Still No Plan for Christmas? Time to Sort That Out
Somehow it’s already mid-December, and everything is happening at once. The group chat is full of plans, your gifting list may not be quite finished, and New Year’s Eve is edging closer by the day.
If that sounds familiar, you’re in very good company.
The reassuring news is that it’s not too late. There’s still time to book a table, choose thoughtful wine gifts for wine lovers, stock up on bottles that will make Christmas dinner shine, and line up a New Year’s celebration that feels special rather than rushed.
Scroll down for ideas to help you glide through the rest of December, plus key Christmas and New Year opening details. And if you’re one of the wonderfully organised people who sorted everything weeks ago – congratulations. This is your reminder to pour a glass and enjoy it.
Last-Minute Christmas Wine Gifts That Still Feel Thoughtful
Wine gifts delivered (and picked up in person)
While we can no longer guarantee wine gifts delivered in time for Christmas itself, there are still plenty of ways to find something special.
Our retail shops are open until 5pm on 24 December (except Crouch End, which keeps slightly different hours), so you can still come in, taste, chat, and choose wines with a bit of guidance rather than guesswork.
Whether you’re looking for:
red wine presents for the relative who “knows their wine”
A mixed case for friends who are hosting
A few bottles to keep your own Christmas table topped up
…our team can help you find wine gifts that feel personal rather than last-minute.
If you’re searching for gifts for wine lovers this year, coming in to talk to the team can make the choice much easier.
The gift voucher option
If you’re not entirely sure what someone enjoys, a gift voucher can be a very considerate choice.
Our gift vouchers:
Can be personalised for any amount over £20
Can be used for drinking and dining, wine tasting events, or in our wine shops
Give the recipient the freedom to choose what they’d enjoy most
It’s a simple way to give wine gifts for wine lovers without worrying whether they prefer something crisp and mineral or rich and full-bodied. It feels thoughtful, flexible, and far from generic.
Presents for wine lovers who seem to have everything
Finding presents for wine lovers can be tricky when their shelves already hold corkscrews, decanters, and half of Europe’s wine regions.
Instead of another accessory, you might consider:
Special bottles from independent producers – wines they are unlikely to find in the supermarket aisle
Curated wine gifts – a themed selection such as “winter reds”, “food-friendly whites” or “fireside favourites”
Experience-based gifts – a voucher towards a wine tasting or a relaxed evening at one of our wine bars
These kinds of Christmas wine gifts turn “thank you very much” into “tell me more about this” – and that’s a lovely feeling to give.
Your New Year’s Eve and Festive Wine, All in One Place
Toast to 2026 at Humble Grape
If your New Year’s Eve plan is still “we’ll decide nearer the time”, we’re happy to help make it something you can look forward to.
Join us at Humble Grape Battersea, Islington or Canary Wharf, where we’ll be open until 12.30am with:
Bottles of Champagne and sparkling wine
Glasses of carefully chosen wines from independent producers
Our exclusive Celebration Platter, available on the night only
What’s on the Celebration Platter?
Designed for sharing at £25 per person, the Celebration Platter brings together some of our guests’ favourite dishes, such as:
Our baked Camembert with your choice of topping
Crispy Cauliflower
Cheese Croquettes
Harissa Chicken
If you’d like to make the evening feel even more special, you can add two glasses of Vinyes Ocults Nat Charmat, Pinot Noir, NV from Mendoza, Argentina for £20.
We’ll keep you well looked after so you’re ready for the countdown, but do note the kitchen closes at 10.30pm, so it’s worth booking your table in good time.
Pre-Christmas catch-ups made easy
Before everyone disappears for the holidays, it’s lovely to fit in at least one proper catch-up.
Our wine bars across London make an inviting setting for those “shall we squeeze in a glass before Christmas?” gatherings:
Cosy corners for small groups
A menu designed for sharing
A wine list full of small, sustainable producers
Book a table, let us recommend a few bottles, and enjoy unhurried time with the people you’ve been meaning to see all year.
Stock Up on Christmas Wines (Your Future Self Will Be Grateful)
Build your holiday wine line-up
December tends to bring a steady stream of occasions: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, visits from friends, quieter evenings with leftover cheese, and of course New Year’s Eve.
It helps to have a simple “wine plan” that covers:
Crowd-pleasing bottles for a mix of tastes
Something special for the main Christmas meal
Easy-drinking options for relaxed grazing and film nights
A celebration wine ready for midnight on New Year’s Eve
While wine gifts delivered before Christmas are now limited, our shops are open for in-person browsing, tasting and advice. Think of it as building your own holiday survival kit, one bottle at a time.
Why we love independent producers
At Humble Grape, we focus on wines from independent, often family-run producers. These are wines with personality, a sense of place and a story behind each bottle.
When you choose these as wine gifts or for your own table, you’re not only pouring something delicious; you’re also supporting the people who grow the grapes and make the wine with real care.
It’s a small detail that can make your Christmas wine gifts feel that bit more meaningful.
Christmas & New Year’s Opening Times
A quick overview to help with planning:
Retail shops: Open until 5pm on 24 December (except Crouch End)
New Year’s Eve: Battersea, Islington and Canary Wharf open until 12.30am
Kitchen service until 10.30pm
For full festive opening hours across all Humble Grape locations, please check our website or give your local bar a call.
Ready to Get December Sorted?
Whether you’re looking for wine gifts, wine gifts delivered, Christmas wine gifts for friends and family, or a relaxed place to welcome the new year, we’d be delighted to help.
Book your table, visit one of our wine bars, or choose a bottle selection or voucher that will be very happily received as presents for wine lovers.
