Drink in these options, from classy to quirky, for the wine enthusiast in your life.
1. DECANTER; $30 – $50
The topsy turvy twists in this glass wine decanter aren’t just for decoration. The design creates a double aerating effect—once when you pour the wine into the decanter, and once when you pour from the decanter into your glass. The twists and turns allow for extra aeration, so it makes for a great bar accessory as well as a simple, useful centerpiece.
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2. WINE TASTING FLIGHT; $59
For the aspiring sommelier on your list, this stylish wine flight is ideal for hosting a DIY wine-tasting. The flight comes equipped with four miniature carafes that can hold 4 ounces of wine displayed on an elegant wooden platform made from repurposed French oak wine barrel stave. It’s a gift that’s both elegant and eco-friendly.
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3. BUT FIRST, CHAMPAGNE: A MODERN GUIDE TO THE WORLD’S FAVORITE WINE; $22
Packed with facts about champagne’s history and present-day production trends, But First, Champagne will give the wine-lover in your life a new appreciation for the drink usually—and unfairly—relegated to celebratory sips. Food and Wine called it “a comprehensive, smartly-written guide” and your grateful friends will likely call it “an excuse to drink champagne after New Year’s Eve.”
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4. MAJOR SCALE MUSICAL WINE GLASSES; $65 FOR 2
Upgrade their dinner parties with these wine glasses that double as a musical instrument. To create music, fill each glass to the desired note (marked on each glass to make a full A scale), before slightly wetting your finger and running it along the glass’s rim.
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5. CORAVIN MODEL TWO PLUS PACK; $350
Ideal for those who enjoy sampling and collecting different wines, this top-of-the-line wine “system” is a must-have for the serious wine enthusiasts on your list. With its specially engineered argon gas capsules and airtight trigger system, the Coravin system allows you to enjoy a glass of wine without committing to finishing the whole bottle before it goes bad.
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6. GOVERRE PORTABLE WINE GLASS; $24
The Goverre, available in a variety of colors, features a stemless design, non-stick silicone sleeve and spill-proof lid that can hold up to 17 ounces, allow your giftee’s wine to go whereever they go.
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7. THE WINE DECK; $16
For those wishing to study up on their wine knowledge, look no further than the Wine Deck. This grown-up flashcards can be used to test knowledge of wine variations, regions, pairings, and more.
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8. WINE PRESERVER BOTTLE; $50
If you know someone who likes to savor their wine, get them the gift of quality time—that is, quality time with their favorite bottle. This BPA-free glass vessel provides a spill-proof, airtight environment that extends the life of a bottle up to a week after uncorking.
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9. BEANIE WINE STOPPER; $13
These quirky, cute wine stoppers come in a pack of two contrasting colors to provide a wintry accessory for your loved one’s favorite bottle, while the stopper’s airtight silicone design keeps the wine fresh after opening.
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10. QUOTABLE WINE TOWELS; $45
Did you know that Benjamin Franklin once said, “There can not be good living where there is not good drinking”? Give your friends the gift of good living and drinking with this set of four cotton wine towels, emblazoned with witty quotes about wine from some of history’s greatest minds, including Benjamin Franklin, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemingway, and Winston Churchill.
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11. WINC MEMBERSHIP; $50 PER MONTH
Whether that tricky person on your list is obsessed with wine or a novice looking to discover more about it, they’ll be pleased with a Membership from Winc. Subscribers share their unique flavor preferences by answering questions like, “How do you take your coffee?” or “Do you like salt?”, then Winc takes it from there, shipping the personalized recommendations in each box.
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December 16, 2016 – 6:00am