Aldi’s Wine Advent Calendar Is Back for the Holidays

Each year as the holiday season approaches, hundreds of advent calendars launch, making it hard for us not to try them all. A gift each day is tempting, so our beloved cheese, candy and fruit preserve calendars are just a few of our favorite “treat yourself” presents.

But if you’re looking to buy just one this season, consider this fan-favorite Aldi calendar that just arrived today in stores. Meet the Wine Village Advent Calendar, offering a wine tasting experience like no other. Here’s why we love it.

Featuring 24 sample bottles of wine, this Aldi calendar includes imported sips from around the world. Each bottle contains enough for a glass—or for a taste with your plus one each evening. A mix of whites and reds, these wines will transport you to the Italian countryside one day and to California vineyards the next. There’s even a French rosé in the mix, promising crisp, fruity flavors.

You may assume that this advent calendar costs hundreds of dollars. I mean, 24 glasses of wine must be fairly pricey. However, we’d say that $60 for the whole calendar is a reasonable number for the quality and quantity of these Aldi wines.

Drinking a glass of wine each night can have positive and negative effects on the body. We know that excess alcohol consumption may be linked to heart disease and chronic inflammation. On the bright side, drinking a responsible small glass of wine daily can be beneficial for your gut health and mental health. Moderation is key, and it’s up to you to decide if and how alcohol fits into your lifestyle.

The Aldi advent calendar only comes around once a year, so enjoying it while it’s here is a jolly way to embrace the season. But if you’re not an avid wine drinker and still want to enjoy a few bottles, these mini testers are great for stocking stuffings and small gifts for your wine-lover friends to try.