Five Star Gift Ideas

For your wine-loving and sommelier enthusiast grandma, there are several thoughtful and creative gift ideas that would cater to her interests and make her birthday truly memorable. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Wine Tasting Experience: Treat your grandma to a wine tasting experience at a local winery or vineyard. Many wineries offer guided tours and tasting experiences where she can learn about different types of wines, the art of wine tasting, and even meet experts in the field. This would be a wonderful way for her to further indulge in her passion and expand her knowledge.

2. Sommelier Course: If your grandma is truly passionate about wine appreciation, consider enrolling her in a sommelier course. These courses range from beginner to advanced level and provide comprehensive knowledge about wine regions, grape varieties, food pairing, and tasting techniques. This would be a fantastic gift for her to enhance her skills and take her love for wine to the next level.

3. Wine Subscription Box: A wine subscription box is a gift that keeps on giving. There are various subscription services that deliver a curated selection of wines directly to your grandma's doorstep on a monthly basis. Choose a subscription that offers a variety of wines, tasting notes, and information about the producers. This will give her new wines to discover and enjoy, expanding her palate and providing a delightful surprise every month.

4. Personalized Wine Accessories: Consider gifting your grandma personalized wine accessories such as engraved wine glasses, a custom-made wine decanter, or a monogrammed wine opener. These personalized touches will not only showcase your thoughtfulness but also enhance her wine drinking experience.

5. Wine Books and Guides: There are a plethora of informative and insightful books available on wine appreciation and sommelier knowledge. Look for titles such as "The Wine Bible" by Karen MacNeil, "The World Atlas of Wine" by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson, or "Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Wine" by Madeline Puckette. These books will serve as valuable reference materials, allowing your grandma to dive deeper into her passion and expand her knowledge.

6. Wine and Food Pairing Workshop: Treat your grandma to a wine and food pairing workshop or cooking class. These classes are often hosted by renowned chefs, sommeliers, or culinary schools and offer hands-on experience in creating delicious dishes that perfectly complement different wines. This would be a delightful opportunity for her to learn new recipes, explore different flavor combinations, and enhance her understanding of how wine can elevate a dining experience.

Remember, the most meaningful gift is one that aligns with your grandma's interests and showcases your thoughtfulness. By choosing a gift that caters to her love for wine appreciation and sommelier courses, you are sure to make her birthday a truly memorable and special occasion.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”