The Giftbasket Guru

Handsomely appointed, our faux leather tote overflows with four marvelous California wines and a mountain of epicurean delights ? everybody who?s anybody simply must have one! This gift includes four California wines: a merlot, a cabernet sauvignon, a chardonnay and a sauvignon blanc, together with cheese sticks, Crostini, cheese swirls, mustard, nuts, chocolate peanut butter cookies, chocolate cr?me cookies, wine wafers, chocolate biscotti, Ghirardelli chocolate squares, brie rounds, caf?, snack mix and Moonbana chocolate squares and wafer cookies.

Make any event a festive celebration when you send this over-the-top gift basket that?s filled with everything that?s oh so good! Indulge your favorite group of revelers. Four bottles of California wine accompany Pannetoni crackers, salami, a tin of chocolate-covered sandwich cookies, cocoa, almonds, smoked salmon, brie rounds and brie cheese, olives, crackers, a Ghirardelli chocolate bar, cheese straws, Lindt truffles, biscotti and peanut butter cookies.

From the sun-kissed rolling hills of Sonoma County come six extraordinary wines. Enough delicous and enticing variety to suit the most discerning tastes! Includes: Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay, DeLoach Cabernet Sauvignon, Buena Vista Merlot, Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc, Kenwood Sauvignon Blanc and Kunde Estate Cabernet Sauvigon.

Straddling both the Napa and Sonoma counties, the Mondavi Vineyards have built their reputation of excellence from the belief that their wines should be created with as little intervention as possible. They bottle their wines without filtration to preserve the character, fruit and texture of the flavors. This gift includes: 1999 Carneros Pinot Noir (with layers of lush dark cherry, plum, rose petal, and exotic spice, the bright aromas and flavors linger through to the silky finish), a 2000 Carneros Chardonnay (vibrant, yet exceptional richness describe this wine, with enticing notes of citrus, ripe apple, tropical fruit and flowers, and a cinnamon spice highlight culminating a beautifully balanced finish), and a 2004 Napa Valley Merlot (which sports a vivacious nose, with waves of blackberry, black plum and huckleberry aromas merging with notes of tar, tobacco and vanilla oak). Wine arrives in a wood crate engraved with a vineyard motif. Gift measures 16'' x 14'' x 6'' and weighs 13 lbs. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery.

A generous assortment of distinctive foods surrounds three bottles of award winning California wines. Beringer Founders Pinot California - Classically styled. Robert Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast - Explore your favorite pairings with this luscious wine. Brimming with plum, cherry and blackberry character. Subtle dried herb and spice nuances add complexity to the rich flavor expression, soft oak tones linger on the finish. Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay, - Beautifully balanced. Aromas and flavors of ripe apples, pears and citrus. A major portion was fermented and aged five months on the yeast lees in French oak cooperage, imparting richness and complexity to the wine. In addition to the wines we include Aaron Bell Crisp Water Crackers, Saraivanov Smoked Salmon, Caviar and Auberge Camembert cheese spread. Aaron Bell Seasoned Pretzels, Sesame Stix, Sweet Almond Popcorn, Macadam's Raspberry Tea Cookies, Snickerdoodles, Hathaway's Peach and Lemon Candies, Brown & Haley Almond Roca and creamy Seattle Chocolate Truffles complete the gift. A spectacular gift. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery.

Oak barrels have been used for centuries to store and age wine. The barrels are central to the winemaking process and almost as important as the grape itself. While our handsome wood barrel may not be appropriate for aging wine, it pays tribute to classical vinification and will appreciated by wine enthusiasts everywhere. We recommend displaying the barrel in your private cellar for an authentic look or using it to store your wine accessories. Your choice of four superb wine trios will be delivered within the barrel for a presentation unlike any other gift: The Vintner Featuring Beringer, Bancroft Ranch, Merlot 2002, Rex Hill Pinot Noir Oregon Reserve 2003, Canoe Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 The Sommelier Featuring Ponzi Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2005, Covey Run Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley 2004, Riparosso Illuminati Vintage 2004 The Aficionado Featuring BV Reserve Pinot Noir, Napa Valley 2004, Hurricane Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington 2003, Canoe Ridge Estate Merlot, Horse Heaven Hills 2004 The Connoisseur Featuring Robert Mondavi Private Selection Merlot 2004, Carabella Chardonnay, Willamette Valley Dijon 76 Clone, 2003, Bolla Chianti 2005 Barrel is accented by metal hoops and measures approximately 14.5'' H x 12'' W. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery. Personalize it! Complete the engraving option during check out and we'll add a personalized brass plate. It is a stylish finishing touch that will make the gift a treasured keepsake. Select one or two lines of up to 15 characters per line. Allow 1 extra business day for processing. A nominal fee of $9.95 will be automatically added to the total when the engraving option is selected.

A trio of premium wines and a full compliment of foods to please and impress even the most discriminating judges of fine food and drink. Cellar Masters select two bottles of red and one bottle of white wine to form the foundation of this basket. To compliment the wines, a variety of foods such as crackers, cheese, smoked seafood or sausage, nuts, decadent cookies, coffees, or candy are included. Guaranteed to please, this basket is perfect for expressing appreciation, sending congratulations, or celebrating a special occasion. Specific basket design may vary due to location and availability. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery.

An engraved silver plated wine holder coupled with Stags' Leap Napa Valley Merlot is a beautiful gift that is appropriate for commemorating any occasion. Intense ruby in color, this lovely vintage offers aromatics of ripe cherries and sweet strawberry with subtle backnotes of violets on the nose. Flavors of plums and cassis are the introduction to this balanced wine, as notes of toasted almonds, dried thyme, and black truffles intermingle with supple tannins for a broad, lasting finish. Free Engraving Engraving area: maximum of three lines, 25 characters each line. Font is Shadow Outline. Chiller stands 10.5'' high and 4'' in diameter. Enter information to be engraved during the checkout phase of the ordering process. One additional business day is automatically added to shipping schedule to accommodate engraving process.

The professional model - heavier for smoother function! Rugged die-cast design and state-of-the-art ergonomics make the VIP Silver Rabbit Corkscrew from Metrokane the strongest Rabbit Corkscrew ever. The heavier weight of this Rabbit Corkscrew and the smooth precision metal gear mechanism provide for better leverage and effortless operation. The gear mechanism is laboratory tested to last through more than 10,000 uncorkings. The VIP Rabbit Corkscrew is the choice corkscrew for professionals. Made of heavy die-cast with reinforced nylon in silver/black, the Rabbit Corkscrew is synthetic-cork friendly. Set includes foil cutter and extra spiral. VIP Rabbit Corkscrew and accessories are housed in a custom-designed chrome-and-brown-leather travel case. Case snaps closed tightly to protect Rabbit and prevent damage. Includes a 10-year warranty. FREE ENGRAVING Engraving area: 3 initials. Enter initials to be engraved during the checkout phase of the ordering process. Enter initials in sequence of first, middle and last name and we will configure the monogram in the traditional format. Traditional three-letter monograms display as the first initial of the first name, the first initial of the last name (center of the monogram in larger font), followed by the first initial of the middle name. One additional business day is automatically added to shipping schedule to accommodate engraving process.

Toscana Villa Antinori White -fresh and clean. Beringer Third Century Merlot North Coast -richly textured layers. The wines join foods from around the world in a stylish travel trunk. Twelve coffees from around the world by Coffee Masters, Comfort Collection Belgian Truffles, Scottish cookies, Madagascan & Ecuadorian Lindt Chocolate, Tortuga Caribbean Rum Cake, Dolcetto Wafer Rolls, Phoenicia Mediterranean Pastries, The Chocolate Traveler Dark Chocolate Coffee Wedges, Petit Soleil Bonbon au Chocolat, Auberge Camembert cheese spread and more are included. Gift measures 14''x11''x12''. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery.

From Edna Valley to Paso Robles, some of the best that the Central Coast of California has to offer: J. Lohr Chardonnay, Irony Pinot Noir, Firestone Sauvignon Blanc, Edna Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Edna Valley Chardonnay, Echelon Merlot.

Three world-class Pinot Noirs from Oregon. First, a 2003 Eyrie Vineyards Pinot. A pioneer in the viticulture of Pinot Noir, Eyrie Vineyards produces a classic Pinot Noir of complexity, elegance and finesse. Erath Vineyards Pinot Noir presents bright red. Strawberry and cranberry aromas lifted by zesty white pepper and nutmeg. Light-bodied and taut, with refreshingly bitter cherry and wild strawberry flavors and an exotic suggestion of orange peel. Finishes with fine-grained tannins and lingering flavors of dried red berries and herbs. Maysara Pinot Noir 2002 Estate Cuvee sets a classic tone with its fiery ruby color. The nose is loaded with crushed blackberries and raspberries, with powerful notes of white pepper, carnation and leather. A jewel. The wines arrive in a wood crate engraved with a vineyard motif. Gift measures 16'' x 14'' x 6'' and weighs 13 lbs. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery.