Websites that sell wine will require you to enter your date of birth before accessing the site or purchasing. Additionally, you must be 21 years or older to purchase wine online. The remaining states allow some form of direct-to-consumer wine shipments however, the retailer or winery must label the package as containing wine, and you may have to pay an alcohol shipping or signing fee. According to the NCSL, Alabama, Mississippi, and Utah prohibit the direct shipment of alcohol to consumers, including wine. Wine can be shipped to nearly all 50 states, although each has its own set of rules. FAQs Can wine be shipped to all 50 states? Luckily, most wine basket vendors will have fairly durable shipping to protect the glass bottles. Is it cushioned by crinkle paper or packing peanuts? Are things individually wrapped or just loose in the basket? How something is packaged can make a big difference. Before purchasing a gift basket, check and see how the store ships it. The last thing anyone wants is a broken wine bottle. A well-paired wine truly elevates the gift from good to great. When it comes to chocolate, white wines tend to pair better with lighter, milkier flavors. If your gift basket comes with wine and treats, how well do the two match together? It goes beyond cheese, too. Other famous combinations include cabernet sauvignon and aged cheddar, sauvignon blanc and goat cheese, and Champagne and Brie. The combination of smooth fruitiness of the wine blends so well with Gouda’s nuttiness. For example, malbec pairs really well with Gouda. Wines have flavor profiles that match best with certain types of foods. Peanut butter and jelly, chocolate and strawberries, ham and cheese–some things are just better in pairs, and the same goes for wine. Even if you’re gifting a smaller basket with a single bottle, the variety can come in the accompanying snacks and candies. It’s nice to have a bit of savory, a bit of sweet, and some variety in the wines themselves. What to Look for in a Wine Gift Basket VarietyĮxploring all the drinks and treats tucked into a wine basket is as enjoyable as tasting them. For a more wallet-friendly pick, we recommend the Gourmet Gift Baskets Red Wine Favorites with one bottle of wine and goodies. 1 pick is the Gift Tree's The Premier Selection Gift Basket with cabernet, chardonnay, and lots of sweet and savory snacks. The last wine, a French Bordeaux, went beautifully with both the cashew toffee and the trail mix," she said. "I tried the savory items like the nuts, cheese, and bruschetta with the Spanish rioja, and the chocolate truffles and brownie cookies with the Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Our wine, beer, and spirits expert, Prairie Rose Free, tried a previous edition of the basket and loved the spread- particularly the savory snacks paired with the Spanish wine. This particular basket updates on occasion as new treats become available. In addition to the wines, the basket features a plethora of crackers, nuts, and chocolates housed in a metal basket. Last, but certainly not least, the Bodegas Breca Old Vines Garnacha is made in the high altitudes of Calatayud in Spain.
For cabernet sauvignon lovers, the featured bottle from Martin Ray comes from the Napa region of California. The Château de Landiras is a deep and fruity wine from France that features notes of blackberries. This red wine trio gift basket features three wines from three different countries. Includes: 2018 Château de Landiras, 2018 Martin Ray Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon, 2018 Bodegas Breca Old Vines Garnacha, three cheese sourdough crackers, Hickory Farms harvest cheddar blend, cranberry and sesame nut mix, olive oil and rosemary crackers, fig chutney, mixed nuts, cranberry pistachio crisps, Dolcetto wafer chocolate rolls, chocolate brownie cookie, gourmet chocolate chip cookies, biscotti, reusable metal basket
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