Who can say no to a glass of fizz at Christmas? Not us. Bring on the bubbles, that’s what we say. We have handpicked (tough gig, eh?), the best bubbles in the biz. From elegant English fizz to joyful Italian bubbles and French bottles built for celebration. Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Prosecco, we’ve got the lot. Happy sipping, folks:

1. For the Fancy Stuff: Tattinger

What: Champagne Taittinger Brut Prestige Rosé NV (£49)

The Lowdown: If you’re out to properly impress over the festive season, there’s only one bottle you need to reach for… Champagne Taittinger Brut Prestige Rosé NV. Its gorgeous pink hue comes from a splash of still red wine from the villages of Ambonnay and Bouzy, and it tastes every bit as luxurious as it looks. It’s dreamy on its own, but also a knockout with shellfish, fresh salads or fruity desserts.

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2. For a Purse-Friendly Fizz: Journey’s End

What: Journey’s End Cap Classique NV (£16.90)

The Lowdown: If you’re after more bubbles for your British buck, look no further than Journey’s End Méthode Cap Classique. This is South Africa’s answer to Champagne, offering top-notch fizz at a refreshingly modest price. Honestly, it’s an absolute bubbly beauty – super refreshing, full-bodied and with notes of citrus, pear, crushed almond and biscuit. Pairs perfectly with a Christmas salmon starter.

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3. For a Sparkling Red: Bolney

What: Bolney Estate Cuvée Noir (£32)

The Lowdown: If you’ve never tried a sparkling red before, Bolney’s version is the perfect place to dive in headfirst. Sussex soil is famously similar to Champagne’s chalky terrain, which is why the county now turns out some of the most exciting fizz in the country. This one’s a real festive pick: a sweet, traditional-method sparkling red bursting with red cherries, currants and those juicy, almost-jammy blueberries.

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4. For a Touch of English Elegance: Gusbourne

What: Gusbourne Brut Reserve 2022 Vintage (£45)

The Lowdown: Over in Kent, Gusbourne are doing some pretty magical things with grapes. Fancy keeping things classic this Christmas? Dive into the Brut Reserve 2022 Vintage, a masterclass in balance. Elegant bubbles, rich biscuit notes and those gorgeous toasted cobnuts that Gusbourne fans rave about. Add in a hint of delicate spice and a bright, zesty finish, and you’ve got a beautifully polished favourite that tastes far more luxurious than the price suggests.

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5. For a Reliably Brilliant Pour: Hambledon 

What: Hambledon Classic Cuvée (£32.50)

The Lowdown: Heading to Christmas lunch and you’ve been tasked with ‘bringing a bottle’? Hambledon’s Classic Cuvée is an excellent shout. Featuring a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this sparkling wine delivers deliciousness in spades. Aged for at least 39 months on the lees, this one’s got a fine, creamy fizz, lively acidity and loads of character. Best to buy a bottle (or two).

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6. For an Award-Winning Fizz: Chapel Down 

What: Chapel Down Rose (£35)

The Lowdown: If you fancy bringing a touch of English summer to your Christmas table, Chapel Down’s Sparkling Rosé is just the thing. It’s a gorgeous, delicate blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Blanc, bursting with redcurrant, strawberry and a whisper of rosehip. And with its Decanter Best in Show 2024 win, it’s definitely worthy of starring alongside your Christmas nibbles.

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7. For an English Sparkling: Majestic Wine

What: Parcel Series No.74 English Sparkling Brut NV (£20 for a case of mixed six)

The Lowdown: Majestic’s Parcel Series wines are basically their best-kept secret. They won’t spill who makes them, but trust us, the names behind these bottles are *big*. This English sparkler comes from the rolling hills of the South, made by a winery that’s committed to the traditional method (yep, the same bottle fermented technique as Champagne). This is a classy fizz with fine bubbles and notes of crisp green apple, zesty citrus and a hint of brioche.

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8. For a Classic Cuvee: Roebuck Estates

What: Roebuck Estates Classic Cuvee 2019 (£38)

The Lowdown: Another Sussex Sparkling to add into the mix is the Classic Cuvee 2019 by Roebuck Estate. It’s the good stuff, people. Made from a hand-picked trio of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier (the same three grapes you’ll find in Champagne) and aged for a generous 48 months, this is a bottle that’s built for festive season sipping.

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9. For a Christmas Day Fizz: Champagne Lallier 

What: Champagne Lallier R.020 Brut (£49.95)

The Lowdown: If you’re after a Champagne that basically everyone will love, Lallier’s Reflexion R.020 is a seriously safe bet. It’s the first blend crafted by their new Cellar Master, Dominique Demarville, with bright, uplifting aromas of white flowers and citrus peel, with little touches of honeyed stone fruit as it opens up. It’s a Christmas crowd-pleaser.

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10. For Prosecco: Della Vite 

What: Della Vite Prosecco Superiore DOCG (£22)

The Lowdown: We love a glass of Pro’seccy at Christmas. Hell, we’ll be popping Prosecco right up to the big day. You can’t say a glug of Prosecco and the festive special of Strictly Come Dancing doesn’t go hand in hand. Made from hand-picked Glera grapes grown in the steep Valdobbiadene hills, Della Vite Prosecco is crisp, citrusy and extra-dry, with those lovely creamy bubbles that make everything feel instantly more celebratory.

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