Red table wine. At the center of it all. (1) Origin. 18th century: Two people or more drinking to each other - through the drinking of glasses and rubbing of elbows in toast and celebration. (2) To associate familiarly: chum around. (3) An informal sociable meeting or get together: a gathering/party hybrid. (4) The perfect wine for successfully accomplishing all of the above with style. Facebook: facebook.com/hobnobwines. Alc. 13% by Vol. 26 Produced and Bottled by Hobnob Vineyards. Produce of France.