Awesome Gift Basket Ideas for the Holidays should all have something in common. A bottle of Fine Wine included will at once set your Gift Basket up to be extraordinary. So when they enjoy the Gift Basket and all that is included, they will think of you. Of course, we only recommend a True Fine Wine. Because the inexpensive wines, or the punch wines, are not sending the message you wish to get across. Accordingly, always go with a True Fine Wine and let them know they mean something special to you. That being the case, you can utilize wines from an amazing Wine of the Month Membership. Give the Gift of Fine Wine.
The particular wines that I refer to all come at an incredible price and value. However it is the kind you cannot get locally. It is a Fine Wine and that will guarantee your Gift Baskets are accepted and appreciated at the highest level. As a result your efforts will be definitely remembered.
Be Prepared All Year Long with an Awesome Gift Basket
Gift Baskets are a great Gift that you can be give all Year Long. They are the ideal way to say “You are extra special to me”. Consequently, they make the best Congratulations or pick me up gift. They are also Great for Anniversaries (certainly those pivotal ones) or a Wedding. Or you celebrate those Promotions, Retirements or Achievements that need to be celebrated. The milestones and wins we live through in life.
So, all year long, keep an eye out for Gift Baskets you can use. For instance, be sure to keep some in a closet so you can easily put one together in a pinch. If you do this and put at least a bottle of wine and 2 wine glasses in it. You can always size up from there with all kinds of accompaniments. Now here’s that list of 5 ideas:
5 Awesome Gift Baskets That Are Amazing
#1 Awesome Gift Basket is the Easiest and Always the Absolute Best.
Simply Wine and Wine Glasses:
You need the basket, and it can be square, oval or boxy. Just place the bottle of Fine Wine, and the Glasses to go with it inside. Be sure to then pad it with Shredded Paper.
NOTE: You don’t have to make it expensive! Dollar store; basket, shredded paper and wine glasses. The Fine Wine will be your biggest cost, and its amazing when you go here to get it. (CLICK ON IMAGE)
Contents:
- Bottle of Fine Wine (You can get it here)
- 2 Wine Glasses (or 4). These can be purchased for under $20 at TJ MAXX, or for $1 each at the Dollar Store. Disposable, easy to use glasses have their purpose after all. They can be used and just thrown away.
- ADD a NOTE: You can propose they use their Gift Basket with the wine glasses on a romantic picnic (don’t need their fine crystal to be at risk). In the same vein, you can encourage them to take it to enjoy while watching a concert in the park.
Simply wrap it in cellophane to secure the contents of your Gift Basket. This is a great way to keep the basket and its contents safe. You can get cellophane bags in a variety of sizes and shapes from Amazon or your local Dollar Store. Simply keep them on hand, and don’t forget to stock up on larger Gift Baskets for special occasions such as Christmas, New Years, and the ever onslaught of Birthdays in some months.
#2 of 5 Awesome Holiday Gift Basket is Just as Easy; just add a theme.
Italian Night:
Contents:
- Bottle of Fine Wine (You can get it here). For this you want the Wine that will match the Sauce. If you’re gifting a white sauce, choose a Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay or even a Pinot Noir. Subsequently, if you’re sending a red sauce, you cannot go wrong with a Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot or Syrah.
- A True Fine Wine will withdraw out amazing flavors of any Sauce. You really can’t go wrong.
- Pasta of Choice: You can choose the standard Spaghetti Noodles or Fettucine Noodles. Or, be a little different with Bow-Tie Pasta or any Pasta of your choice for them to enjoy.
- Sauce: The next best thing to the Wine will be the Sauce. Be sure you match the Pasta and Sauce for the best results. Also; Be sure to include enough Pasta for the Party you are gifting to, be it a party of 2, 4, 6 or more.
ADD A NOTE: If you’ve already had this wine with the same pasta and sauce, send a note with your thoughts on how you liked it and why you thought they’d enjoy it as well. Furthermore, you could always invite the kids over to your house for them to have some alone time.
#3 of 5 Awesome Holiday Gift Basket Still Easy Enough; Just Build on the Wine. It is the focus of it after all.
Charcuterie Board:
Contents:
- 2, or 4 Bottles of Fine Wine: (You can get it Here). This board will need meats and cheeses. You should offer a Red and White Varietal for an assortment of tastes. For it is a flexible tasting experience. Gift a Pinot Grigio, a Rose’, or a Sauvignon Blanc for the white. A Rose’ is a Charcuterie Boards Dream wine. It actually goes with most everything, and is a good way to start anyone with a Charcuterie. Then perhaps a Red Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Granache or Pinot Noir would be a perfect addition as well, depending on your meat choices.
- Charcuterie Board: This is really Optional but can be added for a direct statement that this is a Charcuterie Board Gift Basket for a Great fun tasting experience. Can be purchased at many home good locations or online. Simple will be awesome or you can get something really nice or even engraved for a lasting memento..
Add these Contents:
- Meats: Summer Sausage, Pepperoni, Salami, Prosciutto. Add as many as you like. Likewise, you pick the size of this Gift Basket.
- Cheeses: You’ll want to compliment the meats. So for the salty and spicy, Choose a Cheddar, Gouda, Asiago, Brie, or Blue Cheese adding in the balance. Small blocks are fine for cheese goes a long way. Consequently, you can purchase wedges perfect for only 2 at your local Deli.
- Bottles of Olives, Capers or Pickled Vegetables: Get one bottle or an assortment of these. This is a great way to add ‘GRANDEUR’ to your Gift Basket with a Charcuterie Theme.
- Jar of Preserves, Fruit Compote, Jar or small container of Honey: Find these at these at your Grocery Store or from time to time the Deli counter clerk. This is a great addition to the flavor and experience with the Wine, Cheese and Meats. Some may not have experienced this type of wine and assortment of the many flavors and accompaniments. A lot of fun is to be had.
- Crackers: Preferably choose a water cracker or plain cracker to go with these bolder flavors. So they won’t add spice or seasoning to the Wine and Cheese pairing. Plain Salted Ritz or Club Crackers will do in a squeeze.
ADD A NOTE: This should be fun. Tell them to get everything ready and to start with the Whites. Enjoy the flavors and the building up of them with the Reds second. Let them know if you’ve tried these pairings before and how much you enjoyed them. Also mention that you’d like to share a Charcuterie on a Saturday or Sunday on the patio, or during an upcoming game. This is a heartwarming gesture, and you should be proud that you have given them the gift of caring.
# 4 of 5 Awesome Holiday Gift Basket is still Easy (you’re getting the gist now);
Cheese and Crackers:
This one doesn’t have to be a full Charcuterie. Give this for the pure enjoyment of Fine Wine, cheese and crackers that will compliment the Wine. Then add your suggestions on how and when to enjoy it.
Contents:
Bottle of Fine Wine (You can get it here). Pick the Wine or Cheese first, whichever your giftee enjoys and then match the Cheese to the Wine, or vice versa. Cheddars go well with a variety of wines. Soft cheeses and Brie’s taste better with Sparkling Wines. Cabernet Sauvignon pairs with several Cheeses, and you can choose a Pinot Noir to pair with just about any cheese in a quandary.
Cheese of Choice: Choose a cheese that pairs well with the Wine chosen and specialty cheeses are a perfect accompaniment for a single bottle of wine. For instance, It can be a wedge or a small block. Don’t hesitate to try some pairings on your own to get an idea of what you might like together. That way you can share your first hand observations. Even just offering 2 cheeses, say Cheddar and an Asiago can be an exceptional way to go.
Crackers: Plain or water crackers is still the way to go. So as not to add too much spice or seasoning to distract from the wine and cheese pairing. If need be Plain Salted Ritz or Club style crackers will do. If you can find the Carter Brand Water Crackers, they are light and will easily get the cheese to your mouth and will not distract from the Wine.
Don’t Forget the Note
ADD a NOTE: Be sure to let them know this wine and cheese pairing was chosen just for them to enjoy. Suggest using it during a Movie night or while cooking Dinner together. If there are any special occasions comin up that you know of suggest they enjoy it for that upcoming Anniversary, etc. When you suggest a time or occasion you let them know you are in fact thinking of them and desire to make their life remarkable for the evening. The written note is almost a lost Art. It is a unique gift all by itself.
#5 of 5 Awesome Holiday Gift Basket is in addition Divinely Easy; My Favorite
Chocolates.
I do love my Chocolate and it’s the quintessentially classic Gift. Above all, I love a Dark Chocolate with a Fine Merlot. We recommend the Ricord Merlot and fine Dark Chocolates. It is Heavenly. Wish I had some myself right now just thinking about it.
Contents:
- Bottle of Fine Wine: (You can get it here).
- Dark Chocolate: For the Dark Chocolate lovers you want to pick a Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz or Merlot. That is to say, with tannins found in both Wines and Chocolates you don’t want them warring with each other because the bitter semi-sweet Chocolates have an intense, and earthy to fruity undercurrent. You’ll want to match the intense flavor while not adding more dryness with a full-bodied wine.
- Milk Chocolate: The Milk Chocolate fans should receive a Pinot Noir, Merlot or Gewürztraminer. Since Milk Chocolate has a creamier and generally sweeter taste while in the company of flavors such as brown sugar, vanilla and cream. As a result, it will need a wine that is light to medium in body with a mature fruit nature.
- Hazelnut Chocolate: For lovers of all things Hazelnut Chocolate you can’t go wrong with Brachetto d’Acqui. They do grow together after all so the hazelnuts nutty flavors are complimented by the aromatic, lightly sweet red wine of Piemonte.
- White Chocolate: For those fans of White Chocolate you’ll want to send a Riesling, a sparkling Moscato d’Asti or a Sweeter Rose’. The cocoa butter, sugar and milk with its sweet buttery flavor and hints of honey and cream need the sweet lighter flavors of the Rose’ wines which will help cleanse the palate of the rich flavors of this chocolate.
Don’t Forget the Note
ADD A NOTE: If you found the chocolate while on a vacation yourself, certainly be sure and share that with them. You could suggest they use this to celebrate on a special night spent cuddling up by the fire or just wrapped up on a chilly night. They might not accept your suggestion, but they will be aware that you took the time to offer something cozy and comforting. That is to say, there are many ways to distribute these Gift Baskets and enable your loved ones to experience a priceless moment.
BONUS!!! The Easiest Solution to Please Anyone.
The Delivery Gift Card:
Contents:
- A Bottle of Fine Wine: “or 2” (You can get it here). I’m sure you have the idea by now. Couple of different types maybe.
- Delivery Service Card: Door Dash, Grub Hub, Postmates or UBER Eats to name off just a few of these services. You can usually get Gift Cards for any of these services at your local Supermarket, Walmart or Walgreens, maybe even the Hardware Store. If you can, keep some on hand for those emergency occasions so you don’t have to rush out to get one. Everyone could use a dinner delivery every now and again.
ADD a NOTE: Propose they use this after a chaotic day when just ordering in and a Glass of Wine can help them just wind down. This can be a helping hand when life throws those curve balls and the day feels longer than it should. So you’re giving them a night of relaxation, possibly in the middle of the week when it’s probably needed.
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