The Wine Buff: Christmas Gifts for Wine Lovers

Wine Gifts They Can Experience

A good bottle is gone in an evening, but a day in wine country lasts. Our wine tasting tours take guests behind the scenes at vineyards and urban wineries, with guided flights, cellar visits and plenty of time to ask questions. They are thoughtful wine gifts for anyone who enjoys learning what is in the glass, whether they are new to wine or have a favorite region already.

From Vineyards to City Tasting Rooms

For the full experience, a trip to wine country pairs rolling vineyards with long tastings and local food. Closer to home, city tasting rooms, food and wine pairing classes, and paint and sip nights make an easy evening out. Some even combine wine with a cruise or a cooking class. New wineries and tasting experiences are added regularly, so there is usually a fresh vintage to discover.

A Gift for Celebrations All Year

Wine experiences are a favorite in our Christmas experience gifts, and they are just as popular as anniversary gifts or for a birthday. Send an instant e-voucher by email, or choose a printed gift box if you want something to hand over at dinner.

Do guests need to be 21 for wine experiences?

Yes. Wine tastings require every guest to be 21 or older, and a valid photo ID is usually checked on arrival.

When is the best time to visit a vineyard?

Late summer and fall bring the harvest season and the busiest tasting rooms. Winter and spring are quieter, which often means more time with the winemaker.