White wine - try a Gewürztraminer. Get one made in Austria or Germany. Total Wine has them. Best white wine I’ve had.

Segura Viudas Brut Heredad Reserva Is a nice sparking wine and comes in an awesome bottle.

Price range per bottle?

Kendall Jackson Chardonnay is really good for the price. Note, they had some problems with grapes in some recent vintages, and I’d say I get a “ugh” bottle once every four or five times.

Rombauer is a buttery Chardonnay that is between 2 and 3 times the cost of Kendall (depending on cost of each). Always exceptional.

Anonymous wrote:I like buying local. If you’re in Virginia, Bluestone’s Petit Manseng (fruity white) or Barboursvillle paxxito (also a white). Virginia makes good Petit Verdot (red), more than a couple fine ones out there.
Celli’s Cookies out of Williamsburg, sublime!

Barboursville has amazing wines but I think giving people a dessert wine like the Paxxito is really specific. Their Viognier and Cabernet Franc are excellent though.

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Anonymous wrote:I always just go for a good old champagne. Usually Piper Heidsieck, Nicolas Feuillatte, or Veuve.

For neighbors? You must be rich.

Not for just neighbors. For friends.

A Oregon Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris

Anonymous wrote:I always just go for a good old champagne. Usually Piper Heidsieck, Nicolas Feuillatte, or Veuve.

For neighbors? You must be rich.

I like buying local. If you’re in Virginia, Bluestone’s Petit Manseng (fruity white) or Barboursvillle paxxito (also a white). Virginia makes good Petit Verdot (red), more than a couple fine ones out there.
Celli’s Cookies out of Williamsburg, sublime!

I always just go for a good old champagne. Usually Piper Heidsieck, Nicolas Feuillatte, or Veuve.

How much do you want to spend?

Hess has a selection of whites (chardonnay) and reds (Cabernet Sauvignons and mixes) ranging from $15-$50

Are you planning to pick up a few bottles at the grocery store, or are you near a wine store?

Is there a price range you wish to stay in?

"Classics" can have a broad interpretation, but I think Bordeaux (white and red) still offers a lot of value. Someone may not regularly drink wine from that region, but they will recognize it as a reputable wine region. {The grapes used are well-liked as well: Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.

Sparkling wine is also a great choice this time of year. It pairs well with many foods, so it can feel festive beyond just NYE. A quality prosecco has a softer bubble, and it's a popular choice.

I wouldn't add food for the sake of adding food.

Anonymous wrote:Please recommend both red and white wine for neighbor holiday gift. Just give me the classic (will not go wrong) ones will be fine because I don't know their preference. All I know is that they drink wine. Should I add some appetizers to go along? Like what?

I like this - https://www.totalwine.com/wine/red-wine/cabernet-sauvignon/ferraricarano-cabernet-sauvignon/p/1149750

I think it is just a universal good red Cabernet at a pleasing mid-price point.

All my white wine takes are controversial butter bombs, but I love me a Sonoma cutrer Chardonnay #cougarjuice

Anonymous wrote:Please recommend both red and white wine for neighbor holiday gift. Just give me the classic (will not go wrong) ones will be fine because I don't know their preference. All I know is that they drink wine. Should I add some appetizers to go along? Like what?

Cheese straws
Fancy Olives
Nuts (if you know there is no allergy)
Fig Jam and water crackers

I want cookie suggestions as well if anyone has any ideas because they have 2 kids.

Please recommend both red and white wine for neighbor holiday gift. Just give me the classic (will not go wrong) ones will be fine because I don't know their preference. All I know is that they drink wine. Should I add some appetizers to go along? Like what?