35 of the Best Wine Gifts for 2024, According to a Sommelier

Vacu Vin makes a great budget-friendly tool for preserving wine. This simple device sucks much of the air out of a bottle and simultaneously corks it with a rubber stopper. The wine won't last as long as it will when plugged with a more high-tech system, but it'll keep for several days longer than simply popping the cork back in.

Not every wine lover is a chocolate lover, but for the wine and chocolate lover, what can be better than having them in the same bite? This perfect, stocking stuffer-sized bar from Napa’s Clif Family Winery, along with TCHO Chocolate, combines dark chocolate with Cabernet Sauvignon-infused sea salt, plus cacao nibs that have been soaked in wine barrels, to create a literal wine and chocolate pairing.

Canned drinks are all the rage, and for those who want an easy way to take wine on the go -- whether it's to a picnic, concert or barbecue -- these Archer Roose ones are ideal. Each can, from Bubbly Rosé to Malbec (and more), is equivalent to one-fourth of a 750ml bottle of wine, so if your giftee doesn't want to open an entire bottle (or often does and then never finishes it), problem solved.

If you want to chill a warm or room-temperature liquid, like white wine, the HyperChiller is the fastest way to do it. This gadget was designed with iced coffee fans in mind, but it's also a great gift for wine lovers if they are white, pink or orange wine drinkers. 

At a party, it's unfortunate when everyone's wine glass looks the same -- whose is whose? With these Winer Dog Drink Markers, no one will accidentally sip from the wrong glass. This gift would go well with some wine glasses. If your giftee is more of a cat person, there are Wine Lives drink markers too.

Call me unrefined but I prefer my wine in a lowball glass. But that doesn't mean I want a chunky juice glass (I'm not a monster), but I find flat-bottom wine glasses easier to handle for a casual dinner party or wine party. There are four types of Marta glasses; I prefer the “double-old-fashioned” ones (yes, for wine), but you may prefer one a little taller and slimmer or more stout.

The good news is they’re all priced at $1 to $3 apiece, and offer rustic elegance without the perils of top-heavy barware. They make great gifts for wine lovers, especially for those on the clumsy side; if they break a couple, it's no big deal.

Wine bottles can stain a tablecloth just like anything else. With this elegant marble coaster, you won't have to worry about pesky wine stains on your coffee table or formal linens. A snug-fitting coaster like this will also keep the bottle from toppling over, in case the gathering gets a little too wild. 

Karen MacNeil's seminal work on wine is a must-have for any true wine drinker. Many have lauded it as the most complete wine book ever, and it contains loads of useful and usable information -- from the history of wine and wine-making, to the intricacies of the many regions and varietals. It's perfect for any wine enthusiast, from novice to expert.

We all know people who love to bring wine to outdoor events, whether it's a picnic, music concert or other wine-friendly event, and with this tote bag, they easily can. It holds two bottles of wine and comes with some wine accessories too, like two reusable glasses, napkins, a bottle stopper and, of course, a corkscrew. And if you have more money to spend, you can always include a bottle or two of their favorite wines.

Fans of ‘The Bear’ will recognize this book as the one Richie receives as part of his sommelier training. As a scratch-and-sniff book, the scene plays like he’s getting trolled, but he’s totally not. The interactive guide is a respected manual written by a sommelier legend, great for helping budding wine enthusiasts and seasoned vinophiles alike better understand wine’s complex aromas.

Wine flights are always entertaining, especially for cocktail or dinner parties. Pour various reds for one flight, whites for another, and then make your guests guess the wine brands and regions. However, there's no wrong way for your giftee to use these two flight sampler boards, each including four 6-ounce decanter wine glasses. 

For the wine lovers who long for a spritz on the Amalfi coast, set them up with a four-pack of charming spritz wine glasses and a bottle of Aperol to make that beloved fizzy cocktail at home. The drinks are not just pretty, but the lead-free crystal glasses are too and will enhance any home bar.

Holding onto an empty bottle whose contents were drunk on a special occasion is one way to preserve a fond memory. But why let it just collect dust on a shelf with no purpose? In a simple act of electronics ingenuity, a LED light and lampshade are fitted to a weighted wine stopper, turning your memorable bottle into an attractive, functional feature for your kitchen, bedroom, or home bar. 

Most of us don’t really need a wine decanter -- a majority of the wine we consume in the U.S. is meant to be drunk young, and in fact most of us open a bottle of wine within a couple of hours of when we purchased it. But holiday gifting shouldn’t always be about need, and a simple, elegant wine decanter is a thing of beauty. Functional and graceful, this Vivid Wine Decanter is breathtaking without a pearl-clutching price tag.

A recent addition to the wine book catalog, and tailored to a younger wine-drinking audience, this playful and esoteric guide was written by Tyler Baillet, who previously created a series of traveling wine festivals known as Wine Riot. This is wine stripped of all pretension -- hand illustrated and iconoclastic, the book covers wine history and winemaking, major wine regions and grapes, as well as the economics and politics of the wine industry

In Mediterranean climates, olives often grow in the same locales as grapevines. Many wine producers make small batches of olive oil for their own consumption or for on-premise sales, but iconic Tuscan producer Frescobaldi exports bottles of its Laudemio Frescobaldi olive oil along with its wines. Spicy and herbal, the flavors of the oil are just as complex as those in a elegant Chianti. You don't even have to stop at just olive oil here -- in an unusual move for wine brands, Frescobaldi also produces handmade pasta from grains grown on the estate as well.

A wine lover should never find themselves without a reliable wine key, should a bottle occasion arise. A wine and cheese key, though? Now that's next level. The elements of this 2-piece set by Gentlemen’s Hardware include a corkscrew and bottle opener, along with four different types of cheese knives. (Yes, there’s a right tool for every job.)

Equal parts entertainment and education, Sommify was developed by sommeliers to teach the nuances of blind tasting in an upbeat, low-pressure manner. Blind tasting isn't just for the extremely wine serious; learning to unpack a wine’s flav

I tried this wine club and have to say the hit rate of very good wines was extremely high for my moderately experienced palate. If you are looking for the best wine gift for a person who would appreciate more nuanced, complex and premium bottles, Firstleaf Wine Club would make an excellent choice. It also made our pick for best wine club.

The palate quiz they'll take first is one of the most involved, honing in on specific varietal preferences and using several household name wines as taste benchmarks. In short, this is one of the best wine clubs for a wine enthusiast who has the basics down and is ready to launch into expert, fine-wine-tasting territory. Firstleaf offers six bottles of wine delivered per month for $90 -- $15 per bottle -- but their first shipment is only $45, which is a steal.

In Good Taste uses the advent calendar format and expands it, offering playful and well-curated wine sampler gifts for year-round enjoyment. (Look for their A Dozen Rosés around Mother’s Day.) This wine and chocolate gift set, set in a tidy, compact package, includes five world-class wines and five chocolate truffles to pair them from Bissinger’s Handcrafted Chocolates.

Your picnic wine just got a major upgrade. Crafted in contemporary colors and a sleek finish, the Parkside Flask by High Camp Flasks has an insulated bottle that can hold all 750 milliliters of your favorite wine, with two tumblers that fit snugly on either end for an integrated look. There has never been a sleeker way to take a bottle with you to the park or beach.

Wine chillers are typically more functional than stylish: stainless steel buckets or plastic ice sleeves from the freezer. Crucial Detail aims to disrupt that perception, offering what amounts to nothing less than couture for wine bottles of any shape: an elegant tapestry of cold-conducting baubles that drape over your favorite wines like jewelry.

Taking your favorite wine and glassware to a picnic, backyard or out by the fire pit without a mishap isn't easy. That's where this clever, portable table with a wine bottle rest and wine glass holders comes in. It has a room for fruit, cheese and other foods that pair well with wine. It folds up easily and comes with a carry tote. It's perfect for any wine enthusiast who wants to take the good stuff on the go.

With the Aervana Original, your giftee can aerate their bottle of wine with the simple touch of a button. When they have guests, the wine will taste so good it’ll feel like they’re at a fancy wine bar. (And yes, make sure to invite yourself over, too.)

Anyone can buy a cheap corkscrew at their local store, but this one is class all the way and makes a simple, elegant gift for the wine lover in your life. It also has a built-in foil cutter and nonstick screw mechanism. And when you pair it with their favorite bottle, even better.

This wine decanter makes a lovely gift and was designed with high form and function in mind, making aerating wine look good. It has a built-in aerator and strainer to let the wine breathe and get those big, chewy reds ready to drink even faster. It's also eye-catching, but without being so fragile that a light breeze will send it toppling over.

Commemorating a gift recipient with a birth year or anniversary bottle is a wine gift power move, however for many of us it’s also a cost-prohibitive one for most recipients of legal drinking age. The notable exception to this is in the fortified wine category. Taylor’s Port has numerous vintage-dated expressions going back to the 1960s that often retail well below $150, for a power gifting move that doesn’t require a power budget.

This gift is perfect for the wine aficionado who has everything... except this. Once they have it, they’ll be captivated by the way the wine flows through the funnel to aerate and decant -- and their dinner guests will be just as mesmerized.

If the person you're shopping for is working with a mess of mismatched and not-so-great wine glasses, you can change that in one fell swoop. Chic direct-to-consumer kitchen brand Made In has some mighty attractive and modern wine glasses. You can choose glasses for red or white wine, and an eight-pack of glasses is $179 while a four-pack is $99.

Stop me if you've heard this, but cheese and wine make a pretty solid pairing. Iconic New York cheese shop Murray's Cheese has a few subscriptions to choose from that'll make any wine drinker squeal with glee.

We're not talking about budget cheese here: Subscriptions start at three months for $195 (which comes to $65 per month), and six- and nine-month subscriptions are available too. Each shipment will include three or four expertly selected cheeses in a range of varieties. Now the only question is, which wine(s) should you get for your giftee to pair with them?

There is undeniable stress that comes along with the very nice problem of having too much wine. Stored improperly, red, white and sparkling wine will eventually lose their profile. A wine fridge is an obvious answer as a gift for that person who never seems to have enough fridge space for their bottles -- and you don't have to spend a fortune to get one. Cuisinart's well-rated wine fridge model costs around $200 and holds eight wine bottles. Plus, its touchscreen temperature controls make it easy to use, so your giftee can ensure their wine will be drink-ready by the time their dinner party guests arrive.

Full disclosure: you have to order at least 24 bottles here, but what could be better for the wine lover in your life than to have a stash of wine with their name -- or face -- literally on it? California’s Windsor Vineyards offers customizable templates to make the design process easy, and you can choose any wine from among more than a dozen varieties to create the perfect, one-of-a-kind gift.

This wine bucket exudes elegance and will take your giftee's dinner parties to a whole new level. The stainless steel wine bucket can be used in its stand -- it even has a felt base to help protect hardwood floors -- or placed on a table. Plus, you can get it personalized for an extra $15, which will elevate this gift even more.

If you've ever traveled abroad with the intention of bringing wine back, you know it can be a precarious affair to get bottles back safely. This sleek suitcase has one side for clothing and another with high-density, closed-cell interior foam cavities to hold five bottles. This is a perfect gift for wine lovers who travel and visit vineyards. (Their biggest challenge will be choosing which bottles to bring back home.)

There's no shortage of wine tools and gadgets out there, but not all of them pull their weight. No wine innovation gets higher praise from serious imbibers and sommeliers than the Coravin Wine Preservation System, and the Timeless 3+ model is our favorite.

This nifty mechanism allows you to pour wine into a glass without removing the cork and pumps argon back into the bottle, keeping it fresh for weeks, months or even years. It's great for one- or two-glass drinkers and folks looking to age wine or drink those special bottles slowly. With the Coravin, you can sneak a taste and see if it's ready to roll or needs more time in the cellar.