Five Star Gift Ideas

For your wine-loving grandpa, there are plenty of meaningful and personal gift ideas that revolve around his passion for professional wine pairing. Here are a few suggestions to help you find the perfect birthday gift:

1. Wine Subscription: Consider gifting your grandpa a wine subscription that delivers carefully selected bottles of wine straight to his doorstep every month. This allows him to discover new and unique wines and expand his knowledge and taste preferences.

2. Wine Tasting Experience: Arrange for your grandpa to enjoy a wine tasting experience at a local winery or vineyard. A guided tour and tasting session will give him the opportunity to learn about different wine varieties, pairing techniques, and enhance his overall wine appreciation.

3. Wine Accessories: An assortment of wine accessories can make an excellent gift for your wine aficionado grandfather. Consider items such as a decanter, wine aerator, temperature-controlled wine cooler, or a set of high-quality wine glasses. These accessories will enhance his wine drinking experience and show that you care about his passion.

4. Wine Book or Magazine Subscription: Help your grandpa expand his knowledge about wine with a well-written book or a subscription to a wine magazine. Books like "The World Atlas of Wine" by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson, or "Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Wine" by Madeline Puckette, are highly recommended for wine enthusiasts.

5. Wine and Food Pairing Class: Look for local cooking schools or culinary institutes that offer wine and food pairing classes. This hands-on experience will teach your grandpa how to expertly pair wines with different types of cuisine, allowing him to elevate his wine tasting and pairing skills.

6. Personalized Wine Labels: Consider creating customized wine labels featuring a special message or a family photo. This thoughtful and unique gift will add a personal touch to your grandpa's wine collection and make every glass of wine even more enjoyable.

7. Wine Rack or Cellar Organizer: If your grandpa has an extensive collection of wines, a stylish wine rack or cellar organizer can be a practical and thoughtful gift. It will help him showcase his wine collection and keep it organized, making it easier for him to select the perfect bottle for pairing.

Remember, the most important thing is to show your grandpa that you care about his passion for wine pairing. Consider his preferences and interests when choosing a gift, and the thoughtfulness behind the gesture will undoubtedly make his birthday extra special.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he 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”