Blind Date with a Bottle
A surprise wine experience for the curious, the indecisive, and the romantics at heart.
Tired of staring at endless wine options and second-guessing your choice? Overwhelmed by jargon, ratings, or the fear of choosing a bottle you won’t love? Blind Date with a Bottle takes the pressure off — and brings the magic back into wine.
Each Blind Date includes a hand-selected, high-quality bottle from our curated shop — wrapped to keep its identity a mystery — plus three ritual cards to guide your experience:
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The Reveal: Unwrap the story behind the bottle, including the winemaker, region, and tasting notes.
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The Ritual Date: A guided moment of intention to slow down and savor the bottle with presence.
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The Pairings: Mood, food, and mystic pairings (including a tarot + zodiac nod) to set the scene.
These wines aren’t random. They’re chosen for their integrity, their intrigue, and their ability to surprise and delight. You won’t know who you’re meeting until you pop the cork — but that’s half the fun.
This is for you if:
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You want to discover new wines without decision fatigue
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You love surprise and ritual as part of your drinking experience
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You’re building your palate but don’t want the snobbery
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You’re looking for a unique wine gift with storytelling built in
Perfect for date nights, self-care evenings, or adventurous sippers.
Wine should feel like a discovery — not a test. Let us set you up.
Dating Profile Insights:
The Flirtatious Wildcard (White Wine): Looking for someone who can keep up. I'm electric, a little salty, and love to make a splash. I'm always moving, always buzzing, always leaving you wanting more. I go best with oysters, beach bonfires, and spontaneous road trips. If you’ve never met someone like me before… good.
The Soft Spoken Poet (Red Wine): I'm not flashy — I’m real. I care more about substance than status. I’m all forest walks, old records, and worn-in sweaters that smell like smoke and violets. I'm gentle, earthy, and maybe a little romantic (okay, a lot romantic). I pair well with cozy nights, roast chicken, and slow conversations.
The Rebel with a Past (Red Wine): Old soul. New perspective. I was born in rugged hills under the warm sun, and I’ve got stories to tell. I’m dark and juicy, with a spicy side — think ancient myths and dive bar jukeboxes. I'm not for everyone, but if you're into mystery, depth, and breaking the rules, we’ll get along just fine.
The Charming Heartbreaker (Rosé Wine): I'm sunshine with a secret. Sweet on the surface, but don’t underestimate me. I’ve got layers — fresh fruit, crisp wit, and just enough sass to keep you guessing. I'm your summer fling that turns into something more. Bring me to brunch, poolside hangs, or your next rooftop confession.
We offer local delivery in the Santa Barbara area and are currently offering shipping to the following states: California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and Idaho. If you are interested in shipping to a different location please reach out to as - gather@joinblackthorn.com - and we will see what magic we can work for you.