For the Perfect Birthday Wine Gift

Birthday Wine Gifts

• How to Choose a Wine for a Gift?

  To choose wine for a gift, first consider what your giftee likes. Are they partial to a red, white, sparkling, or rosé? Alternatively, have they mentioned preferring more full-bodied wines? Sweeter? Fruit-forward? Tailor your choice of wine gift to the occasion once you know the type of wine they would choose themselves. For more monumental occasions, a magnum or vintage may be appropriate (unless they are a beginner, as long-aged wines can be overwhelming!). 

  Furthermore, the type of celebration or event can influence the type of wine you purchase. Champagne and Prosecco are classic choices for birthdays, and for a dinner party, a wine that complements the meal being served is an excellent choice. Get in touch with the experts at Mr Wheeler Wines if you would like some recommendations on birthday wine gifts to suit the occasion perfectly.

  
  
• What is a 'Nice' Bottle of Wine for a Gift?

  If you’re unsure what your recipient prefers, go for a classy and approachable crowdpleaser. Begin by asking their preferences for types of wine, and gauge their experience level to choose a wine that suits their palate and doesn’t overwhelm. For a momentous occasion, a magnum or higher-priced wine will usually work, and if your giftee isn’t 100% sure either, sticking to popular reds like Bordeaux, malbec and pinot noir, or whites like sauvignon blanc (New Zealand, Sancerre), champagne or Chablis will be a safer bet.

• What is a Good Red Wine for a Gift?

  When you’re not fully familiar with your giftee’s palate preferences, play it safer with smoother, less tannic easy-drinkers such as merlot, malbec, Beaujolais or pinot noir, and a decent drop of Bordeaux will always have the class and pedigree to go down well.

  Get in touch with the experts at Mr Wheeler Wines for recommendations on good red wines for a gift. We’d be happy to help.