The Connoisseur currently operates retail stores within upscale strip malls. These stores feature premium wines and champagnes with personalized messages printed on each label, packed in handsome wooden gift boxes. In addition to the wines under The Connoisseur label, an extensive collection of "top-of-the-line" brand wines are also offered. Where permitted by law, the franchised stores also include a tasting area where wine tastings are offered and wine education and classes can be conducted.

Over the past 30 years, The Connoisseur has established a reputation for high standards of quality and sophistication in wine selections and has an excellent relationship with many leading wineries in California. The Connoisseur wines have been carefully selected from outstanding wineries in both Northern and Southern California.

Gifts are available in 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 6-, 12- and 24-bottle assortments, and in a broad price spectrum to fit any budget. The unique and creative product line is constantly being evaluated and updated to meet the consumer's needs.

The Connoisseur's distinctive packaging of rustic wooden boxes, surrounding fine wines and champagnes, crystal stemware and gourmet food items, are made exclusively for The Connoisseur. In addition to the personalized label on the bottle, each gift has a label with the recipient's name and a personalized gift card echoing the sentiment on the bottle.

The Connoisseur's proprietary software system allows for easy and immediate customer service. Scanning and digitizing of company logos and pictures adds another important dimension to the program. All levels of the program are linked together with a sophisticated networking system, where customers' orders are transferred between stores making The Connoisseur the "FTD" of the wine business.

Mail, phone and FAX orders are accepted and orders are processed within 24 hours. Alcohol laws are constantly changing. Please call your nearest store for shipping information. Once the franchise system is in place in most states, The Connoisseur will have the unique distinction of being able to offer delivery to all states in the network, where permitted by law, without shipping across state lines because we forward the order to that particular state where the order is filled.

For almost three decades, The Connoisseur has enjoyed being the perfect answer to gift-giving needs for countless individuals as well as businesses and professional people. The uniqueness of the gifts has attracted customers from across The United States. The Connoisseur gift leaves a lasting impression, whether it is business or personal. Perfect for all seasons, all tastes and all occasions, it carries with it a message of warmth, good will and appreciation.

For more information about opening your own franchise location of The Connoisseur, please contact us at:

The Connoisseur Franchise Corporation
2275 West 25th Street, Suite 205
San Pedro, CA 90732
TEL (310) 514-8709
Toll Free (888) 359-4277
e-mail info@giftsofwine.com