34 Best Gifts for Wine Lovers That Are More Creative Than a Bottle of Cabernet
While a bottle of Cabernet may be the classic present for the wine-obsessed, receiving yet another bottle for the collection can be a little ho-hum. Instead, surprise your resident wine lover this year with an appropriately grape-themed gift they'd never expect. To help you find just the right tannic touch, we've rounded up some of the most useful and creative options around—from wine-infused coffee to chic wine-inspired decor—to make the oenophile on your list smile.
Mariposa
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Nothing is worse than losing a fresh white tablecloth to red wine stains—minimize the risk with this beaded wine coaster. It's designed to be deep enough to hold any wine bottle and prevent drips from reaching the table.
LEGACY - a Picnic Time Brand
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For serious picnickers, only the most organized wine and cheese tote will do.
Coroco Coffee Roaster Collective
amazon.com
These Arabica beans are aged in oak barrels used for cabernet aging to bring out the decadent berry flavors in the beans.
Danby
wayfair.com
If you can swing a splurge, this wine fridge is a great investment. It can fit 16 bottles, and has adjustable racks so your friend can tailor it to their needs. Plus, thanks to the sleek black display, it won't look out of place in any room of the house.
Le nez du vin
amazon.com
The key to picking out all of those complex notes in the scent of a wine is all about training your nose. This pro-level kit comes with 54 concentrated scents commonly found in wine to serve as a bootcamp for your olfactory sense.
Made in the USA
amazon.com
Oxygen is the enemy of good wine, which is why this cleverly designed carafe includes a special float that sits on the surface of your wine so it never makes contact with the air, keeping it fresh for much longer than your average bottle stopper.
Reilly Creation
amazon.com
$129.00
For the host who throws seriously festive parties, this monogrammed wine chilling trough is a soirée saver.
Curawood
amazon.com
Whether you're relaxing in the backyard or picnicking in the park, this foldable table, which can hold four glasses and a bottle of wine plus plenty of treats, is just what you need to keep things elegant.
Jacobsen Salt Co.
amazon.com
For the ultimate wine pairing, match your finishing salt with your sip with this pinot noir–infused salt.
Sommify
amazon.com
$49.99
Learning is fun—especially when there's wine involved! This blind tasting board game not only gives you something fun to play with vino loving friends, but also subtly teaches you how to blind taste like a pro.
RBT
amazon.com
This sophisticated electric corkscrew opens bottles with maximum ease and maximum speed, for those times you need wine ASAP.
Avery
amazon.com
This easy-to-read James Beard Award winning magnum opus on all things wine comes complete with useful graphs and charts to help you decode wine lingo and choose the perfect pairing.
Corkcicle
amazon.com
Life waits for no wine-lover, but you can take your wine with you when you have a handy travel glass, like this insulated, spill-proof version.
30 Watt
Do you need to drink wine in the shower? Of course not. Do you want to? Naturally.
Vinglacé
amazon.com
Keep your cool with this wine chiller. It'll keep your bottle at the perfect chilly temp without the drips and fuss of a bucket of ice.
Lorena Jones Books
amazon.com
Putting together a pairing dinner has never been easier. This cookbook, filled with tasty recipes and handy pairing guides make it simpler than ever to make your next dinner party sommelier-level.
Emergency Stain Rescue
amazon.com
Give your favorite wine lover the greatest gift of all—the ability to wear winter white while drinking pinot noir.
VinGardeValise
amazon.com
Whether it's buying bottles on their travels or bringing their own stash on the go, this suitcase outfitted with high-density foam can carry a full case.
Tirrinia
amazon.com
Upgrade your usual "bottle of wine as hostess gift" by bringing said bottles in this sturdy, minimalist wine cooler bag, which insulates and cushions a bottle of wine and can be carried over your shoulder like a tote or in hand without risk of spillage.
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The only tool that lets you pour from a wine bottle...without pulling the cork. This system carefully pierces the cork of any wine bottle, allows you to pour wine out through the handy spout, then injects argon into the empty space in the bottle to take the place of air, so the wine left behind doesn't oxidize and stays fresh until you feel like opening it again.
NUTRIUPS
amazon.com
Elegant, modern, and effective, this decanter is part wine aerator, part art piece.
Moleskine
amazon.com
Tabbed sections for red, whites, sparkling, rosé, fortified wines, and spirits makes it easier than ever for the oenophile in your life to keep track of their favorite bottles.
Penguin Books
amazon.com
Amateurs and oenophiles alike will get a kick out of this New York Times bestseller as you follow one journalist on her journey to go from wine novice to certified sommelier.
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What could go better with a glass of wine than some delicious chocolate. This collection of bars is designed to perfectly pair with different wine styles so you can suit every kind of indulgence.
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By gifting this wine club, you'll never have to bring a bottle to your friend's dinner party again—because you'll have already sent them plenty. Winc has made a name for itself by offering tastes of adventurous new wines and learning your palette with both an initial profile and gathering more info from the bottles you try so that each new box includes exciting new wines that you're sure to love.
GrayFoxTradingCo
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For the preppy wine snob, a wine glass they'll never lose track of.
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Get ready for some al fresco sipping with this cute personalized mini table that folds up into a handy carrier for toting all of your picnic essentials.
Graphic Image
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For the wine aficionado who likes to keep track of their favorite bottles, this pocket journal is a must. It has 160 pages for note-keeping, separated into sections according to wine type.
TONYMOLY
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See, wine can be good for your skin! At least, when it comes in the form of the face-firming red wine extract in this sheet mask.
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Do you want another glass of wine with dessert or should you swap to a cozy tea? There's no need to choose with this Earl Grey-style black tea infused with merlot.
Vietri
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Upgrade their bar cart with these chic striped glasses. Each one was mouth-blown in Veneto, Italy, but they're surprisingly low-maintenance, too: They're dishwasher-safe for easy clean-up post-dinner party.
These wine-filled truffles are made with fine chocolates and include Champagne, Cabernet, Chardonnay, and Port flavors.
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What better to hang over a well-stocked wine cabinet than an eye-catching print personalized with your giftee's name?
The Greatest Gifts for the Wine Obsessed
While a bottle of Cabernet may be the classic present for the wine-obsessed, receiving yet another bottle for the collection can be a little ho-hum. Instead, surprise your resident wine lover this year with an appropriately grape-themed gift they'd never expect. To help you find just the right tannic touch, we've rounded up some of the most useful and creative options around—from wine-infused coffee to chic wine-inspired decor—to make the oenophile on your list smile.
While a bottle of Cabernet or a sleek looking wine decanter may be classic presents for any wine obsessor, this year give something they won't expect with one our handpicked vino-appropriate presents.
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