Indulge a sweet tooth with this pairing of Taylor’s LBV Port (a half bottle) and eight 58% dark chocolate cups. A fun new way to discover the classic Port and chocolate combo, this would be perfect as a stocking filler or to round off a festive dinner party.
Coravin’s new wine journal is a great gift for users of the preservation system. The smart faux-leather-bound book allows you to record up to five ‘experiences’ (including tasting note, occasion and pairing) for more than 60 wines. Also included are bottle stickers for logging pour dates and cross-referencing your notes.
Help set the atmosphere with these candles, beautifully scented to evoke the wines of Sancerre, Côtes de Provence, Margaux and Hermitage (Meursault to come). The engraved brass vessel is reusable and refills will be available soon.
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According to the somms who created it, you don’t need any wine knowledge to succeed in this blind tasting board game. One person acts as sommelier while the others try to guess the country and grape of origin using the cues provided (the Sommify Wine Key). A list of playable wines is provided, so you can buy the right bottles in advance (such as French Gewurztraminer).
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Wine: Everything You Need to Know by Olly Smith
£16.99 Book shops, Amazon
TV wine expert and Decanter contributor Olly Smith sets out to instil confidence in every wine lover with this witty and informative guide. Chapters include ‘How to start a wine collection’ and Olly’s ‘Top 30 wines to try before you die’.
New day, new wine fact! This desk calendar from @drinkwithmeuk’s Amanda Selby is filled with information, tips and confidence-boosting hints aimed at making wine more approachable. Ideal for those nearer the beginning of their wine journey.
This sturdy aluminium case features secure locking and flexible foam inserts that provide safe transportation for between one and 12 wine or spirit bottles, along with personal effects. Suddenly it’s possible to bring home those memorable bottles you enjoyed on holiday. Optional personalisation.
Quarterly mixed six- or 12-bottle cases curated by the company’s expert buyers – a great way to discover exciting new wines, regions and grape varieties, and enjoy expert food pairings, along with a host of exclusive member benefits.
This elegant decanter fits in the fridge door and will preserve your wine for up to two weeks, thanks to its airtight seal. The new 750 model will hold between 175ml and 750ml of still wine.
Thirsty: 100 Great Stories and Bottles by Tom Gilbey
£20 Book shops, Amazon
Wine expert Tom ‘The Wine Guy’ Gilbey went viral online when he blind tasted 25 wines while running the London Marathon in 2024. This memoir-meets-wine-guide brings his charisma and intelligent wit to the page – the story of Tom’s life in wine.
It may only hold a maximum of 50 bottles (in two separate compartments), but the Harmonie is like no EuroCave you’ve seen before – this statement piece is beautifully designed as a piece of furniture, with a distinctive horizontal design and shallow depth, ambient lighting and a choice of finishes.
Two of the wines in this smartly packaged box set of English Chardonnays from Whitewolfe’s leased vineyard in the Kit’s Coty area in north Kent have sold out, so are only available in this limited-edition offering. A great introduction to English Chardonnay beyond sparkling.
Perfect for that spot where you like to curl up with a glass of wine and a good book. And if you have an empty magnum bottle from a special occasion gathering dust somewhere, bespoke versions are available.
Dom Pérignon’s new label designs, created with Takashi Murakami, will be catnip to collectors, featuring the contemporary artist’s signature smiling flowers. The Limited Edition Vintage 2015 and Rosé Vintage 2010 are available globally now.
Is your cellar out of control? These double-sided wine cellar tags are colour coded for red and white wines. Write the wine details on the top then circle the drinking window dates. Also available in a ‘drink me’ design.
In the two-hour B-Winemaker workshop at Bordeaux’s Château Pape Clément, you’ll tour the vat room and cellars before creating your own wine blend, complete with personalised label, to take away with you.
Expand your tasting note vocabulary with this set of four wine aroma wheels (one each for sparkling, white, rosé and red) with descriptors grouped within the same categories used in professional wine tasting exams.
Designed and made in Italy, this vacuum preservation system is new to the UK market. Removing 95% of air, the device will keep your opened bottles fresh for more than a week.
Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2026
£15.99 Book shops, Amazon
The 49th edition of this annual bestselling guide by Decanter’s own regular columnist has a theme that will resonate with all wine lovers: value. Alongside the usual commentary on regions, producers and vintages, a special supplement explains the science behind wine pricing and how to buy more cleverly.
The perfect experience gift voucher – a two-course lunch and glass of fizz for two at the Hampshire estate’s new restaurant, and a half-bottle of Classic Cuvée to take home.
Each year, The Wine Society offers a mouthwatering array of foodie Christmas gifts. This year’s most expensive option features fine wines from Champagne, Tuscany, Burgundy and Veneto, plus gourmet treats ranging from a whole truffle to Iberico ham, Sherry vinegar with PX, extra-virgin olive oil and cacao spread.
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