Regalos para sorprender a los amantes del vino

We all have a friend or relative nearby who smells the glass before drinking and can tell a crianza from a reserva. Getting their gift right is not easy, but there are ideas that work almost every time. Here are several to hit the mark.

An experience at a winery

If you want to play a winning card, give a visit with a tasting. Walking the vineyards, going down to the barrel room and tasting alongside the person who makes the wine is one of those plans that are remembered long after the bottle is finished. What's more, it works just as well for a beginner as for a demanding enthusiast, because there is always something new to learn. In our directory you can search by region and find the experience that fits best.

Wines with a story behind them

A good bottle is always a safe bet, but the detail is in the why. Instead of going for the obvious, look for a wine with a tale to tell: the vintage of the year you met, an uncommon native variety or a small producer who works with care. When a gift comes with a story, it stops being just another bottle and becomes something personal.

Accessories that actually get used

The wine world is full of useless gadgets, but also of tools that an enthusiast genuinely appreciates:

• Quality glasses, specific for red or white, which completely change the experience.
• A good lever corkscrew, the kind that lasts for years.
• A decanter for the reds that call for air.
• A thermometer or cooling sleeve to serve each wine at its right temperature.

Learning for the curious

Anyone passionate about wine almost always fancies knowing more. A tasting course, a subscription to a wine club or a good book on varieties and regions are gifts that keep giving after the first sip. It is the perfect option for that person whose pantry is already full of bottles and who is really looking to understand them better.

How to be sure you get it right

Before deciding, pay attention to what they already drink: if they lean towards full-bodied reds, fresh whites or sparkling wines, half the job is done. And if you hesitate between an object and an experience, go for the experience. Wine lovers value moments as much as the contents of the glass, and a day among the vines is a gift that is hard to beat.