Bottles that look and taste like you thought about it. These are the special ones: Burgundy, Jura and other bottles from small growers that feel like a treat, mostly $45 and up. Bring one to a dinner, tuck one in a stocking, or keep one for yourself. We won't tell.
For celebrating, Coco Farm & Winery's Novo Blanc de Blancs, a sparkling Chardonnay from Japan, makes an entrance. Noita Winery's Hex Bag, a skin-contact Pinot Gris from Finland, is a guaranteed conversation piece. For the wine nerd, Oxymore's Songe Éveillé Côtes du Jura, Clair Obscur's Aligoté Meix Pillé, or Mersel Wine's Elevate Merwah Amber, a deep orange wine from Lebanon. Red lovers will be happy with Ashanta's Methusulah, ancient-vine Grenache, Carignan and País from California, or Les Deux Clés' Jeux de Clés Rouge.
Not sure what they like? Bubbles are always a safe bet. Or email us and we'll help you pick.
