Bored with bubbly? We invite you to try these holly, jolly alternatives
PIÈCE DE RÉSISTANCE
Armagnac fans should have a snifter of Domaine Laballe’s Résistance. Made from 100% Baco grapes, it’s full-bodied and spicy with a lingering taste of liquorice – in other words, the perfect digestif. €49
SEASONAL SCARLET
Cognac master Meukow offers this seductive ruby-red bottle for Christmas, whose rich contents smell of nutty caramel and taste of dried fruits. Sublime. €38.50
GIN FOR THE WIN
For a Noël with a twist, we recommend a cheeky splash of Cantarelle Gin de Provence. Both 100% natural and made exclusively with local grapes, it’s a welcome newcomer to the table. From €23
