Gifting to a wine enthusiast is good fun because there's a plethora of great routes one could go. Casual imbibers might enjoy a simple crisp sauvignon blanc while a big time fan might prefer a sommelier-made wine. And in between, there's so much more that covers the best gifts for wine lovers, from gadgets and tools to books about the age-old beverage and fun puzzles that double as wine maps.
Sure, wine is a great options and there are no shortage of incredible regions and styles out there. But don't forget about all of the associated gifts too, from storage racks and tasting journals to actual grape vines you can tend at home. And we've even included some tasty grub, as it's tough to top a great food and wine pairing.
Read on for 30 amazing and creative wine gifts for the vino champion in your life.
Best for the wine party host
Cuisinart Wine Opener
Here's one for the wine drinker who wants a more efficient opening experience. Farewell broken corks and sore wrists, hello quick and bottle pops. Better still, this one comes with a pump to seal any leftover wine and keep it in good shape for several days to come. That's truly a gift that keeps on giving.
Best for the boxed wine fan
Vino Voyage Gingerbread House
A gingerbread house that doubles as a quality boxed wine? That's a gift we could all get used to this holiday season. This clever display is great for the host, adding some festive panache to the table. The house comes with the equivalent of four bottles of wine, in your choice of carbernet sauvignon, chardonnay, or rosé.
Best for the traveling wine enthusiast
Chateau Montelena x VinGardeValise travel set
A dreamy bundle from one of our favorite Napa Valley producers, this is a travel-ready set full of the goods. Ideal for the nomadic wine lover who loves to explore new corners of the map — and return with bottles — the collaborative bundle includes a sleek carrying case and some of the label's best wine options, spanning four different vintages.
Best for the gadget guru
Craighill Best Wine Key
Designed by sommeliers, this wine key is perfect for that wine lover who appreciates a good gadget. Not only is it sexy, but highly functional, offering a pro-level open whether it's bubbly or still wine. You can stow it easily in a pocket but it's so slick you'll likely want to show it off.
Best for the wine student
The New French Wine
The work of one of the best wine writers in the business, this book is a must for any French wine fan. Fascinating, informative, and pretty, the set of two looks great on the coffee table and will be referenced often by your friend who's always talking up iconic wine regions like the Loire Valley.
Best for the art lover
Slim Aarons 'Barone Bettino Ricasoli'
Art and wine, it's a match made in heaven. This print depicts quite the Italian scene— famed vintner Barone Bettino Ricasoli with a glass of wine beside a table in a stunning Siena vineyard. It would look great in that cellar tasting space or even next to the dining room, reminding everyone of the greatness of wine and how it all starts in the vineyard.
Best for the food and wine pairer
Giadzy Organic Pasta Three-Pack
A standout gift for the Italian wine fan, this three-pack comes from a great line launched by celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis. Your giftee can pair it up with a good Chianti or Kerner from the Alto Adige and have a proper feast. This is easily some of the best Italian food you can get outside of the Old World and all the more rewarding as you get to prepare it at home.
Best for the bored wine drinker
Water and Wines Wine Puzzle
Here's a great new activity for that wino friend who goes to the painting and sipping classes. The puzzle offers a great task to carry out as you sip on that favorite glass and, once complete, reveals the details of an entire wine-producing nation. Go with Germany, or opt for a different wine-loving region, like California or Spain.
Best for the flamboyant wine drinker
Personalized Wine Saber
We can't think of a cooler, more triumphant gift for the wine enthusiast. As the legend goes, Napoleon used to wield one of these around, using it to saber bubbly in victory and defeat. What makes this one all the better? It can be personalized, giving it the ultimate touch of individuality.
Best for the spirit-loving wino
Laws Four Grain Bourbon Aged in a Cognac Foeder
Here's a memorable gift for those who appreciate wine-like spirits. Crafted from regional grains in Colorado, this flavorful bourbon shows the terroir of this underrated whiskey-producing state. Finally, something as good or better than what's coming out of the Kentucky pipeline that tells the story of a place in the glass (just like wine).
Best for the Italian wine fan
Alberto Oggero 2021 Valle Dei Lunghi Bianco
Tailor made for the white wine fan on your list, this one shows the beauty of Arneis in true Italian style. Bright and full of structure, the wine is as beautiful as the label it is wearing. They can geek out about all the cool things that went into making this fine wine, from the native yeast to 80-year-old vines that produced the fruit.
Best for the wine collector
Coravin Timeless Model 3
Ideal for the wine collector on your list, the Coravin offers some super-useful tech. The user can extract samples from a wine without removing the cork, meaning it can continue to age even after you have a glass or sample. It's an incredible tool for doing involved tastings especially with older bottles of wine.
Best for the wine novice
Wine Aroma Wheel Print
This print offers a great visual of the many fragrances wine can afford. A cost-effective gift that's great for somebody looking to fine-tune their palate, the wheel can help them ID certain notes on a wine and enhance their overall sensory experience.
Best for the note taker
Papier Recipe Journal
Sure, it's called a recipe journal but we love this thoughtful gift as it doubles as a fantastic home for wine tasting notes. Well made, the little booklet serves as a reminder to really settle into a wine and all of its details. Plus, it's a great way to look back on some of your old favorites, whether it be a region, style, or vintage.
Best for the book reader
Sideways
One of the best iconic wine films of the modern era started as a great book. Relive the adventures and misadventures of the wine-soaked protagonists as they meander through California wine country. A little dark, a little raw, wildly entertaining, and never more than a stone's throw from a good vineyard, it's a great read for any wine enthusiast.
Best for those with limited kitchen space
Joplin Stemless Glasses
Not all stemless glasses have to lack elegance. Just look at this set, both refined and harder to break as they are set a bit lower. You can still get all your senses in that wine without having to worry about a party foul. They make a great gift for the host or the person with limited kitchen space.
Best for the cyclist
Bicycle Wine Bottle Carrier
Now this is a fine accent your cycling friend can add to their rig. It's a classy wine bottle holder with a real vintage aesthetic. Handmade out of leather with cool brass fasteners, it's a great thing to have to inspire a picnic or summer bike ride.
Best for the green thumb wine lover
Grape Vine
A vine is a great gift, whether it be for the wine enthusiast who's also a green thumb or just somebody looking for a cool lawn decoration. If tended with a reasonable amount of care, it'll even produce fermentable fruit. And if nothing else, it can be set up with a proper trellis for your own estate vineyard.
Best for the at-home wine taster
Schoolhouse Lolly Bar Cart
A great bar cart can be an eye-catching focal point in any room in the house. Best, this one is mobile and comes in a couple of decidedly cool color options. From the zany structure to the glass shelves, this cart will level up any kind of wine gathering.
Best for those who like to display their bottles
Anthropologie Wavy Wooden Wine Rack
Elevate their wine storage game with this wavy wooden rack from Anthropolgie. It looks sharp in the kitchen and can display four bottles rather artfully, while keeping the corks wet. Carved by hand, it's made from the same acacia wood a lot of winemakers age their white wines in.
Best for the Napa Valley admirer
Hoopes Vineyard Bundle
Hoopes Vineyard is a Napa Valley treasure that just gets everything right. Their exquisite wine is only matched by the beauty of their gorgeous vineyard and the loving passion that is so obviously poured into their winemaking process.
This bundle is for every wine-lover on your list and includes a bottle of 2018 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, a bottle of Oasis Shrubs (flavored apple cider vinegar for drinking or cooking), a Hoopes embroidered apron, a jar of Hoopes Vineyard tomato sauce, and a candle made from recycled wine bottles.
Best for the classy nomadic wine drinker
Fly With Wine Vin2Go Case
This is the ultimate gift for every wine-loving traveler on this year's list. With the Fly with Wine Vin2Go case, your loved one will be able to travel without worry, toting their new favorite wine bottles. With a light, durable, and shockproof semi-hard shell case, these bags are made to protect your wine bottles and glasses from drops and bumps while inner cushions secure the wines inside the case.
They are also water-resistant and extremely easy to clean, making this the perfect gift for any wine aficionado on your list.
Best for the cozy wine lover
Uncorked Wine Candles
These incredible candles are lovingly crafted in Truckee, California, and poured into recycled wine bottles, each scent a representation of a classic wine varietal. cabernet is dark and sweet, like cherries and chocolate, with an herbal finish; Champagne has a fresh, crisp aroma with hints of cotton blossom; and chardonnay has aromas of apple, almonds, and cinnamon on top, with buttery richness underneath.
Rosé has fresh fruit and sweet almond notes. Pino grigio is airy with a hint of citrus and sassafras wood. Buy one of each for all of the wine lovers on your list who love to create a romantic ambiance.
Best for the wine know-it-all
The Oxford Companion to Wine
This beautiful book contains everything one could possibly want to know about wine in one single volume. This gorgeously comprehensive book contains more than 4,000 entries covering topics from history through geography, geology, soil science, viticulture, winemaking, packaging, academia, technology, and regulations to people and places, tasting, writing, and the language of wine.
Give your wine-loving loved one the gift of knowledge with this incredible book that connects the fascinating story of wine in its most traditional and modern forms.
Best for the party thrower
Estelle Colored Champagne Coupe Stemware
These gorgeous Champagne coupes combine colorful modern flair with a touch of traditional elegance. This absolutely gorgeous iridescent collection is a nod to the founder's grandmother,
Estelle, who she describes as "A jewel of a person that instilled in me an appreciation of the pastime of treasure hunting for beautiful finds — especially for the kitchen which was the heart of her home." These beautiful glasses will add a whimsical and dreamy touch to any wine lover's soiree.
Best for those looking for improved wine storage
Ivation 12-Bottle Wine Fridge
This compact little wine fridge is the perfect size for just about any space; no need for a full kitchen renovation. This 12-bottle wine refrigerator is the perfect solution to not having room for a wine cellar.
It protects and preserves the flavor and aroma of your wine collection by keeping harmful UV rays out and maintaining an optimal environment for the wines to age gracefully. This small but mighty wine fridge is the perfect solution for any wine lover with limited space.
Best for the refined wine lover
Wine Enthusiast Legacy Corkscrew with Marble Stand
This absolutely gorgeous corkscrew and stand is a true statement piece, ready to impress with its black marble stand and completely customizable personal logo. The smooth-gliding non-stick worm easily removes natural and synthetic corks and will be the perfect showstopper at any dinner party.
Best for those with older wines
Williams-Sonoma Heritage Wine Decanter and Aerator Set
Decanting and aerating are crucial elements to enjoying a beautiful bottle of wine to the fullest. This gorgeous decanter and aerator set from Williams-Sonoma is the only wine decanter your wine-loving loved one will ever need.
Between the classic glass design and antique-inspired etching of the decanter to the brass-plated stainless steel of the aerator and stand, this timeless piece deserves a place of honor in any dining room.
Best for the sparkling wine and white wine lover
Simon Pearce Marble Wine Chiller
Buckets full of ice can be horribly messy with their drips, spills, and pooling water collecting at the base. This gorgeously sleek marble wine chiller from Simon Pearce completely eliminates that problem with its modern and simple yet classic design.
This marble wine chiller is made from 100% natural marble from India's Stonemen and is handcrafted to feature uniquely textural variation in each design. The insulation properties of the marble will protect your wood surfaces and keep wine perfectly chilled for hours.
Best for the wine lover who already has everything
Anna New York Flourite Wine Gems
These beautiful and flirty little wine gems are the perfect gift for the wine lover who already has everything. Handcrafted from Rose Quartz gemstone and said to restore harmony, these gems keep your wine cool without watering it down with ice cubes.
Place them in the freezer for four hours, drop them into your drink, and enjoy! Not only do they keep your wine at the perfect drinking temperature, but they add a beautiful sparkle to just about any beverage.
For the big red wine aficionado
The Setting 2019 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
A true collector's item as just 245 cases were produced, this cabernet from Napa Valley is luxuriously rich and lengthy. Great for a special occasion sip now or to cellar for years ahead, the wine is made from Oakville fruit and boasts tons of structure.
For the Old World wine lover
A Mediterranean Wine and Culinary Expedition
Feel like splurging for a bucket-list-level gift for the wine lover in your life? Go with a trip to the Old World, setting out by luxe boat with stops in wine-soaked towns like Nice, Marseilles, Mallorca, and more. Aboard the cruise will be Odette Estate and Adaptation winemaker Andrew Haugen. The intimate trip includes chats with the vintner and memorable food and wine pairings.
You can't go wrong with one of the great gifts above, whether you're shopping for the know-it-all wine lover or wine novice this year. Maybe even treat yourself to something, as these gifts elevate the entire wine-drinking experience.
