Corporate gifts

Which wine to gift a client? Advice from a sommelier

Most of the time, clients' tastes are not well known. Wine selection therefore relies on a few simple principles that minimize the risk of disappointing.

Focus on versatile yet distinctive wines

A gift wine should appeal to as many people as possible without being generic. Highly tannic or heavily oaked reds, highly aromatic whites, and strongly distinctive natural wines tend to divide opinions. Conversely, a well-made red Bourgogne, a crisp Loire white, or a grower Champagne suit almost every palate.

Adapt to the recipient's profile

The connoisseur. They already own the major labels. Surprise them with a reputable but less exposed estate, a rare appellation (Bellet, Palette), or a ready-to-drink wine from an older vintage.

The enthusiast. A wine from a recognized appellation, produced by a respected grower, accompanied by a brief presentation of the estate. The accompanying card is just as important as the bottle.

The novice. Champagne remains the safest choice: it can be shared, stored for a few months, and naturally fits festive occasions.

The non-red wine drinker. More common than one might think. A gift set combining a white wine and a Champagne avoids this pitfall.

Consider the tasting occasion

A year-end gift set is often opened during the holiday season. It is better to offer wines that are ready to drink, rather than a young fine wine requiring ten years of cellaring. If gifting an ageworthy wine, specify it on the card along with the ideal drinking window.

Avoid common mistakes

• gifting a supermarket wine in attractive packaging: an enthusiast notices immediately;
• increasing the number of bottles at the expense of quality;
• forgetting the card: without it, the recipient may not know who sent the gift.

Our gift sets are curated by a former sommelier from Michelin-starred restaurants, accompanied by a presentation sheet for each wine. Discover our corporate gift sets.