A Sparkling Holiday
The holidays call for celebration; and nothing shines brighter than a bottle of Sparkling wine. Whether you’re trimming the tree, clinking glasses at midnight, or hosting the ultimate holiday dinner, there’s a Sparkling wine to match your mood. Inspired by our favourite Holiday movies, songs, and moments, here’s how each bubbly in our collection; whether it’s the elegant, traditional method (like Champagne) brilliance of our Cuvée Catharine wines or the fresh, lively Charmat method (like Prosecco) charm of our Henry of Pelham Sparkling Wine.
Cuvée Catharine Brut
If the Holidays had a signature sparkle, this would be it. Named after family matriarch Catharine Smith, this traditional-method beauty spends over 30 months dreaming away on its lees before it finally pops onto your holiday table. Elegant, bright, and endlessly celebratory, it’s the perfect match for any Holiday character who believes in keeping things classy with just the right amount of shimmer.
Perfect Holiday Moment: A New Year’s Eve toast! Pop a bottle of Cuvée Catharine Brut as the clock strikes midnight. Its bright minerality and fine bubbles make every “Happy New Year!” shine a little brighter.
Holiday Personality: Georgia Byrd (The Last Holiday) — the ultimate spreader of holiday cheer, radiating kindness, confidence, and sparkle wherever she goes.
Holiday Song: “Winter Wonderland” – Dean Martin
Cuvée Catharine Rosé Brut
The life of every holiday party, wrapped in a rosy glow. Crafted from a flirtatious blend of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay, this elegant sparkler has a cascade of red-berry aromas, a whisper of brioche, and a colour that looks like it was made for clinking glasses under twinkling lights. It’s the perfect pairing for any Christmas character with a romantic streak and a soft spot for sparkle.
Perfect Holiday Moment: The perfect host gift! Its colour and flavour make Rosé Brut a thoughtful (and stylish) choice to bring along to any gathering, because nothing says “thank you” like bubbles.
Christmas Personality: Martha May Whovier (How the Grinch Stole Christmas) — with her perfect hair and dazzling Christmas light cannon, she’s the ultimate holiday showstopper, just like our Rosé Brut.
Christmas Song: “All I Want for Christmas Is You” – Mariah Carey
Henry of Pelham Sparkling Wine
Your go-to sparkle for making the everyday feel a little more festive. Crafted using the Charmat method, think of a joyful bubble party happening right in the tank, this approachable sparkler is all about freshness and fun. Lively bubbles lift bright orchard-fruit notes of peach and pear, making it the perfect companion for casual holiday hangs, spontaneous toasts, and Christmas characters who believe every moment is worth celebrating.
Perfect Holiday Moment: Appetizer hour or brunch with friends (popcorn and bubbles, anyone?). When you want sparkle without the ceremony, this is your go-to pour. It’s easygoing, cheerful, and ready to pop at a moment’s notice.
Holiday Personality: Clark Griswold (National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation) — for those delightfully chaotic holiday moments when all you can do is pour a glass, laugh, and let the Christmas lights tangle themselves.
Holiday Song: “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” – Brenda Lee
Meet the vintage showstopper of the holidays. Made exclusively from hand-picked Chardonnay sourced from the family’s oldest vineyards, this Blanc de Blanc gets its luxurious depth from partial barrel fermentation and an impressive 4½ years resting on the lees. The freshly released 2018 vintage arrives just in time for holiday toasts, gifting moments, and those Christmas characters who appreciate the finer things.
Perfect Holiday Moment: A festive dinner centrepiece. Pair with oysters, lobster mac and cheese, or roast poultry with truffle butter for a truly elegant feast.
Holiday Personality: Bob Wallace (White Christmas) — the original Christmas crooner. Like this Blanc de Blancs, he’s timeless, graceful, and always ready to deliver a flawless holiday performance.
Holiday Song: “White Christmas” – Bing Crosby
Practical Tips for Hosting & Toasting
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Serve chilled: 6–8 °C is ideal for the traditional method bubblies; slightly cooler for Charmat.
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Opening: For the Cuvée Catharine line, open gently to preserve fine mousse; for the Henry of Pelham Sparkling, a crisp pop sets a fun tone.
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Glassware: Use tall flutes or tulip‑shaped glasses to capture the stream of bubbles and preserve freshness.
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Storage: Keep bottles horizontal, away from heat/light. The Blanc de Blancs can benefit from short‑term aging if stored well.
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Choose your moment: It’s better to have it ready and not need it than to rush at the last minute when options are limited in December.
From the everyday sparkle of Henry of Pelham’s Charmat method Sparkling Wine to the elegant refinement of the traditional method Cuvée Catharine Blanc de Blancs, there’s a bottle for every holiday personality. So whether you’re a Martha May Whovier or a Clark Griswold, pop open a bottle, cue your favourite carol, and let the bubbles make this season merry, bright, and perfectly sparkling.
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Intimate spaces for special occasions
Henry of Pelham offers several spaces for formal and informal events and meetings, with room for up to 30 people. We've helped host anniversaries, office parties, showers, birthdays, annual general meetings and more. Our light-filled ballroom, which is also a beautiful gallery space featuring work from Canadian artists, is a bright venue for daytime events and an elegant room to host evening gatherings. Our barrel cellar is a cool retreat from the summer heat and cozy space for fall and winter events for smaller groups. Catering is available from the Coach House Café.
And with anything from Henry's wine list available to event organizers, the drinks are guaranteed to be crowd-pleasers.
WHEN:
September 25-26, 2017
TIME:
1 -4 p.m.
COST:
1 -4 p.m.
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