Friendship is Wine + a Cute BATB Giftbag

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Thanks to the friend I had dinner with a few weeks ago for the super cute Disney-style Beauty and the Beast gift bag and bottle of Storyteller wine. 

I love the thoughtfulness of the themed wine to go with a one-of-kind wrapping.  I'll have to gift another themed wine back. 

Cheers to you, Friend!






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