It’s time to raise a glass and make a toast. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, enjoying a romantic evening, or celebrating the end of a busy day, check out these five picks to accompany your favorite wines or to give as a gift to your favorite wine enthusiast.
1 | Top It Off.
Keep your wine fresh and fashionable after the cork is popped. Made by Connie Aarons, this wine stopper is made of deep red and silver beads and adds a festive touch to your wine bottle. Available in a rainbow of styles and colors, many are one-of-a-kind creations. Bottle Bling Wine Stopper, $15, Creations by Connie, available at The Mint Leaf and local wineries. coastersbyconnie.com
2 | Stay Cool.
Stylish and stemless, this innovative cup is triple-insulated to keep your wine at the perfect temperature. Brilliantly colored in turquoise or copper, these cups are ideal for parties or tasting events. Each comes with a clear lid for sipping so you can relax and enjoy your beverage. Corkcicle Stemless Wine Cup, $24.95, (custom vinyl monogramming extra), Coventry Corners, 1665 State Hill Rd., Wyomissing, 610.376.0445. coventrycorners.com
3 | Chill Out.
Recreate the atmosphere of a cozy wine bar at home. This wine fridge accommodates 42 bottles and features two separate cooling zones for storing and serving red and white wines. LED lighting adds a cool glow. Tuck it under the counter and showcase your collection with dedicated storage space. Insignia™ 42 Bottle or 114 Can Built-in Dual Zone Wine and Beverage Cooler, $799, Best Buy, 1701 Crossing Drive, Wyomissing, 610.375.3340. bestbuy.com
4 | Grand Opening.
Sit back and savor a whole new wine tasting experience. Slowly pour your wine from the bottle into this elegant wine decanter. Decanting separates wine from sediment and aerates it, allowing oxygen to open up the aromas and flavors. Use it with red wines, including Folino’s Black Label Collection. Wine Decanter, $34.95, Folino Estate, 340 Old Route 22, Kutztown, 484.452.3633. folinoestate.com
5 | Pro Tool.
Select your vintage and pop the cork just like the pros. Crafted from stainless steel, this sommelier-inspired corkscrew removes any natural or synthetic cork with ease. The comfort-grip resin handle feels great in your hand and is available in a variety of colorful inlays to complement your décor. HiCoup Professional Waiter’s Corkscrew, $11.45, amazon.com
