The Best
Red Wine Gifts
for 2019

Compartés Chocolate Paired with a California Red Blend

Bordeaux-style red blend and two bars of Dark Chocolate & Vanilla Sea Salt will delight

Why this gift: Affordable wine gifts are hard to come by but the classic pairing of a Bordeaux-style red blend from Sonoma County, California and two different kinds of premium chocolate bars made by Compartés makes this wine gift easy to give and easy to receive.

The wine in this gift:

WINC delivers wine gifts to:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Gift

A Cabernet Sauvignon from Santa Barbara County & two Riedel stemless wine glasses

Why this gift: Affordable wine gifts are hard to come by but this classically-styled Cabernet Sauvignon from Santa Ynez Valley in Santa Barbara County, California is a great red wine gift to give. It comes with two Riedel stemless wine glasses in a sturdy, well-designed presentation box.

The wine in this gift:

WINC delivers wine gifts to:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

90+ Point Red Wine Gift Set

Three bottles of highly-rated red wine from around the world

Why this gift: A terrific way to give a wine gift to your favorite red wine lover, this selection represents great wines from Bordeaux, Spain, and California. Rated 91 to 93 points by a variety of wine critics and discounted, this gift is sure to please. This gift includes a printed insert that describes the featured wines.

The wine in this gift:

Wine.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin

90+ Point Bordeaux Gift Set

Three bottles of highly-rated red wine from Bordeaux

Why this gift: A good wine gift that's affordable, this trio of Bordeaux wines from the lesser-known Chateaux is sure to be enjoyed by anyone who prefers Old World wine, French wine, and of course, Bordeaux. This gift includes a printed insert that describes the featured wines.

The wine in this gift:

Wine.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin

A Box of Wine from the Gold Medal Wine Club Pinot Noir Series

A single shipment of tiny-production pinot noir from the Pinot Noir Club

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These high-end pinot noirs are made in small lots by small wineries in California. These hidden gems are rarely seen outside of wine country. Get more details about this wine club gift in our Pinot Noir Series review."

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Two Bottles of Zinfandel & Chocolate Truffles

Two small-production California Zinfandels paired with award-winning chocolate truffles

Why this gift: Gold Medal Wine Club sources and sells small-production wines from small, California wineries. After 20+ years in the business, their relationships with wineries, new and old, are far-reaching. This helps them acquire interesting wines at prices far below winery retail. In this case, they've paired the wine with a gift box of handmade chocolate truffles.

The wine in this gift:

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Bold Red Wine & Chocolate Gift

Did you know you can build your own monthly club to suit your wine lover's other loves — this one is wine and chocolate

Why this gift: The wine in this pairing is high-quality International bold red wine from a wine of the month club with a solid reputation for consistency, quality, and giftworthiness. The chocolate, which we recently sampled a shipment of, was unique and enjoyable — not like what you find at the grocery store.

This gift requires a BIT of effort on your part as you have to set it up the way you want it. You'll select which months the recipient gets the goodies. The tricky bit is adding more than one selection to each month, but you can do it.

International Wine of the Month Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

The 5th Avenue Wine Gift Basket

Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon paired with premium savory and sweet snacks

Why this gift: This reusable gift tray includes two great bottles of red wine, chocolates from Godiva and Lindt, smoked salmon, camembert, and a host of other treats. GiftTree makes giving wine gift baskets easy, and they even have several options to personalize your gift further.

The wine in this gift:

GiftTree.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

The Premier Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Affordable California wine of the month club gift featuring small family wineries

Why this gift: The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend a mix of red and white wine to help them discover the joys of California wine from small family wineries. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Premier Series review.

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Gold Medal Gold Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Affordable California wine of the month club gift with a special deal just for you

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend a mix of red and white wine to help them discover the joys of California wine from small family wineries. Two- or four-bottle gifts delivered monthly, every other month, or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Gold Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Two Bottles of Pinot Noir & Chocolate Truffles

Two small-production California Pinot Noirs paired with award-winning chocolate truffles

Why this gift: Gold Medal Wine Club sources and sells small-production wines from small, California wineries. After 20+ years in the business, their relationships with wineries, new and old, are far-reaching. This helps them acquire interesting wines at prices far below winery retail. In this case, they've paired the wine with a gift box of handmade chocolate truffles.

The wine in this gift:

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Wine Merchant's Gourmet Chest

Three bottles of wine and an elegant gift container stuffed with delicious treats

Why this gift: While the wine isn't ultra-premium, the wine gifts from GiftTree feel like a special delivery every time. If the wines paired with delightful snacks aren't enough of a thoughtful gift, you can always personalize this gift to make it more special.

The wine in this gift:

GiftTree.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

Wine Connoisseur Gift Basket

Stag's Leap Artemis from Napa Valley and Pro Accessories

Why this gift: "Give a unique wine gift basket to your connoisseur or novice friend. In addition to a delicious bottle of Stag's Leap Artemis Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, you get a functional and stylish Italian corkscrew, our favorite pairing how-to read, and a way to keep track of what you drink and like."

The wine in this gift:

Wired For Wine ® delivers wine gifts to:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming

A Box of Wine from the Gold Medal Wine Club Diamond Series

A single shipment of luxury California wine from the Diamond Series Wine Club

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These luxury California wines rated 93 points or higher from small family wineries represent everything fantastic in the Golden State wine industry. Get more details about this wine club gift in our Diamond Series review."

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

The International Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

An exploration of small family wineries outside the US

Why this gift: The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for anyone ready to get to know what's happening in small family wineries outside the US. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full International Series review.

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Gold Medal Pinot Noir Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Tiny-production California pinot noir of the month club gift shipped monthly, every other month, or quarterly

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These high-end pinot noirs are made in small lots by small wineries in California. These hidden gems are rarely seen outside of wine country. Choose from two- or four-bottle gifts delivered monthly, every other month, or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Pinot Noir Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Gold Medal Garagiste Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Tiny-production California wine of the month club gift shipped monthly, every other month, or quarterly

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These high-end wines are made by the tiniest wineries in California, by American Garagistes. Too small for distribution, you'll never find these hidden gems in a wine store outside of wine country. Two- or four-bottle gifts delivered every other month or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Garagiste Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Monthly Wine & Cheese Club Gift

Did you know you can build your own monthly club to suit your wine lover's other loves — this one is wine and cheese

Why this gift: The wine in this pairing is high-quality International wine from a wine of the month club with a solid reputation for consistency, quality, and giftworthiness. The cheese, which we recently sampled a shipment of, was unique and enjoyable — not like what you find at the grocery store.

This gift requires a BIT of effort on your part as you have to set it up the way you want it. You'll select which months the recipient gets the goodies. The tricky bit is adding more than one selection to each month, but you can do it.

International Wine of the Month Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Two Bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon & Chocolate Truffles

Two small-production Napa Valley Cabs paired with award-winning chocolate truffles

Why this gift: Gold Medal Wine Club sources and sells small-production wines from small, California wineries. After 20+ years in the business, their relationships with wineries, new and old, are far-reaching. This helps them acquire interesting wines at prices far below winery retail. In this case, they've paired the wine with a gift box of handmade chocolate truffles.

The wine in this gift:

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

The Pacific Northwest Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

An exploration of small family wineries in Oregon and Washington's acclaimed wine regions

Why this gift: The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for anyone ready to get to know the wine from Oregon and Washington state. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Pacific Northwest Series review.

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Monthly International Wine & Chocolate Club Gift

Did you know you can build your own monthly club to suit your wine lover's other loves — this one is wine and chocolate

Why this gift: The wine in this pairing is high-quality International wine from a wine of the month club with a solid reputation for consistency, quality, and giftworthiness. The chocolate, which we recently sampled a shipment of, was unique and enjoyable — not like what you find at the grocery store.

This gift requires a BIT of effort on your part as you have to set it up the way you want it. You'll select which months the recipient gets the goodies. The tricky bit is adding more than one selection to each month, but you can do it.

International Wine of the Month Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

A Box of Wine from The California Wine Club Aged Cabernet Series

Two bottles of perfectly-cellared Napa Cabernet, aged 8-12 years and ready to drink now

Why this gift: The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for Cabernet Sauvignon lovers who either have never tried Aged Cabernet or already love it. Get more details about this wine club in our Aged Cabernet Series review. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18."

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Gold Medal Platinum Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Premium California wine of the month club gift shipped monthly, every other month, or quarterly

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These premium California wines rated 90 points or higher from small family wineries represent everything good in the Golden State wine industry. Choose from two- or four-bottle gifts delivered monthly, every other month, or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Platinum Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Monthly Bold Red Wine & Chocolate Club Gift

Did you know you can build your own monthly club to suit your wine lover's other loves — this one is wine and chocolate

Why this gift: The wine in this pairing is high-quality International bold red wine from a wine of the month club with a solid reputation for consistency, quality, and giftworthiness. The chocolate, which we recently sampled a shipment of, was unique and enjoyable — not like what you find at the grocery store.

This gift requires a BIT of effort on your part as you have to set it up the way you want it. You'll select which months the recipient gets the goodies. The tricky bit is adding more than one selection to each month, but you can do it.

International Wine of the Month Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

A Year of Wine from the Gold Medal International Series

International wine of the month club gift shipped quarterly

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These international wine shipments are themed and each box contains three wines from a different artisanal wine producer overseas. Three-bottle gifts delivered quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full International Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Six Bottles of Artisanal Pinot Noir from California

A selection of small-production California Pinot Noir from Gold Medal Wine Club

Why this gift: If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of craft California Pinot Noir, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of Pinot Noir. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Six Bottles of 90+ Red Wine from California

A selection of small-production, ultra-premium California Red Wine from Gold Medal Wine Club

Why this gift: If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of highly-rated red wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of California red wine winners. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Premium Monthly Wine & Cheese Club Gift

Did you know you can build your own monthly club to suit your wine lover's other loves — this one is wine and cheese

Why this gift: The wine in this pairing is collector-quality International wine from a wine of the month club with a solid reputation for consistency, quality, and giftworthiness. The cheese is always one of a kind in this premium cheese club — not like what you find at the grocery store.

This gift requires a BIT of effort on your part as you have to set it up the way you want it. You'll select which months the recipient gets the goodies. The tricky bit is adding more than one selection to each month, but you can do it.

International Wine of the Month Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Quintessa Meritage in a Beautiful Chiller

This hammered chiller makes a beautiful presentation when paired with this Quintessa

Why this gift: Sleek, stainless steel and double-walled, this wine chiller by True can hold standard wine and champagne bottles. With its distinctive hammered design and polished finish, this gift is an apt showcase for one of a vintner's most celebrated labors. An enduring gift worthy of any occasion.

The wine in this gift:

GiftTree.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

The Signature Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Ultra-Premium California wine of the month club gift featuring small family wineries

Why this gift: The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for serious California wine lovers. These aren't famous cult wines, but they represent the "reserve"" level wines found at some of California's best small family wineries. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Signature Series review.

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Brunello di Montalcino Magnum

A collectible format Brunello de Montalcino rated 100 points by James Suckling

Why this gift: James Suckling: "Amazing young Brunello with superb concentration and depth. Full body

The wine in this gift:

Wired For Wine ® delivers wine gifts to:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming

Quintessa Meritage in a Handcrafted Burlwood Box

A stunning keepsake box holds an equally stunning 94-point rated red blend from Napa Valley

Why this gift: A bottle of Quintessa Meritage Red 2012 will arrive in a lacquered burlwood box handmade to the highest standards of craftsmanship. Designed to hold a 750 ml bottle of wine, the burlwood box makes a tasteful decorative accent to the home or office, and a memorable way to present a bottle of one of the world's most celebrated wines.

The wine in this gift:

GiftTree.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

A Year of International Wine with Gourmet Treats

International wine of the month club and themed gourmet adventure package shipped quarterly

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These international wine shipments are themed and each box contains three wines from a different artisanal wine producer overseas. We strongly recommend the Gourmet Adventure Package add-on which makes each box a food & wine journey. Three-bottle gifts delivered quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full International Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Cape Cod Luxury Wine Basket - Quintessa

A premium wine gift basket featuring a mix of Chardonnay and a 94-point rated red blend

Why this gift: This wine basket in a reusable leather serving tray comes chock full of delicious snacks to accompany the very popular Stag's Leap Cellars Karia Chardonnay and the Quintessa Red Blend. In this gift basket, it's all about the Napa Valley wine.

The wine in this gift:

GiftTree.com delivers wine gifts to:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

Six Bottles of 93+ Red Wine from California

A selection of small-production, luxury California Red Wine from Gold Medal Wine Club

Why this gift: If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of highly-rated red wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of California red wine winners. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

The Aged Cabernet Series - Three-month Wine Club Gift

Napa Cabernet wine of the month club gift where all of the wines are perfectly cellared for 8-12 year and are ready to drink now

Why this gift: The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for Cabernet Sauvignon lovers who either have never tried Aged Cabernet or already love it. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Aged Cabernet Series review.

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

A Year of Wine from the Gold Medal Diamond Series

Luxury California wine of the month club gift shipped quarterly

Why this gift: The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These luxury California wines rated 93 points or higher from small family wineries represent everything fantastic in the Golden State wine industry. Two-bottle gifts delivered monhtly or every other month.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Diamond Series review.

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming