Wine Advent Calendars 2026: What They Are, and How to Pick the Right One
What is a wine advent calendar?
A wine advent calendar swaps the usual chocolate for a proper pour - 12 (sometimes 24) individually portioned wines, one behind each door, designed to be opened across December as a wine Christmas countdown. It's grown into one of the most popular Christmas wine gifts in the UK over the last few years, for a simple reason: it turns the run-up to Christmas into a small daily ritual, rather than one bottle that's gone in an evening.
How to choose between mixed, red and white
Most wine advent calendars - including ours - let you pick a collection rather than guess:
- Mixed - best if you (or the person you're gifting to) like variety: a run of sparkling, white and red wines across the month.
- All Red - best for someone who knows they reach for red most nights, especially through winter.
- All White - best for fans of crisp, refreshing styles, including festive fizz.
What to look for in a good one
- Proper-sized pours - not token tasting samples - look for 187ml+ cans or bottles, not 50ml minis
- Tasting notes so you're actually learning something new each day
- Flexibility - the best ones work as a nightly countdown or a single Christmas Day gift
- A format that works for you - canned wine in particular cuts down on breakages and packaging waste versus 12 mini glass bottles
Our pick: the Vinito Wine Advent Calendar
Vinito's 2026 Wine Advent Calendar features 12 cans (187–250ml each), a free Vinito wine glass, and tasting notes behind every door - in Mixed, All Red or All White. It's designed to double as a wine gift in its own right, not just a countdown: gift-wrap the whole thing for Christmas Day, or spread it across the month.
FAQ
1. How does the wine advent calendar work?
Our Wine Advent Calendar is designed to make December that extra bit special. Open one can a night as a countdown to Christmas, or save it and open the whole thing on Christmas Day - it works either way.
2. What wines will I receive?
We like to keep the line-up a festive surprise! Each Vinito countdown includes 12 expertly selected canned wines, perfectly sized (187ml–250ml) for one or two glasses. The wines are sourced from exciting producers – all chosen for flavour, quality, and drinkability. All come with tasting notes, so you can sip, learn and discover new favourites along the way.
3. Will I receive the exact wines shown in the photos?
Our photos illustrate the look and feel of the calendar - the exact wines inside may vary slightly based on availability, but you'll always get 12 hand-picked cans matching your chosen collection (Mixed, Red or White), with full tasting notes included.All come with tasting notes, so you can sip, learn and discover new favourites along the way.
4. Why should I pick a Vinito Wine Advent Calendar?
🍇 Brilliant wines, handpicked by us –discover indie canned wines from makers doing things differently.
🥂 One or two-glass servings – perfect for trying something new without committing to a whole bottle.
🧠 Learn as you sip – with fun, jargon-free tasting notes written by our founder, Louisa.
🌍 Planet-friendly gifting – cans mean lower emissions, no broken bottles, and fully recyclable packaging.
🎁 No-brainer Christmas gift – this is sure to earn you some brownie points with the recipient!
💫 Perfect for curious drinkers – ideal for wine lovers who want to sip smarter and discover more.
5. When does the Wine Advent Calendar ship?
Shipping begins in November 2026.
