2017 WineCountry Holiday Gift Guide

It’s hard to believe it’s already that time of year. The days — and we mean days — of Thanksgiving leftovers are finally over and your inbox is overflowing with sweet deals and steals to get into the shopping spirit. But, as you make your list (and check it twice), where do you start with finding the perfect presents for your loved ones?

While we may find a bottle of wine works well for most occasions, we understand that the extra level of thoughtfulness is key when gift giving during the holiday season. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up a collection of fantastic options, with a sprinkle of Wine Country flavor, that are as easy as “add to cart.”

The Foodie is thrilled to know about the latest restaurant launch and is on top of every food trend. They’re always open to hosting you for a meal to test out their latest in-kitchen endeavors.

1. The Complete Thomas Keller: The French Laundry Cookbook & Bouchon
   Amazon, $71.30
2. Joule Rose Gold Sous Vide
   Sur la Table, $379
3. Salt of The Month Club
   Jacobsen Salt
4. Gourmet Napa Food & Wine Tour
   Wine Country Experiences

Always with their nose in a book or attending a reading at their local bookstore, The Reader loves rainy days curled up cozily with a classic or two.

1. Book of The Month Club
   Book of The Month Club, Starting at $44.99
2. Tote
   Strand Books, $27.95
3. Lumio Book Lamp
   MoMa Store, $200
4. Steel Bookends
   Hanna Beatrice Quinn, $60

Good taste comes naturally to The Creative. No matter the medium, they typically know what’s on trend and are always looking for some added artistic inspiration.

1. S’well Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
   Amazon, $42
2. Sketch Book
   Shinola, $28
3. Photography Adventure
   Wine Country Experiences
4. 1000 Colors Puzzle
   Colossal Shop

The Wine Lover knows a thing or two about our favorite beverage, and whether they’re still learning or an expert, combine their passion with one of these items for a flawless pairing.

1. Sagaform Wine Carafe
   Amazon, $24.99
2. Cork Dork Book
   Amazon, $13.31
3. Chocolate Candies
   Aha Life
4. French Kitchen Marble Wine Cooler
   Crate and Barrel, $39.95

Taking the road less traveled is The Adventurer’s motto, and even when they’re off the beaten path, you can trust they’re always prepared for what comes their way.

1. Pendleton Glacier National Park Full Blanket
   Amazon, $239
2. Three Potato Four Explore Motel Key Tag
   Amazon, $8
3. Original Insulated Pac Boots
   Hunter, $225
4. Sonoma Backroads Winery Tour
   Wine Country Experiences

Hygge may be the word on everyone’s lips as we roll into cooler, cozy-inducing months, and The Homebody has the term perfected. Nesting at home is their idea of a great night, and comfort is always paramount.

1. Luxe Core Sheet Set
   Brooklinen, $175
2. Ambre Candle
   Diptyque Paris, $60
3. Ultra Faux Fur Slippers
   Restoration Hardware, $17
4. Aromatree Ultrasonic Diffuser
   Saje

Occasion or not, The Entertainer loves to enjoy the company of others. They like to think of themselves as the perfect host and with the right tools (including these gift suggestions,) it’s always true.

1. Stemware Collection
   Williams Sonoma, $149.95
2. Hexagon Marble Gold Coasters
   Amazon, $34.95
3. Homemade Gin Kit
   Terrain, $58
4. Create Craft Cocktails
   Wine Country Experiences

Self care is a top priority for The Beauty Obsessed, and their penchant for all things beauty is more than skin deep.

1. Le Labo Santal 33 Body Lotion
   Amazon, $135
2. Black Cosmetic Case
   The Daily Edited, $80
3. Goop by Juice Beauty Discovery Set
   Goop, $125
4. Bite Agave Lip Mask Champagne
   Sephora, $26

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Author

Jen Schmitz

Jen Schmitz has been writing and producing creative content since 2014. She has written for VSCO, Lonny, and contributed to countless other outlets in and out of wine country. She is a lover of all things art, culture, and wine, and prefers to “summer” in Napa Valley to taste all it has to offer and to escape foggy San Francisco any time she can. Follow her on Instagram at @jeneschmitz.

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