There will be smaller gatherings this year, so why flash the cash on showy labels? There are some decent drops to be had in own-label wines
It’s no great surprise to discover that, where drinks are concerned, we’ve tended to revert to the tried and trusted during this roller-coaster of a year. Big brands have benefited particularly, as have own-label wines, which tend to undercut them, saving us all money in the process.
While you might have hesitated to take advantage during a normal Christmas, when we may have wanted to show off flashier bottles to friends, with the small family gatherings it looks as if we’re in for this year, who cares whose name is on the label?