When Wine Lovers Know More, Your Gift Should Be Rarer
Real talk: Gifting wine isn’t just about picking a bottle—it’s about decoding the recipient’s palate. The more they know about wine, the more likely they’ll roll their eyes at a generic bottle. Think of it as a language: a novice might appreciate a bold Cabernet, but a connoisseur will see it as a basic starter kit. Avoid the trap of mass-market “luxury” wines like Veuve Clicquot. These are the champagne equivalents of Amazon gift cards—predictable, unexciting, and destined for endless regifting. A friend once received a bottle of Veuve Clicquot with a happy anniversary card, only to discover she’d never…