a match made in heaven

Wine and chocolate are famous for stimulating the senses. Imagine the sensation when they’re paired. The mere aroma induces the production of feel-good endorphins. This holiday, create a luxury gift basket and include delicately gilded and hand-painted chocolates from Chocolate Dreamer’s (thechocolatedreamer.com) in a dark chocolate frame or star with an inscription in white chocolate. –yvette caslin

Cabernet Sauvignon is a collector’s wine that is lively and rich. Recommendation: Le Vigne di San Domenico 2003 Price: $23.00

Port is a fortified red wine made of grape varieties that are grown specifically in northern Portugal. Recommendation: Warre’s Port Otima, 10 year old Tawny Price: $24.00

Riesling is a white grape variety that has a powerful and distinctive floral and apple-like aroma. Recommendation: Taylors 2001 St Andrews Riesling Price: $12.99