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" Every year, the holiday season manages to sneak up on so many of us (like me) and we&amp;#039;re left scrambling at the last minute to pick up a present that&amp;#039;s a bit more personal than a gift card. In my mind, the gift of wine is always welcome, especially if paired with something tasty. If you&amp;#039;re lucky your local supermarket will carry a good selection of both-you&amp;#039;re only 1 stop away from creating a festive basket in minutes! Wine shops are also often open late and are perfect for a quick shopping trip. Here are a few suggestions for sample baskets. If your giftee . . . . . . is a snacking fiend Dry sparkling wine, like cava or prosecco, and several bags of fancy potato chips. (Believe me, it&amp;#039;s a match made in heaven!) Have a little more time? These spiced nuts are my go-to homemade gift.  . . . prefers spicy Asian flavors Off-dry (meaning, just a bit on the sweet side) Riesling, a big bottle of Sriracha hot sauce, some Thai curry paste, and an assortment of rice noodles.  . . . loves Italian food Some Chianti, a pound of dried pasta, a package of dried porcini mushrooms, and a pretty bottle of extra virgin olive oil (can&amp;#039;t choose? Check out the results of our taste test.)  . . . has a sweet tooth A half bottle of Port (a full bottle, if they like to entertain), and some delicious chocolates or a box of brownies from the bakery.  Other pairings if refrigeration is not a problem: a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon or red zinfandel (not at all sweet like the white version) and an aged strip steak or T-bone; sauvignon blanc and a lovely American or French goat cheese; or, for a splurge, a bottle of French champagne and some American caviar or Alaskan smoked salmon. In the spirit of the season, maybe the recipient will share it with you! Happy holidays! "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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