Holiday Gift Ideas
from Wine Country
Nothing beats a winery with good wine and a great retail shop. It’s the ultimate two-fer for those who are always on the hunt for that special gift, or that perfect complement to a holiday platter.
Take the world’s only aerial gondola to wine tasting and shopping at , where you’ll find an upscale collection of goods at this mountain-top retail haven described as “Nieman Marcus meets wine country.” Here, you can find lightweight wool shawls, soft oversized tartan scarves, hats, serveware and Monopoly Napa Valley.
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Oakville Grocery is always a go-to for branded kitchen essentials, gift boxes, and exotic spreads, infused salts (champignon and porcini) and brown butter truffle honey. How about smoked gouda wine chips?
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Frank Family Vineyards has top-notch sparklings, logo’d vests, beanies and blankets, and the stunning book,
Wine Country Women of Napa. Wine gift sets and magnums come beautifully packaged in an elegant gift box. Their dedicated team is eager to help you find the perfect gift for those who matter most.
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In addition to a fine selection of Pinot Noirs, Etude in Carneros offers high-end clothing, great jewelry and live-edge wood charcuterie boards, while Domaine Carneros has beautifully boxed sets of their finest sparklings, ready to set beneath the fanciest tree.
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Arch & Tower/Robert Mondavi has high-end stunning gold candles, goblets, houndstooth blankets and 7-in-1 aerators: absolutely essential if you’re drinking old cellar treasures or newly released Napa Cabs that need air.
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Share the St. Francis wine pairing experience with gifts such as the Icon Sip & Savor featuring one of the Icon Collection wines, slow-cured Sonoma Rosso Salami from Journeyman Meat Co, a branded slate charcuterie plate, and a stainless steel salami and cheese knife.
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V. Sattui Winery has merch galore, including a large selection of themed gift sets such as self care, pasta dinner and luscious dessert.
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BR Cohn Winery has nicely priced wine gift sets, olive oil and vinegar trios, logo’d crop tees, sweatshirts and a wicked cool rock ’n’ roll dish towel.
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For a gift that dazzles, come to Blue Diamond Jeweler (formerly Napa Valley Jewelers) in downtown Napa. The gleaming golds, radiant diamonds, and vibrant gemstones become not just exquisite accessories but tokens of love and celebration. From the large selection of rings, earrings, necklaces and watches, an expert staff member will assist in finding the perfect gift. As you explore the store, each glittering display showcases not just jewelry but the promise of cherished moments and unforgettable gifts.
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Jacuzzi Family Vineyards has fun apparel, olive oil sets, seasonings, and great pantry items, like blueberry bourbon pecan jam. Lots of great recipes online.
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VJB Vineyards & Cellars is a magic kingdom beyond wine, that includes Kenwood pasta, a Tommy Bahama boutique with clothing for men and women, and a wine truffle shop.
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Priest Ranch in Yountville presents foodie delights like bacon marmalade jam and estate olive oil, plus exquisitely crafted pottery by local artist Courtney Becker, including perfectly sized bowls for snacks and condiments, in a variety of warm, inviting colors,
as contemplative and functional as they are beautiful.
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Abbot’s Passage Winery & Mercantile in Glen Ellen offers a most unique collection of home and holiday décor, including gorgeous books by Obi Kaufman, “The State of Water,” and “The Forests of California.” Their 2019 Points Unknown GSM is a solid gold winner.
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From Bennett Lane Winery, don’t miss the 2018 Maximus Red Feasting Wine … the perfect gift for all of the wine lovers on your list this year, and adored by wine newbies and oenophiles alike. It is a fabulous blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Syrah, 8% Cabernet Franc, 6% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 4% Petite Sirah, and 3% Petit Verdot. This wine opens with enticing aromas of cherry, blackberry, and cassis, with subtle hints of cocoa powder, setting the stage for a memorable tasting experience. On the palate, it offers vibrant, full flavors of bright cherry and berry, supported by velvety, smooth tannins. The wine concludes with a refreshing, fruit-driven finish that will leave your taste buds longing for more.
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Select from the carefully crafted sets from Whitehall Lane Winery or, a dedicated wine concierge can help you curate the perfect gift set to meet your needs and budget. With the 12 Days of Cabernets Mystery Case, unwrap a new surprise of library and single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and exclaim: “Got what I asked for!”
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Behold the JCB Empire of glittering glam, available for your escapist pleasure at DeLoach Vineyards, Raymond Vineyards and JCB St. Helena and JCB Yountville, Buena Vista Winery or Chateau Buena Vista. Looking for a gold leopard pin with gleaming ruby eyes or a slinky snake choker or bracelet that even Cleopatra would find impossible to resist? These personal favorites of John-Charles Boisset are unique and not to be found elsewhere. At the JCB salons, you’ll find his exceptional collection of spirits, glassware, gourmet foods, wine accessories and so much more. Also, be sure to explore some of the finest fragrances on earth, created by legendary perfumers like Bertrand Duchaufour.