The holiday season is all about creating memorable moments, embracing festive traditions, and finding new ways to celebrate with family and friends. If you're looking to add a little extra excitement to the countdown to Christmas, an advent wine calendar might be the perfect addition to your holiday festivities.
Unlike traditional advent calendars filled with chocolates or small trinkets, a wine advent calendar offers a daily opportunity to discover a new bottle or sample. Each day brings a different varietal, region, or winery, making the countdown to Christmas feel like a miniature wine tour from the comfort of your home. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply enjoy an occasional glass, opening a new wine each evening creates a fun ritual that transforms an ordinary December night into something special.
One of the greatest benefits of purchasing a wine advent calendar is the opportunity to step outside your comfort zone. Many calendars include a thoughtfully curated selection of reds, whites, rosés, sparkling wines, and even dessert wines.
You may discover a new favourite grape variety, explore wines from regions you've never considered, or find the perfect bottle to serve at your holiday gatherings.
Wine advent calendars have grown significantly in popularity over the past few years, and many retailers sell out well before December begins. Shopping early gives you the best selection and helps ensure your calendar arrives in time for the first day of the countdown.
Here’s a list of BC Wineries offering a Wine Advent Calendar this season:
the hatch | Kelowna, BC
12 full-size bottles of wine spanning the colourful wine rainbow.
Reds, whites, rosés, bubbles and a few surprises along the way.
Gift it. Share it. Keep all 12 for yourself. We don’t make the rules.
Free shipping included. Fan Club Members save 15%.
Available to purchase online for $350
Stag’s Hollow Winery | Okanagan Falls, BC
This festive advent pack includes a delightful mix of red, rosé and white wines, featuring rare finds, sold-out favourites, pre-releases, and lots of surprises—all in a custom advent box (pictured) with 12 numbered openings, keeping it all a secret until you open it.
Starting on December 13th you can savour a new wine every day up to Christmas Eve along with the Stag's Hollow family, with each wine being revealed on our Facebook page and Instagram page at noon each day.
Available to purchase online for $379
Bench 1775 | Naramata Bench, BC
Celebrate the season with the Bench 1775 2026 Advent Calendar, featuring 12 thoughtfully selected wines — from refreshing whites and expressive reds to elegant sparkling wines and sweet indulgences.
VIP EARLY ACCESS | NOVEMBER 2–4
Regular Price: $388.89
Pre-Order Price (10% OFF): $350
Wine Club Member Price: $297.50 (extra 15% off)
Available to purchase online
Meadow Vista | Honey Wine | Kelowna, BC
Level up your 2026 Advent Calendar with 12 DAYS OF GIFTS!
Countdown to Christmas with a surprise selection of Meadow Vista products in our extravagant Advent Calendar Gift Box! There's a gift for each of the 12 days (no giving away secrets but a collection of our award-winning honey wines, handmade gifts, honey, candles and more!).
Available to purchase online for $149
An advent wine calendar is more than just a collection of bottles—it's an experience that brings anticipation, discovery, and celebration to every day leading up to Christmas. Whether you're treating yourself or surprising someone special, it's a festive way to slow down, savour the season, and enjoy a little holiday cheer one glass at a time.
This year, make your countdown to Christmas as memorable as the holiday itself with an advent wine calendar. Cheers to discovering new favourites and celebrating the season one sip at a time!