suggestion of red and white wine for neighbor gift

[Anonymous]

Please recommend both red and white wine for neighbor holiday gift. Just give me the classic (will not go wrong) ones will be fine because I don't know their preference. All I know is that they drink wine. Should I add some appetizers to go along? Like what?

[Anonymous]

I want cookie suggestions as well if anyone has any ideas because they have 2 kids.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Please recommend both red and white wine for neighbor holiday gift. Just give me the classic (will not go wrong) ones will be fine because I don't know their preference. All I know is that they drink wine. Should I add some appetizers to go along? Like what?

Cheese straws
Fancy Olives
Nuts (if you know there is no allergy)
Fig Jam and water crackers

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Please recommend both red and white wine for neighbor holiday gift. Just give me the classic (will not go wrong) ones will be fine because I don't know their preference. All I know is that they drink wine. Should I add some appetizers to go along? Like what?

I like this - https://www.totalwine.com/wine/red-wine/cabernet-sauvignon/ferraricarano-cabernet-sauvignon/p/1149750

I think it is just a universal good red Cabernet at a pleasing mid-price point.

All my white wine takes are controversial butter bombs, but I love me a Sonoma cutrer Chardonnay #cougarjuice

[Anonymous]

Are you planning to pick up a few bottles at the grocery store, or are you near a wine store?

Is there a price range you wish to stay in?

"Classics" can have a broad interpretation, but I think Bordeaux (white and red) still offers a lot of value. Someone may not regularly drink wine from that region, but they will recognize it as a reputable wine region. {The grapes used are well-liked as well: Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.

Sparkling wine is also a great choice this time of year. It pairs well with many foods, so it can feel festive beyond just NYE. A quality prosecco has a softer bubble, and it's a popular choice.

I wouldn't add food for the sake of adding food.

[Anonymous]

How much do you want to spend?

Hess has a selection of whites (chardonnay) and reds (Cabernet Sauvignons and mixes) ranging from $15-$50

[Anonymous]

I always just go for a good old champagne. Usually Piper Heidsieck, Nicolas Feuillatte, or Veuve.

[Anonymous]

I like buying local. If you’re in Virginia, Bluestone’s Petit Manseng (fruity white) or Barboursvillle paxxito (also a white). Virginia makes good Petit Verdot (red), more than a couple fine ones out there.
Celli’s Cookies out of Williamsburg, sublime!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I always just go for a good old champagne. Usually Piper Heidsieck, Nicolas Feuillatte, or Veuve.

For neighbors? You must be rich.

[Anonymous]

A Oregon Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I always just go for a good old champagne. Usually Piper Heidsieck, Nicolas Feuillatte, or Veuve.

For neighbors? You must be rich.

Not for just neighbors. For friends.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I like buying local. If you’re in Virginia, Bluestone’s Petit Manseng (fruity white) or Barboursvillle paxxito (also a white). Virginia makes good Petit Verdot (red), more than a couple fine ones out there.
Celli’s Cookies out of Williamsburg, sublime!

Barboursville has amazing wines but I think giving people a dessert wine like the Paxxito is really specific. Their Viognier and Cabernet Franc are excellent though.

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Price range per bottle?

Kendall Jackson Chardonnay is really good for the price. Note, they had some problems with grapes in some recent vintages, and I’d say I get a “ugh” bottle once every four or five times.

Rombauer is a buttery Chardonnay that is between 2 and 3 times the cost of Kendall (depending on cost of each). Always exceptional.

[Anonymous]

Segura Viudas Brut Heredad Reserva Is a nice sparking wine and comes in an awesome bottle.

[Anonymous]

White wine - try a Gewürztraminer. Get one made in Austria or Germany. Total Wine has them. Best white wine I’ve had.