Posted by Peter Brady on Fri 15th February 2008 at 02:01 PM, Filed in Christmas Gifts, Wine
I must admit that when the wine wedge first came onto the market, it seemed a complete waste of money. However, having recently had a wine bottle roll out of the fridge onto my foot - I am now eating my words!
The mechanics of it are fairly self explanatory and essentially it works as a space serving version of a wine rack.
A pair of wedges will hold a pyramid of six wine bottles and cost a mere $11 (£5.99).
Great for a Christmas stocking filler....
Posted by Peter Brady on Thu 2nd November 2006 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Wine
Do you have a wine buff on your Christmas list this year?
If you do, then stretching your budget to £275 may just offer you the perfect gift with this Samsung Wine Cooler.
Capable of chilling 34 bottles of wine and maintaining a constant optimum temperature. A very handy feature for kitchens where temperatures vary greatly (temperature variation degrades wine).
This wine cooler includes:
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If you’re a bit of a masochist then you might enjoy this party game.
Named “Don’t break the bottle” it’s a genuine brain teaser and definitely not for the thirsty!
Gizoo say:
“The wine bottle puzzle consists of a few pieces of wood, some beads and a bit of rope. The challenge is to manoeuvre all the different parts so that the bottle can be taken out intact. This may involve pushing the ball through, passing the rope over, or pulling the block around, one thing or another. You’ll be surprised how many people will accept the challenge - it looks much easier than it is. If you manage to free the bottle of wine you’ll certainly deserve a glass.
It’s so frustrating if you’re the one attempting to solve this wooden puzzle, but great fun for anyone who’s watching. Watching someone struggle to release the bottle as everyone else offers ‘helpful’ advice will have you in stitches. Everyone will have their own way of tackling this puzzling task.
If you’re trying to release the bottle, it won’t be long before you’re desperate for the wine inside and the name of the puzzle - Don’t Break the Bottle - suddenly makes perfect sense, as you try anything to solve it!”
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What a great idea. Wish I’d thought of this one.
Quite simply you can send personalised messages on the champagne bottle label itself. In my eyes that can make the ubiquitous champagne gift something really unique and memorable.
Lastminute retail this for £35 ($64) and describe the service as follows:
“Forget emails and texts, this is the perfect way to send messages. Thinking of telling someone you that you love them? Want to wish someone happy birthday? Or how about telling someone that they’ve got a bad breath problem that they should be taking care of? Whatever your message, the lucky recipient will be jumping for joy when they read it on a personalised Champagne bottle. If only we could send all messages this way.”
Great gift for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries.
Posted by Peter Brady on Thu 28th September 2006 at 07:00 AM, Filed in Gift Baskets, Wine
Harrods simply exudes luxury and quality and if you’re looking for a special gift basket or hamper it’s a great place to start.
Check out this specialist wine and spirits compilation that would make just about any wine lover very, very happy.
Including:
• Harrods Pomerol 1999, 75cl
• Harrods Vintage Champagne 1998, 75cl
• Cuilleron, Viognier 2004, 75cl
• Olmos Reward, Frankland Estate 2001, 75cl
• Soave Classico, Pieropan 2004, 75cl
• Caymus Conundrum 2003, 75cl
• Chateau Fuisse, Les Combettes 2002, 75cl
• Mastroberardino Radici 2000, 75cl
• Sangiovese, Errazuriz 2003, 75cl
• Burmester Colheita 1990, 75cl
• Rasteau Cuvee Prestige 2001, 75cl
• Monte Real Gran Reserva 1994, 75cl
Retails for a very reasonable £250 ($471) and is going to seriously impress your intended recipient.
