Christmas is all about good vibes, great food, and even better company – and it’s the perfect time to make choices that reflect what matters to you. This year, why not switch things up with a Christmas that celebrates organic farming, conscious sourcing, and delicious, sustainable wines from FAB?
We’ve put together the ultimate guide to pairing organic wines with your favourite Aussie Christmas dishes – ensuring your meal is as tasty as it is sustainable. Plus, we’ve made planning your perfect Christmas dinner a total breeze.
Organic Wines for Your Christmas Feast
At FAB, we’re all about wines that are organic certified, crafted with care, and free from any chemicals, preservatives, or synthetic pesticides. This means our wines are as pure and natural as the fresh, seasonal ingredients you’ll be serving up.
We’re also big fans of the farm-to-table philosophy, where everything from your veggies to your meats and dairy comes straight small-scale producers. It’s all about making that meaningful connection between what’s on your plate and where it comes from – plus, it’s a great way to support small farmers and enjoy healthier, tastier food. Whether you’re throwing a big bash or keeping it low-key with family, we’ve got certified organic and artisanal wines that’ll pair perfectly with whatever’s on your menu.
Christmas Meal & Wine Pairings
We’ve created a special Christmas menu with organic wine pairings to suit some of our favourite traditional Aussie dishes. These pairings are designed to enhance the flavours of your meal while supporting sustainable, organic farming practices.
From a crisp, refreshing dry white wine to a rich shiraz wine, our range of organic wines offers the perfect match for any holiday feast. With a variety of white wine types such as Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Muscadet and dry red wine options, our wine offerings will truly enhance your Christmas meal. Plus, don't forget the Christmas sparkling for toasts and celebrations!
- Organic Sangria Aperitif
For a refreshing start to your Christmas Day celebrations, why not serve a fully organic aperitif? We suggest making a vibrant sangria using our Cinq Autels Calvados 4 years old paired with the Bocanegra - DOP Alicante Monastrell 2020. This fruity, bright combination is a wonderful choice for your Christmas sparkling moments, keeping things light and festive as you toast to the holiday season.
- Oysters with Domaine Haute Fevrie - Muscadet Sevre et Maine 'Haute Fevrie' 2022
Start your meal with quintessential Australian wild-caught oysters. We suggest getting that oysters are harvested with care using a single seed method, ensuring the environment is respected. Pair them with the crisp, refreshing Domaine Haute Fevrie - Muscadet Sevre et Maine 'Haute Fevrie' 2022, a classic dry white wine that enhances the natural, delicate flavours of the oysters. Tip: Australians love oysters Kilpatrick, and this wine’s acidity beautifully balances the richness of the dish.
- Grazing Board with Organic Hill - Rosé 2021
A splendid grazing board filled with the finest organic produce from local and farmers markets will set the tone for your Christmas meal. Include a variety of cheeses, charcuterie, nuts, and fruits, and pair it with the refreshing Organic Hill Rosé 2021. This rosé, with its fruity, crisp profile, is a perfect match for the assortment of flavours, making it a crowd-pleaser and an ideal pairing with light, fresh foods. Rosé pink wines are often the perfect choice for a variety of grazing platters.
- Prawn, Mango & Avocado Salad with Michael Opitz - Pinot Gris - Traminer 2020
Nothing screams Australian summer more than seafood and mangoes. A prawn, mango, and avocado salad, lightly spiced, is perfectly refreshing for a warm Christmas side. Pair it with the aromatic orange wine Michael Opitz Pinot Gris - Traminer 2020. The wine’s natural acidity and citrus notes bring out the best in the dish, balancing the sweetness of the mango and the richness of the prawns. This wine is a great choice for those seeking a dry, aromatic white wine that complements light seafood dishes.
- Potato Gratin with Domaine Huguenot - AOP Marsannay Blanc Collection Bio 2020
This classic side dish, both simple and delicious, pairs beautifully with the crisp, mineral-driven Domaine Huguenot - AOP Marsannay Blanc Collection Bio 2020. The wine's freshness perfectly balances the rich, creamy texture of the gratin, enhancing its flavours with a touch of elegance.
- Maple Honey Mustard Glazed Ham with Masseria Setteporte - Etna Rosso DOC 2020
The ultimate Christmas centrepiece, Australia’s #1 glazed ham, is sure to steal the show. Opt for the rich, earthy Masseria Setteporte - Etna Rosso DOC 2020, which pairs beautifully with the depth of flavour in the ham. If you want to go for a more celebratory red, try our Barolos, which will bring out the rich, meaty flavours of the ham. Pairing dry red wine with this dish is a great way to complement its hearty flavours.
- Summer Berry Pavlova with Alta Alella - Cava Gran Reserva 'Mirgin' 2018
No Aussie Christmas celebration is complete without a pavlova. This meringue-based dessert, topped with fresh berries, pairs beautifully with the crisp bubbles of Alta Alella Cava Gran Reserva 'Mirgin' 2018. The wine’s sparkling notes and fresh, fruity profile elevate the pavlova, creating the perfect dessert pairing for your celebration. For a Christmas, this cava offers just the right touch of richness and effervescence to balance the sweetness of the fruit.
- Chocolate Rum Balls with Max&O - White Rum 700ml
Finish off your meal with these deliciously rich and indulgent chocolate rum balls. Made with Max&O White Rum, they’re the perfect treat to satisfy your Christmas sweet tooth. The rum’s smooth, mellow flavour adds an extra layer of decadence to the bite-sized chocolate balls. Pair these with a glass of rich dry red wine such as William Murdoch - Gimblett Gravels The Guardsman 2011 or shiraz wine for a delightful end to your meal.
More Pairing Suggestions
Need more inspiration for your Christmas table? You can explore a wide range of wine and food pairing ideas using our Food and Wine Pairing Finder on the FAB website. Whether you're looking to match wine with food for your main course, appetizers, or desserts, our tool offers tailored suggestions to make your meal extra special.
Visit our Food & Wine Pairing Finder Tool for more great ideas!