The best gifts for wine lovers appeal to all types of recipients: those who could practically be a sommelier thanks to their encyclopedic knowledge of grape varieties, as well as those who simply like to unwind with a nice glass of the good stuff after a long day of work. While you can never go wrong with giving an oenophile a bottle of red, white or rosé (what wine lover doesn’t appreciate trying a brand-new varietal?), there are a ton of thoughtful gift ideas out there that are just a little bit more creative than the usual selections.
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Ahead, we’ve rounded up a selection of stellar options to help you knock it out of the park. Whether the person you’re shopping for is just starting their vino journey or has been waxing poetic about lesser-known varietals and terroir for years, here’s a list of 50 top-tier gifts that are sure to delight the wine connoisseur in your life, from wine subscriptions and bar accessories to one-of-a-kind wine glasses.
Who says that we should only use coasters for our wine glasses? The bottle itself deserves one, too—and this one from Crate & Barrel gets the job done nicely. Handcrafted from mango wood and polished white marble, it fits a standard bottle of wine, protects surfaces from post-pour drips and stains and can be wiped clean after use.
For the wine lover who wants to develop their palate and jot down their thoughts when tasting new bottles, a dedicated wine journal is a must-have. This chic option from Wine Folly includes guided tasting notes based on a four-step method developed by top wine sommeliers to help you log a bottle’s body, aroma, acidity and more.
It’s hard to go wrong with wine glasses, especially these long-stemmed, bubble-bowled beauties, which were popularized on the TV series Scandal. But these glasses aren’t regularly on backorder just because they appeared on the hit show—they’re excellent glasses in their own right.
With these beautiful coasters, your recipient will never have to worry about their glasses leaving behind red wine stains. Made from wood and featuring a black emulsion and gold leaf design, these West Elm exclusives from The Vintage Vogue are crafted by hand, meaning every one is unique.
This best-selling electric wine bottle opener is perfect for parties or everyday home use. It’s cordless and features a simple push-button operation, plus it comes with a foil cutter. The rechargeable model can open up to 30 bottles on a single charge.
Hangovers will soon be a thing of the past thanks to these individual filters. Pop the wand into a glass of red or white and, in under three minutes, it’ll aerate, purify and remove preservatives to alleviate some of the peskier side effects that come with splitting a bottle (i.e., headaches, congestion and skin flush). The twist-off top also happens to double as a cute charm for your glass.
If losing their drink is not on their party wishlist, then help them out with a set of these handy wine markers, which they can use to write their name on the bottom of their glass. It’s like a wine charm, but even more obvious.
If you’re wondering whether this book is any good, Wine Folly won a James Beard award—a huge honor in the culinary world. The hardcover guide is attractive enough to use as décor on a coffee table, but it’s also an amazing educational resource on all things wine, including types of grapes, wine labeling and classification, food pairings and much more.
A pretty candle is always a great gift, but it’s even better when it’s a handmade soy candle from Rewined. Handcrafted in South Carolina, the wax is poured into recycled wine bottles and meant to evoke the aroma of your favorite wine with subtle notes of fragrance. This Pinot Noir offering, in particular, is earthy and complex, with notes of fresh fig, cranberry, leather and violet.
With these single-serving mulling spices, your recipient can easily make a warm mug of mulled wine at home whenever the desire strikes. All they have to do is add a single-serve spice infuser—filled with cinnamon, clove, star anise, orange peel and stevia leaf—to their favorite fruit-forward red, then heat, steep and enjoy. Each tin comes with eight infusers.
Made from stainless steel and available in a number of cool colorways, it’s easy to see why Yeti products are so popular. This Rambler is great for holding wine, but it’s also ideal for both hot and cold beverages of any kind, thanks to its double-walled vacuum insulation.
Even the most experienced connoisseurs spill their drink now and then, which is why a bottle of Wine Away is a must-have for every wine enthusiast. This special stain remover works incredibly well on both fresh and dried wine spots and it leaves a light citrus scent behind.
Enjoy a perfectly chilled glass of wine anywhere with this adorable to-go tumbler. It’s made from durable glass and wrapped in a layer of silicone for added protection, and it can hold up to 15 ounces. The tumbler is topped with a tightly sealed lid with a sliding tab for drinking and comes in a range of pretty colors, including several fun terrazzo patterns.
Does the wine lover on your list also have a sweet tooth? Consider these pretty pink gummy bears, which are imported from Germany and infused with rosé wine from Provence. Simply pair with your favorite movie (and maybe even a glass of actual rosé, if you’re feeling indulgent).
If you have a dedicated red drinker in your life, Maison Noir Wines’s newest addition to its lineup is bursting with flavor. Made with Trousseau Noir grown in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this bottle has notes of strawberry, citrus and beets—and it’s best served chilled.
Vino and good food go hand-in-hand, and this cookbook offers a plethora of recipes that will pair perfectly with all sorts of wine. It features a collection of 75 recipes inspired by different types of wine, as well as an explanation of why the pairing works and recommendations for specific brands.
These Belgian chocolate pralines are just the thing to get the wine lover in your life who also has a penchant for all things sweet and sugary. The box includes 24 chocolates designed to pair well with different varietals—there are lighter pralines for their favorite floral whites, for instance, and more intense chocolates intended for equally intense wine flavors.
For those who like to indulge in the occasional breakfast mimosa, a champagne crown sealer is a useful item to keep on hand. This sleek metal stopper from Le Creuset has an airtight rubber seal that clamps tightly onto a bottle of sparkling wine, locking in carbonation with a single motion to preserve that beloved bubbly for days.
If a full-on bath caddy doesn’t seem like their style, this wine holder just might do the trick. Designed with hand-picked beach stones, it simply suctions to the smooth wall of a tub or shower to keep their glass a safe distance from—but still nearby—the water. The best part? It comes with its own BPA-free plastic wine glass to ensure that nothing breaks, which is important, given the slippery setting.
Sometimes, you don’t want to clutch a delicate stemmed wine glass. You’d rather, in those cases, drink your wine out of something chunkier and less fragile. Enter these dishwasher-safe vessels, made from super durable tempered glass. And because they’re stackable, they’re especially great for those who are short on space.
For the white wine fan, a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc is always a safe bet—and Cloudy Bay’s award-winning take on the varietal isn’t to be overlooked. Hailing from the Marlborough region of New Zealand, it strikes the right balance of crisp and vibrant and pairs nicely with everything from shellfish to pasta. Plus, as any frequent wine drinker knows, sometimes a screw cap can be a blessing in disguise.
This marble wine chiller combines function and style by keeping bottles of vino cool while looking beautiful on a table or countertop. (By the way, it can also double as a flower vase.) Crafted from natural marble, each piece varies slightly—and while no two coolers are the same, the white matte stone can easily match any decor.
If the wine lover on your list needs a little help relaxing, you can’t go wrong with this best-selling bamboo bath caddy, which can support everything you need during bathtime: a good novel, a scented candle and a glass of vino. Featuring adjustable extending sides, this eco-friendly caddy—which also features a water-resistant book holder—will fit most tubs.
No matter how big their drinkware collection may be, a cool new addition is always welcome. These stemless wine glasses from Dragon Glassware are pretty enough for serving or display, and their sculptural shape isn’t just striking, it’s also easy to grip.
If you’re looking to entertain and educate all at once, look no further than this page-turner from an expert wine enthusiast. Your recipient will learn all there is to know about wine, from climate and terroir to fundamental varietal names.
This glam wine holder has space for a total of 11 wine bottles—that’s enough to please any wine lover, even those with larger collections. It’s equal parts artful and useful, and would look lovely sitting atop a kitchen counter or placed near a bar cart. Your recipient can also decide to use it vertically or horizontally depending on their preference.
For the person who shows up to every event with a bottle of wine in tow, this insulated travel tote will make their job much easier, keeping wine at the perfect temperature during transit. The stately bag is made from a waxed cotton canvas and has leatherette straps. Plus, it comes in two sizes, allowing you to easily carry two or three bottles at a time.
This is a seriously good-looking gift—and it’s bound to get a ton of use during summer and fall. With sophisticated patterns and so much included (two acrylic wine glasses, napkins, a corkscrew and bottle stopper, a cheese knife, a hardwood cutting board and of course the tote itself), your recipient will feel like they just hit the jackpot.
When it comes to gift-giving, you don’t always have to think outside the box. And Sandy Giovese’s Vino Rosso is proof. The light-bodied and refreshing Sangiovese blend is sure to impress even the most discerning wine lover, and thanks to its boxed packaging, it’s a glass-free way to bring a top-notch wine to any outdoor occasion.
Does the wine lover in your life have a bad habit of forgetting to put their bottles in the fridge or cooler? If so, consider these stainless steel wine chilling wands, which can chill wine to its ideal serving temperature in just minutes. Once the wands have spent at least three hours in the freezer, they can be placed directly into wine glasses.
This gorgeous decanter is sure to be the star of any bar cart. Featuring a chic asymmetrical spout that allows for smooth pouring, this handblown vessel can easily accommodate a full 750-ml bottle of wine. Paired with a set of nice wine glasses, it would be a wonderful gift for your favorite host.
Let your wine breathe as you pour with this handy acrylic aerator. Designed to help your wine release its full flavor, this aerator is a cinch to use: Simply hold it over your wine glass and pour the wine through. It also comes with a no-drip stand, a travel pouch and a sediment filter.
Wine charms and markers are perfect for anyone who regularly hosts parties, as they allow everyone to keep track of their drink. These understated wine markers are sure to earn compliments, as they’re made from stain-resistant merino wool and come in a variety of vibrant colors. They also feature a scratch-free design so you don’t have to worry about damaging glasses.
Give your loved one the gift of brilliant, space-saving storage with this hanging stem rack, which would make a chic addition to any kitchen or bar area. Made of sustainably-sourced beech wood with smooth varnish, the rack—which can hold up to 12 wine glasses or 18 champagne glasses—can be secured to any shelf using the included hardware.
Help them let their wines “breathe” with this fabulously luxe pick. Simply fit the device right on top of a bottle, then use it to dispense and aerate the liquid simultaneously.
Help keep their wine cool—and make their drinking experience thoroughly enjoyable with these fluorite “gems.” The stone patterns are stunning and sophisticated, and everything comes packaged in a gift-ready box.
Argaux is a female-run, California-based online destination for all things wine—and in addition to selling some of the chicest bottles around, they also offer an incredible selection of curated gift baskets and starter kits. This one is great for anyone who’s newly interested in the art of wine tasting, since it includes four bottles of wine (two red, two white), as well as a tasting guide booklet explaining the most common grape varieties.
For a vintage look, these etched wine glasses are unbeatable. Featuring a gorgeous hand-cut floral pattern, these glasses would make an elegant addition to a holiday dinner table or evening happy hour spread. While clear glass is classic, these beauties also come in light blue.
Test your vintner skills with this convenient wine-making kit. Ideal for beginners, the kit comes with everything you need to make a gallon of Cabernet Sauvignon, including a glass carboy, funnel and yeast additives.
If you’re gifting a bottle of their favorite varietal, surely it would look lovely in this canvas wine tote from HOBO. The cotton canvas is both durable and lightweight, and the botanical floral print will pop against their go-to bottle of red, white or rosé. It’ll become their go-to bag for transporting vino in no time.
The makers of this gorgeous glass claim it’s perfect for every type of wine, which makes it a winning gift no matter the personal preferences of your particular recipient. It’s also just downright nice to look at.
Sure, you could go with a basic wine subscription service. But for something more interesting, Sampl is a great gift that will expand their palate beyond the bestsellers. The newly launched brand takes an innovative approach to the wine-tasting experience by sending a package with seven of California’s best small-batch blends created by eco-conscious winemakers, with each one housed in an individual 100-ml capsule (the equivalent of one glass). It’s a fun flight for the wine-curious, and no one has to commit to a full bottle at any point.
If you really want to impress them, opt for a countertop wine cooler–it’s not so expensive that it’ll break the bank, but it’s impressive and big-ticket enough to really delight any wine connoisseur. It’s also just plain useful: Designed to hold up to eight bottles, the device chills and protects even the most finicky flavors with its thermoelectric energy. There’s even a touchscreen on the door.
These wine glasses have an eye-catching shape, but the design isn’t just for aesthetic appeal. The Winewings collection from Riedel features flat-bottomed glasses that increase the surface area of the wine, which speeds up the rate of evaporation and produces a more distinct aroma. This set of four includes special glasses for Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, making it ideal for wine-lovers who frequently host at-home tastings.
For a wine lover, nothing is sadder than having to dispose of a partially full bottle. Still, it happens to the best of us—and because wine loses its freshness when exposed to air for too long, a preservation system can be a true game-changer. Coravin’s Timeless Six+ inserts a needle through the cork to pressurize the bottle, allowing you to pour a glass of still wine without ever removing the stopper. The cork naturally reseals itself when the clamp is removed, keeping the wine fresh for weeks, months or even years.
If the wine connoisseur in your life also loves hosting, you can’t miss with this rich selection of cured meats and creamy European cheeses for a gorgeous charcuterie board. Meats include prosciutto and salame rustico, whereas cheeses include a Swiss favorite and a soft Italian variety; there’s also a classic Italian cake. All that’s missing are crackers for serving and, of course, wine.
If you really want to impress an amateur sommelier, a countertop wine cooler for their favorite beverage will do the trick. This fridge features stylish and sturdy stainless steel construction, an adjustable temperature control and racks that neatly stack 14 bottles of wine. For recipients who are short on counter space, consider the smaller and narrower eight bottle cooler.
Perfect for any gathering, this wine caddy has space for two bottles of wine and four stemmed wine glasses, and it comes with four ceramic dishes that can be used to serve cheese, crackers and other snacks. The design is crafted from mango wood and wrought iron and it comes with a removable second tier in case you want to use it solely as a serving tray.
An exquisite addition to any wine lover’s collection, this set of crystal glasses from Baccarat’s Chateau Baccarat line is sure to dazzle. Meant to enhance the tasting experience as a whole, it includes one red wine glass, one white wine glass, a wine flute and a wine tumbler. Each piece is designed to be both rounded and bowed, so wine can be softly swirled sans oxidization on the inner surface. Impressive, to say the least.
Whether they’re already familiar with Avaline or not, this intro set from the brand will be a delightful surprise. It packs nine bottles from the organic and transparently-produced brand, including two red blends, two rosés, two cabernets, one sauvignon blanc, one white blend and one sparkling. The 24-pack of rosé cans are another delicious option.
2022 Felt Plant Bag If you’re willing to splash out on your loved one, the Wine Enthusiast Classic 70 Dual Zone Wine Cellar, which can store between 60 and 70 bottles, is our favorite wine cooler on the market. “For frequent use, this model was a clear winner,” contributor Carey Jones wrote in her tested review of the