How much should I spend on a bottle of wine for a hostess gift?

Starting with price, we generally think that somewhere in the $25 - $75 range is a good amount to spend on a gifting bottle. Too little makes you look cheap and too much borders on awkward. Basically, we consider what we would spend on a meal if we were going to a restaurant and use that as a guide.



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Most importantly, when it comes to making the final decision, don't overthink it. Almost all hosts/hostesses would be thrilled to get any gift of wine! If you're not drinking your wine in slushies, now is the perfect time to start.

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While good, distinctive wines can be found at every price, the odds of finding great values in everyday wines are most in your favor if you commit to spending $15 to $25 a bottle. Fascinating bottles abound, and if you find one not to your taste, perhaps it can be chalked up to experience.

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By and large, though, he says, the $25 to $30 price point is where “things start breaking out, and you start to get some identity expression” in your wine. The sweet spot for a good bottle: $30 to $60. Double that to $60 to $120 if you're buying from a premium region such as Burgundy, Napa or Champagne.

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