The best gift for a wine lover is something they will reach for every time they open a bottle: a good corkscrew, nice glasses, a decanter or an aroma kit. Under $25, a Pulltap's corkscrew always lands well. Between $50 and $100, think decanter or wine gift set. Above that, a Coravin or a Laguiole makes it memorable.
What do you buy a wine lover?
Start with how they enjoy wine. Someone who entertains a lot will love glasses or a decanter, someone who opens a bottle for a single glass will want to keep the rest fresh, and the curious one will enjoy learning to taste. The table sums up our picks by budget.
| Budget | Gift idea | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Under $25 | Double-lever corkscrew, Champagne opener, crystal glass | A co-worker, a gift exchange, a stocking stuffer |
| $25 to $50 | Wine preserver stopper, tasting glasses, electric corkscrew | The one-glass-at-a-time drinker |
| $50 to $100 | Decanter, aroma kit, accessory gift set | The friend who loves to host |
| $100 to $250 | Sommelier gift set, premium glassware, statement corkscrew | The enthusiast who has the basics |
| $250 and up | Coravin, Laguiole sommelier knife, Le Nez du Vin 54 aromas | The collector, a milestone birthday |
All our ideas are gathered in the Gifts for wine lovers selection.
What are good wine gifts under $25?
Under $25, pick a tool they will actually use rather than a novelty. A quality corkscrew, a crystal glass or a Champagne accessory slips easily into a gift exchange or a stocking and earns its keep from the very first bottle. These are the small gifts wine lovers end up using the most.
- PulltexPulltap's "Classic" corkscrew $13.99The double lever pulls the cork in two easy stages without bending or breaking it. It is the model restaurant professionals use most.
- SpiegelauSpiegelau Vino Bordeaux glass $19.99A crystal glass with a large bowl, made for big red wines.
- PulltexPulltex Champagne pliers and stopper $20.99Opens sparkling wine with no struggle and no flying corks.
See all our gifts under $25, or browse our corkscrews, glasses and wine accessories.
What wine gift should you get for $25 to $50?
In the $25 to $50 range, go for gifts that stretch the enjoyment: a stopper that keeps an open bottle fresh, glasses for a tasting night with friends, or a more convenient corkscrew. These are the things wine lovers rarely buy for themselves, which is exactly what makes them good gifts.
- StölzleStolzle INAO tasting glasses, set of 6 $32.99The standard shape used in professional tastings, for reds, whites, rosés and spirits.
- PulltexPulltex AntiOx wine stopper $39.99Its patented system cuts off contact between the wine and oxygen to keep an open bottle fresh.
- PulltexPulltex AntiOx stopper with date indicator $39.99The same idea, with a dial to mark the day the bottle was opened.
- Final TouchFinal Touch rechargeable electric corkscrew $49.99Removes the cork at the push of a button, one-handed.
- PulltexPulltex AntiOx Champagne stopper $49.99Keeps the bubbles in an open bottle of sparkling wine for up to 8 days.
See all our gifts from $25 to $50, our wine accessories and corkscrews, including electric models.
Which wine gift set should you choose for $50 to $100?
Between $50 and $100, wine gift sets start to make sense: several accessories in one box that is ready to give. It is also the budget for a good decanter or a set of crystal glasses, two gifts that come out every time friends come over for dinner.
- Le Nez du VinLe Nez du Vin, Le Clin de Nez 6-aroma kit $59.99Six aromas from grapefruit to toast, with a booklet to get started with tasting. Available in English or French.
- RiedelRiedel Veloce decanter $69.99750 ml, the size of a standard bottle, for reds, whites and even Champagne.
- PulltexPulltex AntiOx 5-piece gift set
$98.99$89.99Includes a preserver stopper for wine, another for Champagne and a double-lever corkscrew.
Browse every gift set in the Gift sets collection. See also all our gifts from $50 to $100.
What are the best wine gifts from $100 to $250?
From $100 to $250, you are buying something that lasts: a statement corkscrew, a complete sommelier set or glasses from a top maker. It is the right budget for an enthusiast who already owns the basics and can tell the difference between a good tool and a great one.
- ZaltoZalto Universal wine glass $110.00One light, precise glass for a wide range of whites, reds and sparkling wines.
- PulltexPulltap's "Toledo" corkscrew $119.99The Pulltap's double lever with a handcrafted finish and natural wood inlays.
- PulltexPulltex 6-piece wine gift set
$143.99$134.99Includes a double-lever corkscrew, a preserver stopper and a wine thermometer. - RiedelRiedel Ouverture red wine glasses, set of 6 $149.99Versatile crystal glasses, enough to host six. A classic housewarming wine gift.
See all our gifts from $100 to $250, the full Zalto collection, Riedel glasses and decanters and all our glasses.
What is a luxury gift for a wine lover ($250 and up)?
Above $250, choose a piece that changes how they pour or enjoy wine: a Coravin to serve a glass without finishing the bottle, a Fontenille Pataud Laguiole sommelier knife handmade in Thiers, or the reference kit for learning wine aromas. These are the gifts a serious wine lover keeps for years.
- CoravinCoravin Pivot+ $279.00Pours a glass and keeps the rest of the bottle fresh for up to four weeks. Designed for still wines.
- Fontenille PataudFontenille Pataud Laguiole Magnum sommelier knife in raw buffalo horn $359.99Handmade in Thiers, every buffalo horn handle is one of a kind.
- CoravinCoravin Timeless Three+ $389.00Pours wine without pulling the cork and preserves the bottle for weeks, months or even years.
- Le Nez du VinLe Nez du Vin, Grand Model 54 aromas $599.99The reference kit created by Jean Lenoir, with a 120-page illustrated book.
The Le Nez du Vin board game is played with the 54-aroma kit. Give the two together, or give the game to someone who already owns the Grand Model.
See all our gifts at $250 and up, and compare every Coravin system, our high-end corkscrews and the Le Nez du Vin kits.
What do you get a wine lover who has everything?
For someone who already owns the corkscrew, the decanter and the glasses, give them something to learn or a new way to taste rather than one more object. A Le Nez du Vin kit, a Zalto glass or a Coravin adds something they probably do not have yet.
- A themed kit from the Le Nez du Vin collection, to train their nose with friends.
- A Vin et Passion gift card, from $20 to $1,000, so they can pick for themselves.
For more ideas, browse the Gifts collection.
What are good wine gifts for Christmas?
For Christmas, think in two parts: small accessories for the stocking, and something for the bubbly on Christmas Eve and New Year's. Order online with free in-store pickup in Laval and Brossard, or get it delivered: shipping is free on orders over $99 in eligible areas (see our shipping terms).
- Stocking stuffers: the reusable Pulltex drip stops, set of 3 and the Pulltap's Classic.
- For Christmas Eve: Spiegelau Style Champagne flutes, set of 4 and the AntiOx Champagne stopper.
- For a group gift: the 9-piece Champagne gift set, with a Moya ice bucket and six flutes.
For more ideas, browse the full Gifts collection or our Gifts for wine lovers selection.
Corporate gifts: what should you give clients or a team?
For clients, partners or your team, gift sets, corkscrews and glassware make well-received corporate gifts that get used long after the holidays. Flip through our corporate gift catalogue and the Vin et Passion catalogue, then get in touch or drop by one of our stores.
See also our Corporate gifts page.
Frequently asked questions
What do you get a wine lover who already has everything?
A Le Nez du Vin aroma kit, a premium glass such as the Zalto Universal, or a Coravin system adds to how they taste wine instead of duplicating a tool they own. A gift card is always a safe bet.
What is a good wine gift under $25?
A Pulltap's double-lever corkscrew, a Spiegelau crystal Bordeaux glass or Champagne pliers. Useful things they will reach for with every bottle.
Is it better to give a bottle or an accessory?
A bottle lasts one evening; an accessory stays. If you do not know their taste in wine well, an accessory is the safer pick. Often the best answer is both: a bottle with a preserver stopper or a pair of glasses.
Which wine gift set should I choose?
The AntiOx 5-piece set covers opening and preserving. The Pulltex 6-piece set adds a wine thermometer. For a big gift, the Riedel 4-piece gift set pairs a decanter with two glasses.
