It's time to stock up the wine rack with those all important bring-a-bottle offerings.

But what does your wine choice say about you, your personality and what kind of guest you are? Find out with our guide to the best seasonal wines to take to any get-together.

Fresh and Modern: Pinot Grigio is becoming increasingly popular among us wine drinkers and is an ideal wine to take to any party. Your friends will be impressed by your modern, fresh choice and will enjoy its crisp, clean flavour - ideal as an aperitif. Choosing a Pinot Grigio shows that you are up to date with current trends and are never afraid to try something new. Indulge your adventurous side with Devil's Rock - this German Pinot Grigio has all the clarity you would expect along with surprisingly lively tropical fruit flavours.

Devil's Rock Pinot Grigio is £4.79 available from Tesco's, Waitrose and Somerfield.

Sophisticated Taste: Combining a range of complimentary grapes to create a unique drinking experience, mixed blend wines are an ideal choice for the educated pallet.

Selecting this type of wine for a party or gathering speaks of your sophistication - you relish intelligent conversation and the finer things in life. An ideal dinner party companion for you is Caves Saint-Pierre Châteauneuf du Pape with its delicious aromas of cooked fruits and the wine is the colour of deep red velvet.

This wine is ideal when matched with strong cheeses such as vintage cheddar, perfect for festive nibbles.

Caves Saint-Pierre Châteauneuf du Pape is 14.99 available from Tesco's.

Life and Soul: Rosé wines have enjoyed a comeback this summer - a trend that is certainly set to last throughout the winter months. Due to its versatility, rosé is a popular choice, matching equally well with meat, fish or vegetarian dishes.

Your choice of rosé wine shows you have a real fun side to your personality and enjoy being the life and soul of the party.

An ideal BYOB party choice for you is El Prado Rosé - a dry yet fruity and extremely easy-drinking Spanish wine.

This wine also goes wonderfully with party food such as tapas or hors 'deurves.

El Prado Rosé is 3.99 from Tesco and Somerfield.

Family Matters: Red wine is a firm favourite at parties and you are sure to never put a foot wrong with a fine Shiraz.

Shiraz is fast becoming as popular in the UK as the best-loved Merlot grape and is certainly an engaging choice.

The warmth of Shiraz reflects your love of family orientated celebrations and the importance you place on your nearest and dearest.

Why not try Doña Dominga Reserva Shiraz, made by the Casa Silva family in Chile - a beautifully balanced yet complex wine with notes of fresh blackberries, cherries and raspberries that works perfectly with wintery foods such as stews or chilli con carne.

Doña Dominga Reserva Shiraz is 6.99 available from Waitrose.

Calm and Collected: A party just wouldn't be a party without a bottle of Chardonnay, a wine that has enjoyed enduring popularity due to its accessible fruity character.

Your choice of Chardonnay indicates that you see parties as a real chance to relax and unwind and you are a great listener with a calming influence for your friends.

The South African Cape Grace Chardonnay Semillon is perfect for you. Packed full of mouth-watering pineapple and melon flavours, this wine is ideal when teamed with seafood and chicken dishes.

Cape Grace Chardonnay Semillon is 4.99 available from Somerfield.

Winter Adventurer: Rather than bringing a bottle, why not host a party yourself - all you need is great wine, food and company.

Experiment with some delicious winter cuisine such as stuffed peppers or a classic casserole and invite family and friends over to enjoy. Ready for any occasion is Gerard Bertrand Tautavel, a full-bodied French wine with complex fruit flavours and hints of spice and pepper.

It's sure to show your generous and spontaneous side and will add a touch of sophistication to any gathering.

Gerard Bertrand Tautavel is 6.99 available from Somerfield and Thresher.

Bubbly Personality: Finally, no party is complete without champagne!

To show your bubbly personality to the full indulge in a bottle of Nicolas Feuillatte, a well-balanced champagne with a light golden colour.

This Réserve Particulière Champagne is a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grapes and has a floral and fruity nose with subtle overtones of white fruits such as pears and apples.

Ideal as an apéritif or with white meat and fish, serve chilled and prepare yourself for the pop!

Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne is £20 available from John Lewis.