Wines for Every Anniversary

One of the most meaningful traditions you can start as a couple is opening a special bottle on each anniversary. Here's how to build that into your registry.

Year 1: Pop a sparkling wine. Your first anniversary deserves bubbles. Register for a quality California sparkling or Blanc de Blancs that captures the celebratory energy of your first year.

Year 2: Open that Pinot Noir. A year of marriage under your belt, and you're settling into your rhythm. A graceful, food-friendly Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with a home-cooked anniversary dinner.

Year 3: Go bold with Cabernet. By now you've built a life together. Celebrate with something structured and complex — a Napa Cabernet that's had a few years to develop.

Year 5: Revisit a favorite. Register for two of a collection you love. Open one now, save one for year five. Tasting the same wine years apart is a beautiful way to mark time.

The key is intentionality. It doesn't matter which specific wines you choose — what matters is having bottles set aside that you'll open together, reflect on the year, and toast what's ahead.