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The Perfect Pairing: Books & Wine for Mother's Day
Mother's Day is just around the corner! This Mother’s Day, why not treat the moms in your life to a little indulgence and a lot of love? A beautifully written book paired with a perfectly matched bottle of wine is more than a gift—it’s an invitation to relax, escape, and savor the moment. We’ve curated a list of book and wine pairings that speak to every kind of reader and every kind of mom. Thoughtful, personal, and delightfully unexpected, these gift ideas are sure to make her feel truly appreciated.
Murder of the Jujube Candy Heiress and a bottle of Port
Port wine is a Portuguese fortified wine produced in the Douro Valley of northern Portugal. It is typically a sweet red wine, often served with dessert, although it also comes in dry, semi-dry, and white varieties. This strong wine would pair well with a box of candy and a good true crime.
Flower Fables and a bottle of Rose
Flower Fables is a collection of illustrated fairy stories that should be read in a summer cottage garden reminiscent of Alcott's Walden Pond, a spot endearingly named Fairyland by Walden's own Henry David Thoreau, with a chilled glass of rose, like this Summer in a Bottle rose.
The Pocket Rhubarb Cookbook and a Gewurztraminer
A handy little cookbook that puts the humble rhubarb in the spotlight. Rhubarb's tartness makes it a great pairing with wines that have some sweetness, like Sauternes or late-harvest Gewürztraminer, like this B. Lovely.
Amelia Bloomer and a Merlot
Amelia Bloomer was guided by a rigid sense of morality and a Puritan work ethic but was also a force for women's rights, which is why this book would pair well with a medium-bodied, straightforward and flavorful Merlot like the 1858 (which also happens to be around the time she was making an impact).
Land of Blue Shadows and a Pinot Grigio
This book of poetry from an icon of the Smokies alongside gorgeous paintings and photography should be paired with a light, crisp wine, a wine you would drink after walking the trails of the Smokies, taking in the smells of the Fraser Firs and the Sweet Maple trees. This Corta Vigna Pinot Grigio also kind of matches the book.
Whether she prefers curling up with a page-turner or savoring a quiet moment with a glass of wine, these pairings offer the perfect way to celebrate the moms who do it all. A well-chosen book and a bottle of wine show thought, care, and a touch of indulgence—just what she deserves. No matter which combination you choose, you’ll be giving the gift of rest, joy, and a little escape. Cheers to all the incredible mothers this Mother’s Day!