Nothing adds sparkle to Christmas celebrations like an elegant flute of fizz. Selected by our expert sommeliers at The Charles Hotel in Munich and Brown’s Hotel in London, these excellent Champagnes are the best way to toast the season in style.
Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 2004
Complex and delicate, this Champagne has fabulous intensity, class and pedigree. 100% Chardonnay, the flavours reveal freshly squeezed lemon juice, peach, grilled nuts and hints of spices and flowers. An amazing minerality and effervescence make this Champagne ideal for Christmas.
Dom Pérignon Brut Vintage 2009
Released in 2017, Dom Pérignon’s Brut Vintage 2009is a vibrant, lively drop made from a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Leaning towards the acidic side it has a playful zing and is underpinned with citrusy notes as well as sweet pea, nectarines and apricots.
Krug Rosé
This is a superior rosé with the perfect combination of elegance and personality. Delicious red berries and hints of ginger and rose petals make for a fantastically refreshing sensation. A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, Krug Rosé is the only prestige cuvee rosé to be blended from a rich palette of wines from three different grape varieties.
Perrier Jouet Belle Époque 2006
With its signature bottle, beautifully hand-painted with white Art Nouveau flowers, Perrier Jouet Belle Époque not only looks the part at Christmas but tastes exceptional too. It’s a Champagne with very distinctive facets; a slight silky texture and a fantastic floral bouquet with hints of lemon and eucalyptus. Six years aging gives this Champagne a superb character.
Dom Pérignon P2 Brut 1998
P2 is Dom Pérignon's newest Champagne. P2 stands for the ‘Plénitude Deuxieme, which describes the slow, second maturation. With notes of cherry, a breeze of butterscotch, floral nuances and well-balanced structure, it has a full-bodied bouquet and makes a great multifaceted drop for special Yuletide moments.
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, The Charles Hotel is hosting an exclusive, 5-course dinner at its Sophia’s Restaurant with a Ruinart Champagne accompaniment. This is an unmissable opportunity to experience exquisite fine dining prepared by our Michelin star chefs, and sample some of the best fine Champagnes.
The sound comes first - the soft thud of a well-struck ball, rising into a clear blue Sicilian sky. Ahead, fairways unfold in undulating greens towards the blue calm of the Mediterranean. The air is warm, perfumed with orange blossom and sea salt. There’s no rush, only a meditative rhythm: swing, step, breathe and repeat, interrupted only by the sound of waves.
The festive season brings its own kind of sparkle - a flurry of celebrations, feasts, and time with those who matter most. To make gifting simple, we’ve curated a selection of bespoke experiences to delight everyone on your list. From candlelit dinners and Italian wine tastings to tranquil spa escapes and moments devoted to yourself, each experience thoughtfully crafted to offer moments of joy.
Preparations were in full swing at the North Pole - ribbons tied, sleigh bells polished, and lists checked twice - yet Father Christmas kindly agreed to pause his busy schedule for an interview. We met him at SCOTCH at The Balmoral, just as the famous clocktower struck 12:03 - it stands watch over Waverley Station, running three minutes fast, so no one ever misses a train. Settled into a deep armchair with a favourite dram in hand, he shared his most treasured places to pause, indulge and unwind across Europe every festive season.
