Give the gift of French wine to a loved one.
French wines are distinct not only in their flavor, but in their labeling as well. Contrary to American labeling style, French wines are named after the region they're from, not the grapes that are used to make them. If you have a friend or family member that loves wine, give them a French wine gift basket this year for their birthday, anniversary or the holidays.
Dark Horse Gift Basket
This gift basket includes a 2008 dark wine made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc called Chateau Cheval Noir. Also included is a large Godiva dark chocolate (72 percent cocoa) candy bar, almonds from Spain and spicy Moroccan seed and nut crackers.
French Connection
The French Connection gift basket includes two bottles of Bordeaux wine. The first bottle is a 2007 Chateau Hortevie and the second is a 2005 Chateau Reignac Bordeaux Superieur. Also included is a Godiva (72 percent cocoa) candy bar, Indian cashews, cheddar pecan biscuits and biscotti.
Super Grand Gourmet Gift Basket
If you're really looking to go above and beyond with a French wine gift this year, check out the Super Grand Gourmet Gift Basket. This basket includes four bottles of wine: an Iron Horse Brut, a Conundrum White Blend, a Duboeuf Morgon Jean Descombes Cru Beaujolais and a B.R. Cohn Silver Label Cabernet Sauvignon. Also included are chocolate filled wafers, tea cookies, Pinot Grigio salami, smoked salmon and whole grain mustard.
Build Your Own
Visit online wine stores such as shoppersvineyard.com, thedrinkshop.com or wallywine.com to create your own French wine basket. You can begin by selecting a French wine and then adding additional items. Creating a custom French wine gift basket can be time-consuming, but your loved one may appreciate the extra effort you put into it.
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