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One of the best ways to score the perfect gift for someone is to play into their hobbies or passions. Think about it: It's a surefire way to score them something you know they'll use (and love!) on the reg, which is the hope any time you buy someone a gift. From passionate readers to self-care queens, there's a gift out there to play into any passion.
Another indulgence high on many people's lists? Wine! We all know that one person who waxes poetic about a great merlot or looks forward to coming home and pouring a buttery Chardonnay. That said, finding the "perfect" bottle of wine can be intimidating and stressful, especially if your gift recipient is uniquely educated on the difference between Gewürztraminer and Grenache. If the special person in your life tends to be picky with the bottles they uncork (no judgment), why not opt for a wine-adjacent gift the next time a special occasion arises?
Whether your friend is a true oenophile or just likes sipping a great glass post-work, these gifts for wine lovers—ranging from funny to practical—will become new favorites. The best part? We got creative so you don't have to, and it's safe to say, your friend won't have many of these items in their bar cart at home (yet!). Without further ado, here are 37 wine-themed gifts every vino lover needs—cheers!
If your pal is serious about their wine, they probably follow all the rules when it comes to sipping from the proper glass and prepping their pour a certain way. This electric wine decanter features a unique rotating design that, with just a push of a button, allows wine to breathe, releasing aromas and flavors until the perfect flavor emerges.
With this beautiful (and functional) wine glass, your friend can pour their wine into the aerator fixed inside the glass and enjoy the spectacle as the wine showers through the glass, bringing out the blend's unique flavor notes.
If you know someone who prefers to pour their wine alfresco, this ingenious table is undoubtedly on their wishlist. Instead of a traditional base, this clever piece of furniture features a spike at the bottom, allowing it to drill securely into the grass, plus slots designed to hold a bottle and two glasses.
When it comes to cultivating a worthy wine collection, great glassware is essential—and it's important to clean it with care. This slim brush from Williams Sonoma is shaped specifically for delicate stemware, with an odor-resistant foam bristle head that leaves wine and Champagne glasses clean without scratching.
A passion for food and wine goes hand-in-hand, which is what makes this next gift such a good one. With these functional dish towels, your friend will never have to Google what meats go best with which varietal of wine again. Each towel in the set (one for reds, one for whites) depicts a clever chart, denoting a variety of different types of wine and the dishes they pair best with.
Consider the struggle with corks to be over. With this electric bottle opener, your friend will be able to easily remove the cork from their favorite blends within seconds. Fun fact: The device can open up to 30 bottles on a single charge (the battery lasts around seven hours).
Learning is never over, and if your friend is a true oenophile, we bet that they love learning everything there is to know about wine. This book, written by Jancis Robinson, a world-renowned Master of Wine, contains more than 4,000 entries covering wine-focused topics like soil science, viticulture, packaging, tasting, and more.
A chance to learn from the pros is every passionate person's dream—and you can gift your friend the opportunity to expand their vino knowledge with MasterClass. With a membership, they can take a wine appreciation class with wine master James Suckling, where they'll learn about proper tasting methods, including how to determine flavor, aroma, and structure.
There's nothing worse than hanging out with friends only to realize you've completely lost track of your sip—and everyone has poured the same red. These affordable and unique personalized wine charms will help your recipient personalize their pour and never lose track of their glass.
It may be a rare occasion, but not every bottle of wine gets finished in one sitting. For those times when you need to put a cork in it (literally), a flashy wine stopper makes for a great gift. This luxe crystal version adds a high-end touch to every bar cart, imbuing their next sip with positive energy, thanks to the various crystals.
Many wine connoisseurs like to save mementos of special bottles, usually in the form of a cork. To ensure your friend has a stylish place to display their ever-growing collection, snag this rustic wooden shadowbox frame. It can be personalized with a family name on the front and comes in two sizes, small (which fits around 200 corks) and large (which fits around 700).
If your friend often likes to sip while on a picnic in the park or during a fishing trip, they'll need a way to keep their wine cold on the go. With this bottle cooler, whites and rosés can stay chilled for up to six hours, thanks to a vessel built with stainless steel for style and efficiency!
Consider this purse the upgraded version of boxed wine your pal relied on in college. This stealthy (and chic) tote from Porto Vino holds not one but two bottles of wine, thanks to a hidden, insulated compartment that you can pour directly from. It's the ideal cheeky pick for a friend with a notorious love for wine—and a sense of humor.
If you're brave enough to gift your wine-loving friend actual bottles of the good stuff, it's a good idea to opt for a wine club subscription, which will expose them to different varietals and allow them to tailor their selections to their tastes. With FirstLeaf, lucky recipients will get six bottles based on their unique preferences per shipment.
The classic marble detailing makes this wine cooler trés chic. While it won't be quite as cold as versions that go in the freezer, marble tends to hold on to a chill well, so if you put a cold bottle in this holder, it'll stay to temperature longer. Bonus: It looks so beautiful during a dinner party.
If you know a wine enthusiast who loves to take their booze on the go, this carrier is a must. Featuring a classic stripe exterior and insulated interior, it has enough room for two bottles—or one really big one.
No wine lover's gift guide would be complete without some actual wine, so here is ours. Deep ruby red wine exudes aromas of ripe wild berries, blackberry preserves, tobacco leaf, and tanned leather. It's an ideal pairing with a wide variety of meats, especially game and boar, as well as aged pecorino cheese.
If the wine lover in your life has plenty of plain wine glasses, opt for this beautiful set of decorative ones from Mikasa. It features four different etched designs and a versatile shape that white and redwine lovers will adore.
If someone you know is celebrating a special occasion, like a wedding or milestone birthday, a simple bottle just won't do. Instead, splurge on a custom-painted bottle of Champagne or wine, which can include their favorite colors, florals, and more. It's so pretty, they may never want to uncork it (maybe).
Cheesy? Yes. Cute? 100 percent! This tee is soft and easy to wear, whether she's heading to a local winery or checking off her grocery list on a Sunday. Not to mention, the burgundy color is reminiscent of a deep merlot. Pretty perfect, right?
Alyssa is a freelance writer, editor, and stylist with a background in interior design, food, and lifestyle content. She has over a decade of experience in the digital and magazine industry creating unique and innovative content for storied brands such as House Beautiful, Food and Wine, Real Simple, HGTV, Good Housekeeping, and more. She lives in the Hudson Valley with her husband and children, where they're fixing up an 1820s colonial farmhouse.
Aaron Radford-Wattley is the e-commerce and SEO Manager at Oprah Daily, where he oversees all things relating to commerce content, shopping, and search optimization. Aaron has over 15 years of experience in the media industry. Prior to joining the Oprah Daily team, he worked extensively in news media, digital marketing, fashion, and retail.
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Alyssa is a freelance writer, editor, and stylist with a background in interior design, food, and lifestyle content. She has over a decade of experience in the digital and magazine industry creating unique and innovative content for storied brands such as House Beautiful, Food and Wine, Real Simple, HGTV, Good Housekeeping, and more. She lives in the Hudson Valley with her husband and children, where they're fixing up an 1820s colonial farmhouse.
custom made jewelry paper bag Aaron Radford-Wattley is the e-commerce and SEO Manager at Oprah Daily, where he oversees all things relating to commerce content, shopping, and search optimization. Aaron has over 15 years of experience in the media industry. Prior to joining the Oprah Daily team, he worked extensively in news media, digital marketing, fashion, and retail.