Figaro tasters select 12 wines for Christmas meals

Figaro's wine experts, who taste hundreds of cuvées annually, reveal their personal choices to pair with Christmas festive meals. This selection highlights emblematic wines and unexpected discoveries from the French vineyard. It aims to guide readers in their purchases before the holidays.

Figaro's wine tasters, passionate about the subject, spend their year exploring French vineyards. They meet winemakers in all regions to discover great crus, wine myths, and lesser-known gems. As the end-of-year holidays approach, these professionals share their personal selections for Christmas tables.

This list of 12 cuvées includes safe bets and surprising pairings, accompanied by food-wine matches suited to festive meal classics. For instance, they suggest pairings for traditional dishes, drawing on their yearly expertise. The goal is to help enthusiasts enhance their meals with wines reflecting the diversity of French terroirs.

Published on December 20, 2025, this selection underscores Figaro's commitment to providing reliable advice based on deep knowledge of the national wine landscape. It invites readers to explore varied options, from renowned wines to discreet finds.

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