AUTUMN TO WINTER WINES 2025

By Iheoma Okoroma | December 17, 2025 0 Comments

All the leaves are brown… and they’re falling fast. Yes, we’re in the throes of temperamental weather change, what with alternating heavy rain, colder weather, plus sunshine and mildness. It’s not officially winter yet, and Christmas is around the corner. So prior to the end-of-year festivities, here is our compact drinks pick to close the autumn season. Grab them before they vanish from your high street supermarket or online shop.

From Laithwaites

Loubissou Organic 2024, Languedoc Cabrières AOP – France, 12% abv

https://www.laithwaites.co.uk/product/loubissou-organic-2024/4355924

This is a rich hued, pink rosé, deeper than blush, from the valleys of Corbières. The nose holds floral notes that give way to a rose petal and apricot palate. A hint of minerals lingers on a medium finish. We found a creamy aftertaste in the mouth. So for those favouring rosés (such as the author!) this wine is worth investigating, this is an .

Il Brutto Negroamaro Primitivo 2023, Puglia, IGP, Italy, 14.5% abv

https://www.laithwaites.co.uk/product/il-brutto-negroamaro-primitivo-2023/2045623

In Puglia, the sun-scorched soils support Negroamaro and Primitivo grapes, which produce wines with a rich and soft palate. Expect a nose of mild damson, with lots of intense stone fruit on the palate. The finish is tart and short. Offset this weighty wine with rich red meat, or meat pastas with strongly flavoured sauces. Currently on offer.

From Aldi

Specially Selected Baron Amarillo Spanish Rosé 2024, France, 12.5% abv

This seasonal tipple boasts a pale salmon pink rosé deeper that is exceptionally dry on the palette. With hints of raspberry, pear apple and strawberry that follows a pink fruit nose. Pleasant enough, we would recommend drinking on its own to appreciate the delicate build.

Specially Selected Moldovan Rară Neagră 2021, Moldova, 13.5% abv

A complex offering made from 85% Rară Neagră grapes tempered with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine bursts with dark red and plum fruits on the nose and palate, followed by uplifting citrus notes, leading to a fruity, tannin finish.  Whew! Pair this full bodied wine with strongly flavoured cheeses, and roasted red meat dishes. Currently on offer in store.

Please drink responsibly in the run up to the festive season.