exceptional partner for traditional fare such as prime rib and leg of lamb. We think you’ll also enjoy sharing smooth Vanderbilt Reserve® Reserve Virginia Viognier, spicy Biltmore Estate® Limited Release Malbec, and our award-winning Biltmore Estate® Riesling with your guests.”

New Year’s: Ready, set, celebrate!

Add festive bubbles to any occasion with our Biltmore Estate Blanc de Noir, a sparkling wine crafted with Pinot Noir grapes.

For a more memorable midnight on New Year’s Eve or a brunch featuring traditional favorites the following day, be sure to include our sparkling wine, handcrafted in the time-honored méthode champenoise that creates the finest bubbles.

“Shake things up with our Biltmore Estate® Blanc de Noir,” suggested Sharon. “Not only is it delicious, but the soft coral color makes it a feast for the eyes, too!”

Sparkling wines may be traditional for New Year’s, but Sharon recommends considering a range of other options such as Biltmore Estate® Limited Release Gewürztraminer, Biltmore Estate® Limited Release Tempranillo, and Antler Hill® Carneros Pinot Noir.

Biltmore Holiday Wine Guide: Bring home the best for your holidays!

Our holiday wine guide offers perfect pairing ideas to bring home the best of Biltmore for all your seasonal celebrations.

“When you’re ready to stock up your wine reserves before or after the holiday season, you can find our award-winning vintages, including our Biltmore Holiday Wine Guide suggestions, in estate shops, online, and close to home with our Wine Finder,” said Sharon.