The Fess Parker Holiday Wine Gift Guide

Finding the perfect holiday gift doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re shopping for a wine lover, looking for a thoughtful host gift, planning your Thanksgiving table or simply stocking up for holiday gatherings, a great bottle of wine is always welcome.

This holiday season, we’ve put together a collection of wine gifts featuring some of our favorite Fess Parker wines from Santa Barbara County. From Thanksgiving-ready Pinot Noir and Riesling to single-vineyard wines, sustainably grown selections and even stocking stuffers, there’s something for nearly everyone on your list.

 

 

For the Thanksgiving Table: The Bird’s Best Friends

Special Holiday Price: $120

 

Turkey may be the star of the table, but every great Thanksgiving meal needs a supporting cast. The Bird’s Best Friends collection features three versatile, food-friendly wines that pair effortlessly with your favorite Thanksgiving dishes.

 

The collection includes:

 

• 2025 Rodney’s Vineyard Dry Riesling
• 2025 Rodney’s Vineyard Viognier
• 2023 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir

 

Bright, aromatic whites like Dry Riesling and Viognier are natural partners for everything from turkey and stuffing to sweet potatoes and richer side dishes, while Pinot Noir brings an elegant red option to the table.

 

Best for: Thanksgiving dinner, Friendsgiving, holiday hosts and anyone wondering what wine to serve with turkey.

 

 

 

 

For the Person Who Always Likes to Have a Good Bottle on Hand: Holiday Essentials

Special Holiday Price: $70

 

Some wines are made for special occasions. Others have a way of making any occasion feel special.

 

Our Holiday Essentials collection brings together three approachable favorites that are perfect for celebrating throughout the season. These are the bottles you’ll want ready when friends stop by, dinner turns into an impromptu gathering or you need an easy holiday gift.

 

The collection includes:

 

• 2025 Santa Barbara County Riesling
• 2025 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay
• 2024 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

 

Together, the three wines offer a little something for everyone, from a fresh and aromatic white to classic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Santa Barbara wine country.

 

Best for: Host gifts, neighbors, friends, holiday parties or keeping your own wine rack stocked throughout the season.

 

 

For the Entertainer: The Holiday Host Collection

Special Holiday Price: $160

 

The Holiday Host Collection is for the host who knows that every great gathering starts with a great bottle of wine.

Whether you’re gifting the entertainer in your life or preparing for your own festive gathering, this collection includes three memorable wines selected to elevate the occasion.

 

The collection includes:

• 2023 Blanc de Noirs
• 2024 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir
• 2023 Home Ranch Cuvée

 

From sparkling wine to start the celebration to Pinot Noir and a rich red blend for the dinner table, this collection has the evening covered from the first toast to the final course.

Best for: Holiday hosts, entertainers, dinner parties and the person whose home is always the gathering place.

 

 

 

For the Wine Lover: Holiday Terroir Trio

Special Holiday Price: $175

 

For the wine lover who enjoys exploring the nuances of vineyard and place, the Holiday Terroir Trio offers a taste of three distinctive sites.

Terroir is the combination of climate, soil and terrain that helps give a wine its distinctive personality. This collection brings together three of our single-vineyard Pinot Noirs, each offering its own expression of Santa Barbara wine country.

 

The collection includes:

 

• 2024 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir

• 2023 Parker West Pinot Noir

• 2023 Ashley’s Pinot Noir

 

Enjoy them side by side for a comparative tasting or open them throughout the holiday season to experience each vineyard individually.

 

Best for: Pinot Noir lovers, wine collectors, comparative tastings and anyone interested in exploring Santa Barbara County terroir.

 

For the Big Easy Fan: The Big Easy Bundle

Special Holiday Price: $95

 

A crowd-pleasing red with plenty of personality, The Big Easy is the kind of wine you’ll be happy to have around during the holidays.

This gift set pairs two bottles of The Big Easy with a signature Big Easy hat for a holiday gift that’s a little unexpected, fun and memorable.

 

 The collection includes:

• Two bottles of 2022 The Big Easy

• Signature The Big Easy hat

 

It’s part wine gift, part Fess Parker swag—and an easy choice for someone who already knows and loves The Big Easy.

 

Best for: The Big Easy fans, red wine drinkers and anyone who appreciates a wine gift with a little extra personality.

  

For the Food Lover: The Perfect Pairings Collection

Special Holiday Price: $135

 

The holidays are made for gathering around the table, and great wine makes every meal even more memorable.

Our Perfect Pairings Collection brings together three of our most food-friendly wines. These versatile favorites were chosen for their ability to complement everything from festive feasts to more casual celebrations throughout the season.

 

 The collection includes:

• 2025 Rodney’s Vineyard Viognier

• 2024 Ashley’s Chardonnay

• 2023 Parker West Pinot Noir

 

With two expressive white wines and a single-vineyard Pinot Noir, the collection offers plenty of options as you move from appetizers to the main course.

  

Best for: Food lovers, holiday dinners, home cooks and anyone who loves thinking about what wine to pair with dinner.

  

For the Sustainability-Minded Wine Lover: SIP of the Season

Special Holiday Price: $95

 

Thoughtfully grown and made to be shared, SIP of the Season is a celebration of sustainable farming.

This holiday gift set brings together three wines from Rodney’s Vineyard, our SIP Certified estate vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley.

 

The collection includes:

• 2024 Rodney’s Vineyard Grenache Blanc
• 2021 Inspiration Red
• 2022 Rodney’s Vineyard Grenache

 

The collection offers an opportunity to explore multiple varieties grown from the same estate vineyard while celebrating the farming practices behind the wines.

 

Best for: Sustainability-minded wine lovers, Rhône wine fans and anyone interested in estate-grown Santa Barbara County wines.

 

 

 

For the Red Wine Drinker: Gather Round

Special Holiday Price: $75

 

Some holiday evenings call for a wine with a little more depth.

Gather Round brings together two of our boldest, full-bodied red wines, selected for their richness and ability to shine alongside hearty holiday meals and special celebrations.

 

The collection includes:

• 2022 The Big Easy
• 2022 Petite Sirah

 

These are the bottles to reach for when the menu gets richer, the evenings get cooler and everyone settles in around the table.

 

Best for: Red wine lovers, hearty holiday dinners, winter gatherings and anyone who prefers a bold glass of wine.

 

   

For a Little Something: Stocking Stuffer

Special Holiday Price: $42

 

Sometimes the best gifts come in small packages.

Our Stocking Stuffer bundle features three half bottles of some of our most popular wines, making it an easy way to give a little taste of Fess Parker this holiday season.

 

The collection includes:

• 2025 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay
• 2024 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
• 2023 The Big Easy

Half bottles are especially fun for gifting because they offer the recipient three different wines to discover without committing to three full-size bottles.

Please note that a gift box is not included with this bundle.

 

Best for: Stocking stuffers, Secret Santa gifts, smaller holiday gifts and anyone who loves trying a variety of wines.