1 Antica Formula Carpano Vermouth, from £31.13 (100cl), masterofmalt.com and thewhisky exchange.com For the negronilover in your life, this litre-bottle of red vermouth is a great gift. For a stocking filler, get the 37.5cl size at Ocado (£14).
2 Mad Fish Sauvignon Blanc 2020 Western Australia, £9, Tesco This Aussie white is less pungent than one from Marlborough, but still refreshing. Think lemon sorbet, white grapefruit rind and cut grass.
3 Christmas pudding Madeira, £16.50 (37.5cl), Fortnum & Mason A majestic fortified wine that tastes of dried fruit, roasted walnuts, caramel and candied citrus peel. Never mind the Christmas pudding – this makes a beautiful glass with a good hard cheddar or piece of stilton.
4 Ashling Park Estate Cuvée Brut, NV South Downs, England, £29.50, ashlingpark.co.uk English sparkling wine…
