When it comes to choosing a gift for an occasion, no matter if it is for a wedding or anniversary, it is easy for anyone to be at a loss. But have you ever thought of wine as a gift? Are you surprised how wine can be a classy gift? Well, it is a fact that wine is considered as a perfect gift for every occasion. Everyone loves to receive wine as a personalized gift, especially during vacations.
Most people have the habit of choosing gifts at the last moment because of indecision over what to choose and whether the other person will like it. You can confidently pick up a bottle of wine, especially for people you don’t know too well. For colleagues, a boss, or someone neighbourhood wine will be appreciated. Here are just some of the reasons you can give wine with confidence.
Reasons to choose wine as a gift
It’s Congenial
There’s an old Italian saying, “Whoever doesn’t drink wine in the company, is either a thief or spy.”
Wine is the best gift to celebrate a new or long-lasting friendship. You are probably aware that the wine not only warms the body and soothes the soul, but also add a personal feel and an extra touch of congeniality. Whenever there is a happy place of beautiful moments, you might find the wine bottle on the table. Wines are meant to be celebrated with friends or family.
Wines are precious
Wines are usually gifted as an expensive gift for people whom you love. They are very precious, depending upon their age. They are a delusion of grandeur because it becomes an incredibly fantastic choice. People tend to preserve them only to remember the moments spent along with it. Therefore, you can never go wrong when it comes to wine.
Whether you are going on a date or going to propose someone, don’t forget to check the most prestigious wines from the vintage collections. It completes the princely evening and shows how interested are you in that person. People for centuries are habited to gift wine as the symbolism of true love and respect.
It’s a practical gift
A gift of wine is never wasted. Unlike a sweater or piece of jewellery that the recipient might not be want or wear, wine is always welcomed. Wine offers the chances of creating successful memories for long-lasting months or even years. The bottle isn’t going to be on the shelf collecting dust. Instead, it is going to be consumed and appreciated. It does not necessarily have to be any occasion, it’s there if the drinker just decides to have it after work or with dinner, they consume it. It is simple and practical.
Wine for all budgets
If you think money is a problem while choosing wedding or Christmas gifts, wine can actually save you. Because there are wines that suit every budget. A quality wine can starts from $20, and you can obviously buy prestigious sparkling wines at the rate of $40 and more Also, you can often buy directly from the wholesale wine seller and gift the love to all your colleagues. If you own a business, you have found the perfect ‘Secret Santa’ for your employees.
Wine lasts forever
We can all agree on this. Most gifts of food or drink need to be consumed fairly quickly, but wine is different. With wine, you don’t have this pressure. Wine lasts a long time and it often gets a lot better in taste as it gets older. A lot of people tend to save the wine for an excellent occasion like the day of engagement or 30th birthday party. If chosen correctly, you can preserve them for tens of years on a row.
For obvious health benefits
Wine has obvious health benefits, and it means a lot to the person you are gifting. It shows how much you care for them. If you have a friend or acquaintance, who has a health concern, you can gift them a good wine. Also, if you are meeting an older friend or your high school staff, the wine becomes the highlight of the evening or the brunch.
It stays in the cycle
Wine is 100% recyclable or a reusable gift. If you misjudge the person’s favourite or if the person does not drink, then the wine bottle you gifted is passed on. You don’t have to feel guilty about it as does not become rubbish.
How do you choose the right wine for occasions?
Selecting a wine adds the value and prestige to the successful occasions. If you have decided to choose the wine as a gift, then do it right. Spend some sufficient hours in searching for the appropriate wine for different occasions. Here is a rundown of universally agreed favourite wines for every occasion.
- For a Date Night – Merlot
- For birthday parties and wedding anniversaries – White: M. Chapoutier Ermitage de l’Oree Blanc
- For a formal dinner party – Syrah/ Shiraz, Red: Roco 2014 Gravel Road Pinot Noir
- For the new neighbour – White: Chalk Hill Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2016
- For house warming ceremonies – Cabernet Sauvignon
- For any parties to get started – White: Rombauer Chardonnay (3 Litre Bottle) 2016
Wrap Up
Christmas? Birthday, wedding, or anniversary? Promotions or celebrations at work?
Wait! All year! The excellent food and quality of the glass of wine are enjoyed throughout the year. There is no need to wait for any grandeur occasions. Give wine as a present and turn every moment to be cherished and celebrated.
By offering wine to someone, you are providing an experience, memory, and space to know each other.