Bottles to try this Xmas…

Artisan Tasmanian Gewürztraminer 2016 (£10.99, Aldi)

A really pretty wine with floral, pineapple notes and a little gentle sweetness. Great for those who don’t like their wine too dry – try it with the vegetable stew with saffron, curry and parmesan cream on p64 or the Vietnamese peanut rice and lemongrass tofu on p62.

Chapel Down Rosé Brut NV (£24.99, Waitrose)

English sparkling wine is getting better and better. This lovely pink fizz is made from pinot noir and has a raspberry richness that makes it great with food – perfect with canapés or a decadent smoked salmon brunch.

Insoglio del Cinghiale Campo di Sasso 2013 (£21.50, Corney & Barrow)

This distinguished Tuscan from the acclaimed stable of Lodovico Antinori in the Bolgheri region is well worth splashing out on. A dreamy, silky red with plummy fruit and liquorice that deserves stunning food alongside. Ace with the hog roast with spiced apple stuffing on p30, or anything meaty.

El Viaje de Ramón Garnacha 2017 (£9.99, Co-op Food)

Flimsy Provençal-style rosés are best kept for summer, but one with a little more muscle such as this is surprisingly versatile for winter drinking. Delicious with the roast salmon with herb crust and brown shrimp butter on p28, it would also work well with cold meats and salads, and provides a welcome freshness for festive feasting.