Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] – 24 Days, 24 Wines, Endless Cheer

Updated → September 2025

Experience the holidays one wine at a time with the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set]. This festive collection contains 24 mini bottles of wine to uncork each day of the season. Discover a world of reds, whites, rosés, and more—making every December day a celebration for wine lovers.

• What Is a Wine Advent Calendar?
• The Rise of Wine Advent Calendars
• Introducing the 24-Bottle Wine Advent Calendar
• Unboxing the Advent Calendar Experience
• What’s Inside: A World of Wine in 24 Days
• Variety & Wine Styles Included
• How This Advent Calendar Compares to Others
• Why Choose the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set]
• Tips for Enjoying Your Daily Wine Surprise
• Perfect Pairings for Advent Wines
• Gifting the Wine Advent Calendar
• When and Where to Buy Yours
• Local Availability
• Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Wine Advent Calendar?

Most people are familiar with traditional Advent calendars filled with chocolates or trinkets. A wine advent calendar takes that festive concept to a new level for adults. Instead of candies, each day leading up to Christmas reveals a mini bottle of wine. With the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set], you’ll uncork a different wine each day for 24 days. It’s a delightful way to count down to the holidays, merging the excitement of daily surprises with the joy of wine tasting.

Wine advent calendars have become a holiday-season sensation. They typically come as a decorative box with numbered doors or slots for each day from December 1st to 24th. Behind each number is a small bottle of wine—often 187 mL or 375 mL—just enough for one or two glasses. This format transforms the simple act of enjoying a glass into a daily festive ritual. Whether you enjoy yours in the evening by the fireplace or use it to kick off a holiday gathering, it turns each day of December into a mini celebration.

The Rise of Wine Advent Calendars

The popularity of boozy Advent calendars has skyrocketed in recent years. What began with a few specialty companies has grown into a full-fledged trend embraced by wineries, retailers, and enthusiasts worldwide. Why the buzz? For one, it’s an experience rather than just a purchase. Wine lovers get to discover new labels and varietals in a fun, structured way. Social media has also fueled the craze—people love sharing their “wine of the day” reveals with friends and followers. This buzz means many wine Advent calendars now sell out each year well before December. It’s not uncommon for popular sets to be gone by mid-November as enthusiasts rush to secure theirs for the season.

Several factors contribute to this rise in popularity:

• Variety and Discovery: Each calendar provides a curated tour through different wines, offering a tasting journey that might include various countries and styles you haven’t tried before.
• Holiday Tradition: Counting down to Christmas with a daily treat is a nostalgic tradition—adding wine gives it grown-up appeal while keeping the festive spirit.
• Gift-Worthiness: A wine advent calendar makes an impressive gift. It’s unique, thoughtful, and provides enjoyment not just once but for almost a month.
• Limited Availability: Because these sets are seasonal, they often come in limited quantities. The “get it before it’s gone” factor adds to the allure, encouraging people to snap them up quickly.

Introducing the 24-Bottle Wine Advent Calendar

Just in time for the holidays, our store is featuring the much-anticipated Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set]. This collection is a wine lover’s dream come true. It packs twenty-four mini wine bottles into one festive box, turning ordinary December days into a flavorful adventure. Each bottle is nestled behind a numbered flap, waiting for its designated day to arrive. The concept is simple yet exciting: starting December 1st, open one compartment each day and celebrate the countdown to Christmas with a new wine.

The 24-Bottle Wine Advent Calendar is perfect for both wine novices and connoisseurs. If you’re relatively new to wine, it offers a fun way to sample different types without committing to full-size bottles. And if you’re an experienced wine drinker, it’s like a grab bag of surprises—perhaps introducing you to hidden gems or varietals outside your usual rotation. The calendar is also beautifully packaged, making it a cheerful addition to your holiday decor until you’ve opened the last bottle on Christmas Eve.

Unboxing the Advent Calendar Experience

There’s a special thrill in unboxing this wine advent calendar. The exterior of the box is adorned with holiday motifs, instantly setting a festive mood. Pop open the lid, and you’ll see 24 compartments, each with a number 1 through 24. It’s hard not to feel giddy—like being a kid again with a toy advent calendar, except this time the treat behind each door is a wine adventure.

:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}Picture this: Each morning (or evening, if you prefer), you locate the door for the day’s date. You push in the perforated tab and pull out a petite bottle of wine. It might be wrapped or labeled in a way that doesn’t give everything away at first glance, preserving the surprise. The whole unboxing process becomes a daily ritual. Some people like to do it over brunch to plan their evening pour, while others save the reveal until the evening to wind down with that day’s selection. There’s truly no wrong way to enjoy the reveal.

Many advent wine boxes, including this 24-bottle set, provide an informational insert or notes accessible via QR code. Inside, you might find tasting notes or a little story about each wine. Don’t throw those away! They add context, telling you about the grape variety, region, or producer for each day’s bottle. It enriches the experience, transforming it from simply drinking wine into learning about it. Some even include food pairing suggestions, making your daily tasting feel like a mini wine class.

What’s Inside: A World of Wine in 24 Days

One of the greatest joys of the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] is the sheer variety waiting inside. Think of it as a wine tasting tour spanning different regions and styles, all from the comfort of home. Over the 24 days, you could be sipping a California Cabernet Sauvignon one day and a French Chardonnay the next. By Christmas, you might have journeyed through wines of Italy, Spain, South America, Australia, and beyond.

This advent calendar is carefully curated to keep things interesting. You won’t find 24 versions of the same wine. Instead, each bottle is a unique selection. For example, a typical assortment might include:

• Robust reds (like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir) for cozy winter evenings.
• A selection of crisp or oaky whites (such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling) to balance the palate.
• Delightful rosés that remind you of summer, even in the cold of December.
• Possibly a sparkling wine or Champagne-style bubbly to add a celebratory touch.
• Maybe even a dessert wine or Port on the final day, as a sweet finish to the countdown.

Each bottle is typically a single-serving or double-serving size. If they are 187 mL mini bottles, that’s roughly one healthy pour. If some are 375 mL “half bottles,” you get about two full glasses—great for sharing or for a generous personal glass. The intention is to provide just enough wine to enjoy in one sitting, so you can savor it fresh and move on to a new experience the next day.

Variety & Wine Styles Included

Diversity is the spice of a wine advent calendar. The 24 wines are often chosen to showcase a broad spectrum of styles. For red wine lovers, expect a mix from light-bodied to bold. You might start with a fruit-forward Pinot Noir from California on one day and later encounter a rich Malbec from Argentina or a peppery Syrah. White wines could range from a zesty New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc to a creamy oaked Chardonnay. This Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] does an excellent job covering the gamut, ensuring each day’s pour feels distinct.

Beyond just red and white, keep an eye out for special categories. Many calendars tuck in a rosé or two, which can be a refreshing change of pace mid-month. A sparkling wine is often included—after all, what’s the holidays without a bit of bubbly? Picture opening door 24 on Christmas Eve to find a mini bottle of sparkling wine ready to toast the occasion. Some calendars also incorporate a sweet wine or an fortified wine (like a Port or sherry) as a decadent treat. The variety isn’t random; it’s intentionally designed to keep your taste buds intrigued and delighted day after day.

If you have a broad palate, you’ll appreciate how the calendar hops between flavor profiles. One evening you could be sipping a jammy, full-bodied Shiraz from Australia, and the next you’re enjoying a crisp Austrian Grüner Veltliner. It’s like a whirlwind tour of wine regions: France, Italy, Spain, the U.S., Chile, South Africa, and more could all be represented in one box. By the end of the month, you might just discover a new favorite wine that you’ll seek out in full-size bottles.

How This Advent Calendar Compares to Others

With the surge in popularity, there are now several wine advent calendars on the market, each with its own spin. How does our 24-Bottle set stack up? One key difference is the balance of quality and value. Some high-end calendars feature ultra-premium wines but come with a steep price tag; others are very budget-friendly but might include more generic wine selections. The Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] finds a happy middle ground. At around $119.99, it offers an affordable entry into the advent experience while still curating interesting, enjoyable wines.

Compared to big retail versions (like one famous warehouse club’s 24 half-bottle box), this set is similarly generous in portion and variety, but with the convenience of being available at a local shop. Some advent calendars only include 12 wines (often called “12 Days of Wine” for those who might start on a later date or do every other day); ours gives you the full 24, aligning with the traditional Advent period. Additionally, the bottles in this set are true glass bottles (not cans or plastic), preserving the wine’s taste as intended. This matters to purists who want the classic wine experience of uncorking or unscrewing a mini bottle.

In terms of selection, our calendar isn’t tied to a single brand or winery. Some competitor sets might include only wines from one producer or a narrow theme (for example, all California wines or all organic wines). While those can be great, the 24-Bottle Wine Advent Calendar offers a more eclectic mix. It’s like comparing a multi-course chef’s tasting menu (with each course from a different region) to a dinner where every course is from the same cuisine. Both have their appeal, but the former often packs more surprises. Here, you truly get a bit of everything, which is ideal if you love exploring.

Why Choose the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set]

With so many options out there, you might wonder what makes this particular advent calendar special. Here are a few compelling reasons to choose this 24-bottle set:

• Curated Quality: Each wine is hand-picked. You’re not getting random leftovers; you’re getting wines selected to delight and complement the season. The curation ensures a good mix of crowd-pleasers and a few adventurous picks.
• Generous Servings: Unlike calendars that offer tiny tasting vials, the mini bottles here give a satisfying pour. You can fill a glass (or two smaller glasses) and truly savor the wine, getting a real sense of its character.
• Beautiful Presentation: The packaging itself is part of the charm. This set looks festive and premium, which adds to the excitement. It’s the kind of box you can set on your counter or under the tree and have guests ask “Ooh, what’s that?”
• Exclusive Availability: The Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] might not be found at every store on the corner. By grabbing it from a specialist like us, you’re getting something unique that isn’t mass-distributed everywhere. That exclusivity means it also makes a distinct gift that the recipient likely hasn’t received before.
• Memorable Experience: In the end, it’s about creating memories. This set facilitates 24 moments of joy. Whether you open each bottle with a loved one, or use it as “me time” to relax each day, it’s a structured way to ensure you take a small pleasure break daily during the often-hectic holiday season.

Choosing this advent calendar is about embracing the holiday spirit in a flavorful way. It’s an investment in enjoyment throughout the month, not just on one day. By December 25th, instead of just having a collection of empty mini bottles, you’ll have a month’s worth of tasting notes, new favorites, and perhaps a fun story or two about “that time you tried a Hungarian wine on December 5th and loved it.” These little moments are what make the season bright.

Tips for Enjoying Your Daily Wine Surprise

To get the most out of your wine advent calendar, a bit of simple planning can enhance the experience. First, check if the next day’s wine might need chilling. If you open the Day 7 door in the morning and find a Sauvignon Blanc, pop it in the fridge so it’s nicely chilled by evening. Conversely, if tomorrow’s is a bold red, you might want to ensure it’s at room temperature for best flavor.

Many people like to designate a special “wine time” each day. It could be after dinner when you’re winding down, or maybe as a pre-dinner aperitif. Treat it as a daily mini-event: use a proper wine glass, maybe light a holiday candle or play some festive music. Pour the wine, observe its color, give it a smell, and then sip slowly to appreciate the flavors. Since these are smaller bottles, there’s no need to rush—savoring a 6 oz pour can easily last an hour if you’re mindful.

An extra tip: Keep a little journal or notes in your phone of what you tried each day. Jot down the name of the wine and a quick impression (“Loved this rich Cabernet, would buy again” or “Crisp and light, great with appetizers”). By Christmas, you’ll have a personal record of your journey, which helps if you want to seek out full-size versions of the ones you adored. Some enthusiasts even turn it into a rating game, giving each day’s wine a score out of 10. It’s all part of the fun!

Perfect Pairings for Advent Wines

Another way to elevate your daily wine tasting is by pairing each mini bottle with complementary food. You don’t need to cook a whole meal each time—simple snacks can do wonders. Here are some pairing ideas to try with common types of wine you might encounter in the calendar:

• Bold Reds (Cabernet, Syrah, Malbec): These love rich foods. Aged cheeses, dark chocolate, or cured meats like salami will complement the intensity. If you have the time, a bite of steak or a hearty stew leftovers would be divine.
• Light Reds (Pinot Noir, Tempranillo): Think softer flavors. A mushroom bruschetta, mild cheeses, or even turkey sliders (hello, holiday leftovers!) pair nicely without overwhelming the wine.
• Dry Whites (Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio): These are great with tangy or light bites. Goat cheese on a cracker, a citrusy ceviche, or a fresh salad with vinaigrette will highlight the wine’s crispness.
• Fuller Whites (Chardonnay, Viognier): Try buttered popcorn, creamy Brie cheese, or roasted poultry. The richer texture of these wines can stand up to a bit of richness in the food.
• Rosé: Rosé is versatile. You could pair it with charcuterie, herbed nuts, or something fun like prosciutto-wrapped melon. Its brightness and red fruit notes make it a friendly partner to many snacks.
• Sparkling Wine: Save some festive nibbles for this one. Classic pairings like almonds, olives, or even potato chips are fantastic (the saltiness goes great with bubbles!). And of course, sparkling begs for a toast—so have some company or a reason to say “cheers”.
• Dessert Wine/Port: If your last bottle is a sweet treat, enjoy it with holiday cookies, a slice of cake, or strong cheeses like blue cheese. A little sweetness in the wine and a treat on the side will end your night on a high note.

The key with pairings is not to stress too much. These are small portions of wine, and the goal is enjoyment, not a five-course dinner (unless you want it to be!). Even on nights when you don’t have a specific pairing, you can cleanse your palate with plain crackers or bread between sips to appreciate the wine on its own. Over the 24 days, trying a few pairings will only deepen your appreciation for how food and wine interact.

Gifting the Wine Advent Calendar

If you’re considering the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] as a gift, you’re on track to becoming someone’s favorite person this holiday! This set makes for a show-stopping present. Imagine the recipient’s surprise and delight when you hand them a sizable, festive box and explain that it holds 24 days of wine fun. It’s the gift that literally keeps on giving—day after day.

Here are a few gifting tips to make it extra special:

• Presentation: Although the box is already holiday-themed, you can wrap a big ribbon around it or attach a decorative tag. A nice touch is writing a note like “Do not open until Dec 1” to build anticipation.
• Who It’s Great For: This calendar is perfect for wine enthusiasts, of course, but also for couples to share. It can be a joint gift for a pair of friends or relatives who might enjoy a nightly toast together. It’s also a fun office or client gift (if you know they enjoy wine), as it’s more creative than a standard bottle of wine.
• Coordinate a Shared Experience: If you and a friend both get the same advent calendar, consider gifting one to them and keeping one. You can then text each other your thoughts on the wine each day or even plan a couple of virtual meet-ups to taste “together” if you’re long-distance. Shared experiences like this can be really memorable.
• Include Extras: You might bundle the calendar with a couple of nice wine glasses or a wine journal. It’s not necessary, but those little extras can enhance the experience for the recipient. For example, a journal encourages them to jot down notes, and years later they might remember you were the one who introduced them to that amazing Spanish Rioja on Day 14.

Remember, because this gift keeps giving for 24 days, you’ll be fondly thought of throughout December. It’s hard to beat that kind of impression! Just make sure the person is of legal drinking age (21+), and if you’re shipping it, be mindful of dates so it arrives before the first of December. A gift like this certainly sets a festive tone for the whole season.

When and Where to Buy Yours

Wine advent calendars are limited-time, seasonal items, so timing is key if you want to snag one. Typically, they become available in the fall, and as mentioned earlier, they tend to sell out quickly due to high demand. We recommend purchasing your calendar by early November at the latest. Many enthusiasts won’t wait — by mid-October, they’re already shopping for these to ensure they don’t miss out. Remember, once December 1st hits, the value of these calendars diminishes (nobody wants to start late or open a bunch at once), so retailers stock a finite quantity.

You can purchase the Wine Advent Calendar [24 Bottle Set] directly from our store, either online through our website or by visiting us in person. Buying local has its perks: you don’t have to worry about shipping delays, and you can talk to our staff if you have any questions. Plus, you’ll be supporting a local business. If you see the calendar available, don’t wait too long to decide—these tend to be one-and-done for the season. Once they’re gone, that’s it until next year.

The convenience of getting it at a shop like ours means you can also pick up other holiday party supplies in one go. Perhaps grab a few full-sized bottles of your favorite finds from last year’s calendar, or stock up on wines to serve at holiday dinners. And if you’re gifting the advent calendar, you can get it wrapped and ready. In the next section, we provide all the details about our store’s location and hours, so you know exactly how to get your hands on this festive item.

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