Ingredients
2 x 750ml red wine  
50-100g sugar (I like Demerara) the amount will be according to your taste 
2 Oranges cut into slices 
3 star anise 
12 cloves 
4 cinnamon sticks 
120ml brandy

Method
Put everything into a large saucepan and put onto a medium heat until it gets to just before simmering.  Turn down to your lowest setting and leave it for at least half an hour. 

Enjoy the smell of Christmas throughout your house long before you get to drink it.