The Gift Exchange

Gifts | Wine

My Favorite Wine

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 Alicia

When I first started working here, I would get calls from customers who kept telling me we needed to carry this fantastic chardonnay by Cakebread Cellars of Napa Valley. Since ... Read more..

Posted in My Favorite Gift, Wine Gifts | 3 Comments »

Harvest Time in California Wine Country

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 admin

Exciting news! Wineries in certain parts of Sonoma and Napa began harvesting grapes this week for this year's wine production. So far it has been an excellent growing season in ... Read more..

Posted in Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

What Makes a Wine Truly Great?

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 admin

Every serious wine lover has at some point contemplated the difference between a very good wine and a wine that is truly exceptional. Of course there are wine ratings and ... Read more..

Posted in Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

Cool Wines for Hot Summer Nights

Friday, June 26th, 2009 admin

Summer is finally here, and the warm nights are ideal for al fresco meals highlighting summer's bounty of fresh produce and delicious meats and fish cooked to perfection on outdoor ... Read more..

Posted in Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

In Defense of Blended Wines

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 admin

Many wine purists insist that single variety or varietal wines are preferable to blended wines, but limiting yourself to varietal wines for wine gifts and personal consumption often means you ... Read more..

Posted in Personalized Gifts, Wine Gifts | 3 Comments »

Eco-Friendly Wines on Earth Day

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 admin

Today is Earth Day, a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's environment. While many of us are following through on our individual pledges to be more ... Read more..

Posted in Wine Gifts | No Comments »

Champagne and Wine Wedding Gifts

Thursday, April 16th, 2009 Luba

This year I've been invited to attend 10 weddings so far. Yes, ten weddings and one of them is my brother's! For each one I have to find a dress ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Ideas, Weddings, Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

The Making of Kosher Wines

Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 admin

If you're visiting a Jewish home for Passover or any other festive occasion, it might be a good idea to pick up a bottle of kosher wine as a wine ... Read more..

Posted in Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

Hold onto Your Corks!

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009 admin

Trying to be green while drinking red or purchasing wine gifts? New programs using cork collection bins are being tested in Whole Food Markets in California where you can bring ... Read more..

Posted in Wine Gifts | 1 Comment »

Top 5 Wedding Anniversary Gifts That Are Much, Much Better Than a Toaster

Thursday, February 26th, 2009 Guest

Sometimes it can be very difficult to find the right anniversary gift for you loved one.  I have put together a top 5 list of anniversary gifts to help find ... Read more..

Posted in Gift Ideas | 2 Comments »