| A few tips on picking the ideal wine gift for family, | | | | If you are buying something for a woman then |
| friends or colleagues … | | | | Champagne is almost guaranteed to raise a smile. |
| There is something particularly rewarding about | | | | And if authentic Champagne is looking a tad |
| being presented with a special bottle of wine. And | | | | expensive, there are plenty of top-quality |
| because it can be a very personal thing, choosing | | | | sparkling whites to get that are great value. If |
| the right wine to give to a friend or loved one, will | | | | you're looking for something a bit different then |
| show them just how much you care. | | | | Sparkling rosés are becoming increasingly |
| But with so many choices out there, the task of | | | | popular. As well as a refreshing vibrant taste |
| picking the right wine as a present can prove a bit | | | | there is something deliciously elegant and romantic |
| daunting. But there are a few simple tips, which | | | | about a flute of bubbly rosé. If the lady in |
| should help you steer clear of any pitfalls. First of | | | | question prefers red wine - a Pinot Noir from New |
| all think about the person you are buying for. That | | | | Zealand or, if you're feeling flush, red Burgundy |
| may sound simple, but just because you like | | | | has a unique celebrated red-berry complexity that |
| sherry, don't assume everyone else will. If in | | | | sets it apart from all other reds. |
| doubt - it's often best to stick with tried and | | | | These are a just few suggestions, but it is worth |
| tested favourites. | | | | visiting the website of a reputable wine merchant |
| If you're buying something for a man, whether it's | | | | to find out more. Many will offer sound advice on |
| a work colleague, your father, or husband - | | | | what to get as well as delivery direct to your |
| there's always something particularly grand about | | | | home or whichever address you choose. |
| a bottle of Port or whisky. Both are excellent | | | | Decanter Magazine's Wine Merchant of the Year - |
| options especially around Christmas time and, as | | | | Laithwaites is a good place to start laithwaites |
| they are not an everyday item, they have an | | | | (dot)co(dot)uk. The have an extensive range with |
| added 'treat' factor. Classic wines such as reds | | | | interesting mixed cases for simple 'thank you' |
| from Bordeaux or crisp, dry white from Chablis | | | | wine gifts as well as fine wine for when you want |
| are good safe bets. The 2005 vintage was one of | | | | something truly impressive. |
| the finest in Bordeaux for a long time, which | | | | With expert advice at your fingertips making the |
| improved the standard of all the wines from that | | | | right choice becomes a lot easier as does making |
| year. So if you spot any - they're worth snapping | | | | that special someone feel particularly appreciated. |
| up. | | | | Happy hunting! |