Each of us has been in a situation where it was necessary to choose a beautiful and useful gift. Many have been puzzling over this dilemma for a very long time. It is believed that both a woman and a man can choose expensive and high-quality alcohol, for example, wine as a gift. This is not an easy task, so let’s try to figure out what types of wines should be considered and how to properly arrange a present.
A bit of history
Ever since the days of ancient Rome, it was customary for a respected person to present wine as a gift. This meant a kind of sign of respect and reverence. The only difference is that then there were not bottles, but amphorae. And, of course, very beautiful dishes looked advantageous, which immediately attracted attention to the present. Nowadays, an attractive bottle with a good design will also cause only approval.
The nuances of choice
To choose the right wine as a gift, you need to consider several points. Firstly, there are completely different tastes for men and women, so it is worth taking into account gender, as well as the age, preferences and tastes of the person to whom the gift will be intended. Among other things, you need to look back at your financial capabilities, since the price range for alcohol is very large: a bottle of good wine can cost several tens of dollars or several thousand. Not everyone can afford the latter option. Although, according to experts, for twenty dollars you can buy a pretty decent wine.
You should carefully approach the choice of the brand of this drink. Depending on the claims of the hero of the occasion, either dessert, fortified or dry sparkling wine will be bought. Some people like very sweet, others like semi-sweet, and still others like dining. If there is no information to which a person nevertheless inclines, then it is easier to choose the so-called “wagon” - good red semi-dry wine or dry wine . Such alcohol does not hurt in any home, because often people drink such presents not alone, but in the company of friends.
Present for ladies
Satisfied responsible mission - to choose a wine as a gift to a woman. It is generally accepted that young ladies are more capricious and meticulously treat any gifts. And if you do not please with the wine, then do not wait for a favor. Therefore, it is always a difficult mission, requiring a certain time and diligence. Again, it will not be difficult to choose a well-known lady whose tastes have long been known. And if this, for example, is a boss who never drank and spoke about her alcoholic preferences with you, the task becomes somewhat more complicated. Here it is necessary to resolve the issue with an eye to general principles. So, most women opt for light drinks. Very rare cases when a woman likes something stronger. Next, you need to decide: sweet or semi-sweet, white or red. Of course, sparkling wine and champagne are considered traditional presents. On the one hand, they talk about the solemnity of the event, and on the other, such wine is stored for a long time, and it can be opened later. In other words, if a lady currently has enough drinks in the bar, it will not be lost and will be useful for the future.
Gift for man
It is a little easier to find wine as a gift to a man, although here you need to think about it. We presume that almost all representatives of the stronger sex prefer strong varieties. It is better to look in the direction of expensive brands. For example, many produce grape varieties Pinot Noir, Chardonnay. As for the first, it has a distinct woody-fruity aroma and is vaguely reminiscent of whiskey. Such a gift will appeal to even the most ardent gourmets. If you give a good sparkling wine, it will likely act as a sign of attention and decoration of the festive table.
A small overview of sparkling wines
Wine connoisseurs will always be happy to receive a presented bottle of a quality, aged drink. Doubting natures are recommended to give two options at once: white and red wine, and then there will definitely be no mistake. For example, many people like Pinot Grigio, Shiraz, Merlot. They are both easy to use and go well with different dishes. And for a wedding to friends, you can buy a bottle of sparkling wine. By the way, such wines are divided into three types that differ in production technology.
The first type is drinks that undergo rapid champagne and are made from natural raw materials. Their taste is somewhat simple. This category includes a number of domestic representatives, as well as Bulgarian brands and some Italian wines. For example, young people like the wines Asti, Bracketto.
The wines of the second category are made according to the classical technology, in which there is a secondary fermentation and the formation of carbon dioxide directly in the bottle during long exposure in a cool place. Traditional French champagne is produced according to this principle. Such a bottle of wine as a gift to a woman would be a great choice.
The third type includes millesimny sparkling wines. This term is used for those wines that are made on the basis of a harvest of strictly one year. Moreover, the grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected. The bottles of this wine have a very long exposure, which creates a special aroma and taste. So the elite of sparkling wines is formed.
We understand dry wine
Experts distinguish in the world of expensive drinks classic and secular dry wines. The classics include high-class European varieties, in which the bouquet is appreciated, the aging time (bottle and barrel). So, red wine “Margot”, “Poiac”, “Saint-Estef”, “Chateauneuf-du-Pap” and others are in great demand.
Among the Italian, the highest places are occupied by Barbaresco, Barolo, Amarone, Chianti Classico and Brunello. And here in the Spanish market in great esteem “Penedès”, “Rioja” and “Ribero del Duero”.
Pink and white wines are differently played. They have a lower percentage of alcohol, so they are perceived easier and are considered a great gift in the summer heat. White wines are light and dense. The former are characterized by a fresh aroma (with floral or fruity notes), a pronounced taste, sometimes with spicy or nutmeg shades. These include Provencal wines, German dry rieslings, Spanish Alabarinho grape drinks.
The second - "full-bodied" - are revealed gradually due to a long stay in barrels. Names such as “Puligny”, “Chassagne-Montrachet”, “Merceau” will cheer up any connoisseur of fine wine.
How to issue?
It is worth noting that beautiful packaging is mostly important for girls and women. Men most often pay attention to the contents of the bottle, and not the "wrapper". Therefore, first of all, we will consider how you can arrange a bottle of wine as a gift to a woman. Today, there are a lot of variations of various boxes, lovely packages, so there will be no problems with the design.
Shop option
The easiest way is to make wine as a gift directly at the store or supermarket. Some brands are already sold with packaging boxes. Outwardly, they look very stylish, and inside there is soft (or finely cut) paper that protects the bottle from bumps and drops. As a rule, the name and grade of wine is indicated on the box. But do not forget that the value of such a gift immediately increases at times. Therefore, if the money is tight, then you can arm yourself with the ideas of designers and pack the wine yourself. Below are several ways to decorate a gift with your own hands.
Paper and towel
The easiest method is to make a bottle of wine as a gift using paper. It can be said a classic of the genre. To such a bottle, you can hang a small postcard or a note with personal wishes. Another idea is to add a small addition to the main gift, for example, a cute kitchen towel. It can be safely used as packaging, the present will look unusual, but at the same time practical. Instead of a towel, some craftsmen take a sawn-off edge of beautiful cloth and wrap the bottle in such a way that as a result, a convenient cover with a handle is obtained.
Ace up your sleeve
In our case, this is not a hidden card, but good alcohol. How to decorate a bottle of wine as a gift so that the surprise looks very original and differs from everyone? A great solution would be to use a sleeve from an old but fashionable shirt. You need to put a sleeve on the bottle with a cuff to the top, and in the area of a narrow neck on top, tie a small tie on the fabric. The result will exceed all expectations and will delight your imagination. The same actions can be done with sleeves from a warm sweater or sweater, and instead of a tie, take a tie from threads or tape.
Fabric covers
The needlewomen can sew covers on a bottle of fabric strips. Wine as a gift will look great in a canvas bag, satin cover, jeans, silk, etc. Separately, it should be said about felt. You can quickly and easily cope with this fabric: fold its long strip in half and sew on the sides, and treat the edges with curly scissors. The decoration will be a flower made of the same fabric or, conversely, a contrasting color. Further, it all depends on the imagination. Some craftswomen are able to make design with the help of beads, wire, various beads and other materials.