Want to say something without saying much? This is the gift that does the talking. The French Kiss is a curated romantic hamper built around a bottle of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Merlot, a smooth French red, tucked in with treats to share. You hand it over, you uncork, the rest takes care of itself. Date night in, an anniversary, a "thinking of you" that lands. We'll get it to the door, any hour.
The bottle at the heart of it is an easy one to love. Deep crimson in the glass, and the nose is all ripe red fruit. Think wild strawberry, blackberry, a little stewed plum, with a soft herby edge underneath. On the palate it's round and gentle, more cherry and red berry, with tannins so soft they barely register. Medium-bodied, nothing heavy or austere. A French red that flirts rather than lectures. Perfect when the mood is the point and you don't want to overthink the wine.
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Where the wine comes from
The bottle carries one of the most famous names in wine. Baron Philippe de Rothschild is the house behind legendary Bordeaux, but this Merlot comes from the sunnier south, the Pays d'Oc in Languedoc-Roussillon. That's the secret to the style: warm southern French sunshine gives you all that ripe, generous red fruit, while the Rothschild name keeps it polished. Serious pedigree, easy-going attitude. Exactly the kind of wine you want for a night that's about the two of you, not the label.
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- What is the price of The "French Kiss"?
The "French Kiss" is KSh 4,199 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What is The French Kiss Gift Hamper (Rothschild Merlot)?
It's a curated romantic gift hamper built around a bottle of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Merlot, a French red, paired with accompanying treats. A ready-to-give present for a date, an anniversary or a thoughtful gesture.
- What does the wine in the hamper taste like?
Soft and smooth. Deep crimson, with ripe strawberry, blackberry and plum on the nose, round red-berry fruit on the palate, gentle tannins and a medium body. An approachable French Merlot, not heavy or harsh.
- What is the ABV?
It contains alcohol and is strictly for over-18s. We don't list an exact strength for this hamper, so check the bottle label on delivery.
- How do I serve the wine?
Lightly chilled, around 16 to 18 C, in a wide red wine glass. Give it ten minutes of air after opening and the fruit really opens up.
- What pairs with it?
Red meat is the natural match. Nyama choma, steak, roast chicken or lamb all work, as do aged cheeses. For the romantic angle, a square of dark chocolate is hard to beat.
- Where is it from?
The wine is a Baron Philippe de Rothschild Merlot from the Pays d'Oc in Languedoc-Roussillon, southern France. The hamper is curated by us at Oaks & Corks.
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The "French Kiss" price in Kenya
Buy The "French Kiss" online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 4,199. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.