DukesHill x Corney & Barrow: The Perfect Christmas Wine Pairings

Christmas dining deserves a wine list to match. This festive season, DukesHill and Corney & Barrow have brought together a selection of exceptional food and wine pairings designed to complement every stage of the Christmas table.

From Champagne with smoked salmon to perfectly paired wines for festive hams, turkey, Beef Wellington, Christmas pudding and cheese, discover our guide to pairing some of DukesHill’s festive favourites with wines selected by Corney & Barrow.

Champagne Oudinot Brut NV - DukesHill Manuka Honey Sliced Smoked Salmon - DukesHill

Champagne Oudinot Brut NV & DukesHill Oak Smoked Salmon

Few combinations signal the beginning of a celebration quite like Champagne and smoked salmon.

Champagne Oudinot Brut NV makes an elegant partner for DukesHill Oak Smoked Salmon. The freshness and lively acidity of the Champagne provide a delicious contrast to the salmon’s rich texture, while its crisp character complements the delicate smokiness created through traditional oak smoking.

Serve as a simple Christmas starter with good bread, butter and a squeeze of lemon, or bring out a platter with the first glasses of Champagne as guests arrive.

Perfect for: Christmas Eve, festive starters and celebratory entertaining.
Corney & Barrow White Burgundy Maison Auvigue 2022 - DukesHill

Corney & Barrow White Burgundy Maison Auvigue & Free Range Bronze Turkey

At the centre of the Christmas table, the turkey deserves something particularly special.

Corney & Barrow White Burgundy Maison Auvigue pairs beautifully with DukesHill Free Range Bronze Turkey. The wine has enough richness to stand alongside succulent roast turkey and all the traditional accompaniments, balanced by freshness that keeps the pairing elegant throughout the meal.

It's a wonderfully versatile choice for the Christmas Day table, particularly when served alongside roast potatoes, bread sauce and seasonal vegetables.

Perfect for: The main event on Christmas Day.
Corney & Barrow Rouge Vin De France 2023 - DukesHill

Corney & Barrow Rouge Vin de France & Wiltshire Ham

A DukesHill classic deserves a wine that's every bit as enjoyable.

Corney & Barrow Rouge Vin de France pairs beautifully with our Wiltshire Ham, bringing bright fruit and an easy-drinking character that complements the ham's succulent texture and delicately savoury flavour without overpowering it.

It's an effortless combination to bring to the table over Christmas - whether the ham is served as part of a festive spread, brought out for Boxing Day lunch or enjoyed when friends and family drop by.

Perfect for: Boxing Day feasts, festive buffets and relaxed Christmas entertaining.
Half Boneless Candied Orange & Honey Glazed Christmas Ham - DukesHill

Sainte-Anne Rose Chateau la Tour de l'Eveque AOC Cotes de Provance & Candied Orange & Honey Glazed Christmas Ham

Sweet, savoury and wonderfully festive, our Candied Orange & Honey Glazed Christmas Ham finds an elegant partner in Sainte-Anne Rosé Château la Tour de l'Evêque.

Fresh and beautifully balanced, this Provence Rosé complements the succulent ham while providing a refreshing contrast to the sweetness of its orange and honey glaze. The result is a vibrant pairing that feels made for festive entertaining.

Serve when the ham takes centre stage at a Christmas gathering, or bring the two together as part of a generous festive spread for friends and family.

Perfect for: Christmas centerpiece, festive buffets and celebratory lunches.
Classic Beef Wellington For 4 - DukesHill

Corney & Barrow Reserve Claret Maison Sichel & Beef Wellington

For those serving something a little different, DukesHill Beef Wellington and Corney & Barrow Reserve Claret Maison Sichel make a natural match.

The savoury richness of tender beef, mushroom duxelles and buttery pastry calls for a red wine with structure and depth. Claret brings just that, complementing the beef while balancing the richness of the pastry.

An impressive combination for a Christmas dinner party or an alternative centrepiece for the big day.

Perfect for: Christmas dinner parties and showstopping festive mains.

Volnay Domaine Georges Glantenay & Free Range Goose

Rich, succulent goose calls for a red with elegance as well as character, making Volnay Domaine Georges Glantenay a superb festive choice.

Paired with DukesHill Free Range Goose, the wine provides freshness alongside the richness of the meat rather than overwhelming it. It's an especially elegant option for a traditional Christmas feast and works beautifully with classic seasonal accompaniments.

Perfect for: A traditional Christmas centrepiece.

Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port & Christmas Pudding

When Christmas pudding arrives at the table, reach for something suitably luxurious.

Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port is a beautiful match for DukesHill Christmas Pudding, with its generous fruit and depth complementing the pudding’s dried fruits and warming festive spices.

Serve lightly chilled alongside warm Christmas pudding for a wonderfully indulgent finale to Christmas dinner. It is equally tempting alongside DukesHill Cranberry Spiced & Oat Crumble Mince Pies where the richness of the Port pairs beautifully with the sweet, spiced filling and tart cranberry notes.

Perfect for: Christmas pudding, mince pies and lingering around the table after dinner.
Great British Cheese Board Selection - DukesHill

Corney & Barrow Ruby Finest Reserve Port & Great British Cheese Selection

No Christmas feast is complete without the cheeseboard.

Pair the DukesHill Great British Cheese Selection with Corney & Barrow Ruby Finest Reserve Port for a classic end to the evening. The richness and fruit of the Port provide a delicious counterpoint to mature, characterful cheeses, making this an ideal pairing to enjoy long after the plates from dinner have been cleared.

Add crackers and your favourite DukesHill chutney, then settle in for the evening.

Perfect for: The Christmas cheeseboard and after-dinner entertaining.

A Christmas Table Made for Sharing

From the first pop of a Champagne cork to the last piece of cheese shared around the table, Christmas is made up of moments to savour.

However you celebrate, serve generously, pour something exceptional and enjoy the very best of Christmas around the table.

Discover DukesHill's Christmas collection and find everything you need for a truly delicious festive season.
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