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How to Buy Gifts for a Wine Connoisseur

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Finding that perfect gift for wine connoisseurs on your list shouldn't be difficult since you already know what they like. With a bit of "out of the box" thinking and imagination, you can find gifts that any wine enthusiast will enjoy.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Go for the obvious first. Have your local wine seller select a special bottle of wine, possible a hot new vintage, or, if you want to splurge, put together a half-case or case of select bottles.

  2. Step 2

    Select personalized gifts. Wine labels, bottle stoppers or even an engraved corkscrew may be something your wine lovers would enjoy.

  3. Step 3

    Buy them the latest books on wine if they enjoy books. New books are always coming out on different aspects of wine. Consider their taste and personality when selecting a book.

  4. Step 4

    Purchase things that go well with wine. Put together everything for a gourmet meal and make a gift basket. Use your imagination. Savories like artichoke pate, air-dried beef, fine sausages, sun-dried tomatoes and sharp cheeses go well with strong reds. Whites are excellent with fruits and milder cheeses.

  5. Step 5

    Give them a gift certificate for a restaurant with an extensive wine collection. Make sure they also have an impressive menu. Include enough on the gift certificate for a meal and a bottle of wine.

  6. Step 6

    Consider glasses. Ornate crystal wine glasses are an excellent gift. If you notice your wine lover uses small glasses, you might buy a set of the bulb-shaped goblets that allow wines to breathe. A fine crystal decanter can enhance a room's decor while serving a practical purpose.

  7. Step 7

    Find a novelty gift you think they may enjoy. Look at wine cork candles, wine glass sun catchers, devices that remove the oxygen from wines before recorking, automatic cork screws, terra cotta ice buckets and other distinctive ideas.

Tips & Warnings
  • Keep your eyes open. Gifts for wine lovers can appear in places you would not think to look. The gourmet coffee shop may have hand painted wine glasses and the corner gift store may have that wine decanter your wine lover would enjoy.
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