At the core of Bespoke Wine Collection lies the belief that wine is more than a drink—it’s an experience, a memory, and a celebration. We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Ksenia Karpenko, the visionary behind this unique company, to discover the inspiration behind her bespoke wine collections and how she crafts these tailored experiences for her clients.
The Spark Behind the Collection
Ksenia’s journey to founding Bespoke Wine Collection began with a simple promise to her nephew. Seventeen years ago, while trying to calm his mischievous energy, Ksenia promised him a special gift for his 21st birthday: a wine collection. What started as a spur-of-the-moment idea grew into something much more profound.
As Ksenia began curating wines from his birth year, she realised this was more than just a gift—it was an opportunity to teach him to appreciate the complexities of wine and mark life’s milestones in a meaningful way. Her idea became the Coming of Age Collection, featuring 21 fine wines from the vintage of a child’s birth year, to be enjoyed over time. The final bottle is reserved for their 45th birthday—a lifetime of memories and celebrations captured in each sip.
Tailoring Every Experience
Ksenia’s approach to creating bespoke wine collections is deeply personal. For her, it’s about understanding the client’s tastes, preferences, and significant moments in their life, and translating those elements into a collection that reflects their story. No two collections are alike because no two clients are the same.
She draws on her 18 years of experience in the wine industry to hand-pick wines that match not just flavour profiles but the emotions and memories tied to each occasion. Whether it’s a special birthday, an anniversary, or a gesture of love, Ksenia crafts every collection with care, ensuring that it becomes part of the recipient’s personal journey.
Celebrating Life’s Milestones
Bespoke Wine Collection is built around the idea of celebrating life’s most cherished moments. The Coming of Age Collection is just one example. Another favourite is the Wedding Collection, a series of six wines selected from the vintage year when the couple first met. Each bottle is meant to be enjoyed on milestone anniversaries—the 1st, 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, and 25th. It’s not just a gift; it’s a promise of love and celebration that unfolds over decades.
Ksenia’s ability to capture the significance of life’s moments through wine makes her collections both thoughtful and timeless. Her clients aren’t just receiving bottles of wine—they’re receiving a gift that holds meaning, emotion, and anticipation for the future.
Craftsmanship and Legacy
When asked about the parallels between the world of fine wine and other luxury industries, Ksenia highlighted craftsmanship and legacy as two essential pillars. Wine, much like art or fine craftsmanship, is deeply rooted in tradition. From the careful tending of the vines to the bottling process, every step is infused with skill passed down through generations.
For Ksenia, this sense of heritage is crucial to what makes wine so special. Each bottle tells a story, not just of the vintage but of the region, the winemaker, and the culture that shaped it. This legacy is what transforms a bottle of wine from a product into an experience.
Personalisation at Its Finest
One of the hallmarks of Bespoke Wine Collection is the deep level of personalisation Ksenia brings to each project. She works closely with her clients to ensure that every wine, every detail, and even the packaging reflects the recipient’s tastes and personality. Whether it’s a collection for a close friend or a thoughtful gesture for a significant other, Ksenia turns gift-giving into a deeply personal affair.
A standout example of this personalisation is a Milestone Collection Ksenia curated for a father’s 60th birthday. His three daughters commissioned a collection featuring wines from key moments in his life—his wedding, the birth of each daughter, his career successes, and the birth of his first grandchild. Each bottle was presented in a handcrafted wooden case with a bespoke bound book that told the story of each wine, complete with family photos and personal letters. The result was not just a gift, but a meaningful tribute to their father’s life.
The Wine Journey: A Lifestyle Choice
Ksenia offers thoughtful advice for anyone looking to explore wine as a lifestyle choice: be adventurous, invest in quality, and seek expert guidance. Much like other forms of luxury, the quality of craftsmanship plays a key role in the experience. By trusting an expert to guide the process, you ensure that each bottle is a reflection of your own tastes and aspirations.
At Bespoke Wine Collection, Ksenia’s passion for wine and dedication to her clients ensures that each collection is a journey—one that celebrates the beauty, tradition, and emotion that fine wine can bring to life.
Whether for a wedding, milestone birthday, or simply an indulgent gift, discover more about Bespoke Wine Collection here.
