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We have a few more suggestions for you, if you're still in the shopping mode. There's not a lot of time left, so these guides should help you as you navigate our stores. Look for additional information and links at the bottom of this post.

Maybe the new cliche should be Champagne Taste, Cremant Budget. Why not indulge in a French sparkling wine that is more affordable? Cave De Beblenheim Cremant Rose is a medium-bodied sparkling wine from the Alsace region of France. The wine offers flavors of cherry and tart raspberry, with underlying citrus notes and a crisp, minerally finish. Only $16.98 in the Bottle Club®. Non-vintage.

Coat & Badge Chardonnay. This makes an excellent gift, but also will be a nice fit for a Christmas dinner (pairs with ham) or New Year's (Lobster and Chardonnay? Perfect!). A fresh, aromatic nose of peach, apricot and white flowers. This medium-bodied white offers flavors of ripe peach and citrus zest with lively acidity and a touch of toast on the finish. Very refreshing! There's also a creamy texture that makes you want shellfish. Only $11.96 in the Bottle Club®.

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Two Roads Brewing Route of All Evil. No, they're not talking about Route 1 at this time of year. This is their Winter seasonal, weighing in at 7.5% ABV. It's a hefty Black Ale with profound malt and hop complexity. Neither Stout nor Porter, it will be its own thing – full-bodied, bold and black. Flavor characteristics of dark chocolate, mocha, molasses and dark fruits. Balanced by piney citrusy notes of Pacific Northwest hops. Full-bodied and uncommonly satisfying.

GIBF 2015 Gold Medal Winner- Black IPA category. $11.49/six-pack.

Of course, Pinot Noir is an exceedingly popular choice as a holiday table wine. A truly versatile wine, Pinot Noir will pair with turkey, ham, salmon, and nearly anything you'll find people enjoying at holiday time. Block 478 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is one of our more interesting selections. Finding the right microclimate for growing Pinot Noir grapes can be challenging. Fortunately, California is blessed with a handful of areas that accommodate the needs of this most persnickety and (literally) thin-skinned varietal.  The Sonoma Coast AVA (American Viticultural Area) consists of approximately 2,000 vineyard acres, extending from San Pablo Bay in the south to the Mendocino County border in the north. The AVA is defined by its cool climate, which provides an ideal setting for growing perfectly ripened Pinot Noir grapes.

This is where Block 478 sources the grapes for its Pinot Noir bottling — a medium-bodied wine with both sweet and savory notes, plenty of fruit-forward flavor, and a degree of finesse that proclaims, "Special occasion!" 100% Pinot Noir. Aromas & Flavors:  Savory, Sandalwood, Cedar, Red Cherry and Assorted Red Berries. Only $12.96 in the Bottle Club®.

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