Does Engraved Wine Bottle Actually Add Value or Feel Gimmicky?

[johngera]

I’ve been seeing more engraved bottles used for gifting.

Curious how people here feel about them, does engraving make a wine feel more special, or does it take away from the bottle itself?

Would you appreciate it, or prefer the wine untouched?

[PaulN]

Ask Anne Gros.

[Bob_Davis]

If it makes the wine taste better then I’m all for it.

[Robert_M_yers]

Scarecrow believes it adds a LOT of value

[Richard_Albert]

It collects dust
I makes the giver feel better.
If it is a bad bottle it will help you remember who gave it to you.
It provides a better grip on the bottle
It weakens the bottle.
It allows a tiny bit more intense light to penetrait
It requires you find someone with your name to regift it.
It made someone spend mo money and help our economy by giving an engraver work,