7 Best Wines to Gift Mom This Mother's Day

Pick #1: A Trio of Wine in Wood Case

Sometimes, more is more! Especially when they come in a stylish wood case. 

You can give her a variety of wines (red, white and rosé) in a special gift set we made specifically with this occasion in mind: Mom's Favorite Wine Trio in Wood Case. It’s an impressive presentation with equally impressive wines inside, including a premium Provence rosé, a California Cabernet Reserve and boutique Pinot Grigio. If she prefers pink, you can give her a Perfect Provence Rosé Wine 3-Bottle Gift Set.

Pick #2: Sparkling Wine

Moms make us feel special from age zero on up, so it’s only right we should share a special toast on their big day. Here’s how you can pick a sparkling wine that’s sure to please their palate and match the occasion. 

If your mom likes her sparkling wine fresh and fruity, go for a Prosecco. Il Papavero Prosecco is a delightful choice. It’s light and fresh with bright apple, pear and sometimes even ripe peach flavors. But Italy’s famous fizz isn’t their only one. Many of the locals prefer sparkling Ribolla Giala, a wine made in the Charmat Method as well (which preserves the fresh fruity character) that often has a little more texture and complexity. You can share one with your mom on Mother’s Day in the perfect package with our Italian Sparkling Wine in a Heart Engraved Wood Box. 

What if your mom likes a richer, layered bubbly? You can’t go wrong with a bottle of Champagne. Because of the way it’s aged (in the Traditional Method), Champagne’s fresh apple and citrusy flavors are accented by notes of toast, bread or brioche. Our top pick is Champagne Brigitte Delmotte Réserve. It’s a stunning cuvée from mega-talented, fifth-generation winemaker Julien Fourrier and his family’s small, 170-year-old estate in the trendy Côte des Bar region. The best part? This true labor of love bears the maiden name of his dear mom, Brigitte. 

For more delicious bubbly options, browse our entire sparkling wine collection.

Pick #3: Rosé

Does your mom love to turn a meal into an event? Is going out to brunch the best part of her weekend? 

Chances are, she’ll also appreciate a stylish rosé from pink wine central, Provence. Not only do the wines have a beautiful color, they are extremely versatile and food-friendly, pairing well with a wide variety of foods at brunch, lunch and beyond. And they’re great for sipping on their own, too, offering nuanced notes of strawberry, raspberry, lemon peel, white peach and wild herb notes. Our top pick is Maison Maillet’s top cuvée from the tiny, world-renowned village of Bandol on the coast in Provence. 

But there are many pink options beyond Provence. Field of Stones Marlborough Rosé is a similarly pale, bone-dry delight from a top winery in New Zealand, and ROC Clairet is a refreshing, darker-hued style of rosé from Bordeaux.

Keep perusing our rosé wine selections and find something Mom is sure to love. 

Pick #4: Pinot Noir

Does your mom prefer a classic red? Pinot Noir is a perfect starting point for your search. 

Pinot Noir is famously tricky to grow. It takes extra monitoring in the vineyard and a light touch in the winery to achieve something special. If you ask us, that’s a great metaphor for all the careful considerations moms take when raising us!

In the glass, Pinot Noir is light with a silky texture and delicate red-fruit flavors. At the fore of the palate, it offers cherry, raspberry and strawberry flavors. But the best have layers of complexity, revealing gentle spice and earthy undertones. Burgundy is home to the most sought-after Pinot Noirs and the very best come from special vineyards in the region, like our top selection, Julien Bouchard Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru. 

But you don’t have to spend big in Burgundy to get a great bottle of exquisite Pinot Noir. Top estates in Oregon’s Willamette Valley can achieve similar ethereal complexity. For us, no one does it better than the Momtazi family. Their vineyards are farmed biodynamically (beyond organic) by its founder, Moe, and produce pure-fruited grapes, which his daughter, Tahmiene, transforms into their nuanced, concentrated and absolutely delicious Momtazi Family Estate Pinot Noir. 

Plus, there are even more great Pinot Noir picks in our range, from perfectly ripe Sonoma classic Fleur de Lys by DeLoach Pinot Noir to Schroeder Estate Patagonia Pinot Noir, a charming selection from Argentina’s extreme southern region.

Pick #5: A Classic White

Some moms just love a classic white wine. In that case, get a great example of her favorite grape variety, whether it’s Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. 

If your mom enjoys zesty, refreshing wines, Sauvignon Blanc is the way to go. You could get a classic Sancerre from the Reverdy family, which provides ample citrus, minerality and overall refreshment, or something a little more exuberant, with a zippy New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, like James Macdonald’s fresh, tropical-fruited white, The Jumper.  

For moms who prefer something a little richer and more rounded, Chardonnay is a classic favorite. Styles can range from crisp and unoaked to creamy and complex, often with flavors of apple, peach, vanilla and toasted nuts. A beautiful option is Le Champ des Etoiles Chardonnay from southern France. It strikes a lovely balance between fresh orchard fruit and subtle richness, making it incredibly food-friendly and delicious on its own.

And if your mom leans toward light, delicate wines, Pinot Grigio is always a safe and stylish pick. Typically crisp and clean, it offers notes of green apple, pear and citrus with a refreshing finish. Capisco Pinot Grigio is a fantastic example, delivering bright fruit flavors and an easy-drinking charm that’s perfect for brunch, light lunches or relaxing in the sunshine.

There are plenty more whites that will wow. Shop them all here.

Pick #6: Sweet Wine

If your Mom likes her wine as sweet as she is, then this is the section for you. 

Moscato is a lightly sweet wine made from the Moscato (aka Muscat) grape, known for peach, apricot, and floral aromas. It’s also naturally lower in alcohol, which makes it a nice fit for the mom who’d rather end the meal with something sweet and easygoing than reach for a dry, serious bottle. A chilled glass works well with fruit tarts, lemon cakes, and berry desserts.

If you want something richer and more special, look for a world-class selection in our dessert wines. Sauternes is the famous sweet wine of a small village in Bordeaux crafted from grapes with noble rot, which naturally concentrates their flavors and sugars, leading to a wine with a racing acidity and incredibly layered, complex notes of honey, apricot and toasted nuts. Our favorite selection, L'Épiphanie de Sauternes (half bottle), comes top-secret from a renowned estate in the region.

Both these wines are great as part of a Mother’s Day wine gift basket built around lighter sweets. So, find the perfect sweet wine (and maybe start shopping for chocolates, too.)

Pick #7: Organic or Low-Alcohol Wine

Does your mom really read labels and care about how products she consumes are made? Consider a wine made with organically grown grapes. Selva del Moro Chianti Classico is an incredible red wine made by Ada and Arrigo Andrighetti (a mother-son team) at their 12th-century estate in Tuscany. Our top pick in white is w/o Lucido, a refreshing find from Sicily. Bonus: It’s bottled in 100% recycled glass bottles.

Or maybe mom likes the social experience of sharing a drink, but leans toward healthier options and wants something that feels a little lighter in the glass. Low-alcohol wine is made in a lighter style with less alcohol, while still keeping real flavor and character in the glass.

Organic wine makes more sense for the mom who cares how the grapes were grown and how the bottle was made. Low-alcohol wine is usually the better fit for the mom who wants to keep things in moderation. A crisp organic white or rosato works nicely for lunch, while a low-alcohol Prosecco or spritz suits an easygoing afternoon.

Still looking? There are more than a dozen options in our special Mother’s Day Wine Gifts collection.