A wine bottle in a festive bag is an inexpensive gift option.
Wine and spirit gifts are a classic option for collectors and enthusiasts. You can create your own gift or choose from the wide range of gift options available online and in local specialty shops. Gifts involving wine and spirits span low to high budgets. Make a selection based on the personal preferences of the recipient.
Wine of the Month Club
Give the gift of ongoing wine tasting with a Wine of the Month Club membership. Each month the recipient receives two full sized bottles of quality wines from boutique wineries around the world. Wines chosen for the Wine of the Month Club are reviewed for combination of flavor, rarity and value. This gift option works well for a new wine lover who has not had the opportunity to sample a range of varieties. You can choose to send a wine every season, or through three, six and 12 month memberships.
Champagne & Truffles
An exclusive bottle of champagne and handmade chocolates are a great gift option for the holidays. The recipient can use the bottle to entertain during a New Year's celebration or at a Christmas dinner. Choose a premium bottle of champagne that the recipient would not normally purchase. Specialty chocolates often come in their own gift boxes which can save you time in wrapping a gift. Add a bow to your champagne bottle and present the items together.
Wine & Cheese Basket
Create your own wine and cheese basket using gourmet cheeses from a local grocery store and two bottles of wine. Choose a red and a white wine to pair with the cheeses you select. Add crackers, serving utensils and a tiny cutting board with your basket. A wine and cheese basket is appropriate for someone who loves to entertain but does not regularly drink. You can save money by purchasing low to mid grade wines since they will not likely open the bottle right away.
Bourbon on the Rocks
Pair a bourbon whiskey sampler with a pair of soapstone "ice" cubes. Soapstone ice cubes can be found in sets of six or eight from specialty gift boutiques and online discount retailers. Present the stones in a large glass goblet stuffed with shredded paper to cushion the area around the stones. Wrap the container in cellphone paper and secure with a large ribbon. If you are purchasing bourbon for the first time, use a free online resource such as the Bourbon Enthusiast website to help you make a quality selection.
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