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From fine wine to the latest in digital media, this follow-up to our 2008 holiday gift guide contains items that will dazzle the recipient . . . even if it's a gift for yourself.

A Vintage Gift: Ceja Vineyards Pinewood Gift Box
This striking gift box holds three bottles of premium wine from Napa Valley's Ceja Vineyards. Choose any combination of its 10 current wines. Company president Ameila Ceja, one of the few Hispanic women in the wine industry, suggests at least one red and one white wine, such as the winery's Sonoma Carneros Pinot Noir 2005 or Vino de Casa White 2006. The family-owned winery uses sustainable agriculture to produce well-balanced, food-friendly wines ($20, wine sold separately, CejaVineyards.com).

The New Way To Read: Kindle
It may read like a newspaper, but the Kindle by Amazon provides an entirely new daily news experience. Instead of carrying around bulky newspapers, take them on the go with this high-resolution handheld gadget that is thinner than most books and weighs only 10.3 ounces. The device wirelessly downloads your subscriptions to premier newspapers and magazines, including Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Time, and Forbes. You can also use the wireless network to buy books from the Kindle Store, read popular blogs, and access Wikipedia. One of the hottest items of the season, Amazon is already reporting Kindle shortages--so best wishes in getting hold of one ($359, Amazon.com).

Around the World in Four Books: Zagat Executive Box Set 2009
Now celebrating its 30th year, the Zagat guide began with a review of New York City restaurants drawn from the survey responses of 100 people. Zagat continues with its original premise -- that the collective opinions of consumers can be more accurate than that of a single critic -- in this 2009 edition Executive Box Set. Perfect for the world-traveler, the keepsake box set contains 2008/2009 World's Top Restraunts, 2008/2009 World's Top Hotels, Resorts & Spas, 2009 London Eat, Drink, Stay, Play, and the new Hong Kong/Shanghai/Beijing ($75, Zagat.com).

Wall Street on Your Desk: StockCast
Watch the action on Wall Street while you work with the StockCast Wireless Stock Market Tracker. The device uses a free wireless service to track the Dow, NASDAQ, and S&P 500, with updates every 15 minutes. Toggle through the day's data, which is displayed in graphs of the latest numbers. Easy to use even for beginners, the device configures itself and has a clock that automatically adjusts to the current time. The StockCast has a magnetic backing, so it's not limited to sitting on a desk ($49.99, Brookstone).

Business Travel Accessories 2.0: SwissMemory Laser Pointer Flight
While this Swiss Army tool doesn't actually have a knife (making it airport safe) it does have the equipment to keep you prepared for an office emergency. This pocket-sized device comes with a key ring, so the farthest it can get from you is the trinkets plate at security. Back up 1 or 2GB of important data on the USB memory drive, then swivel it back in to use the laser pointer or ball point pen. Make your gift unique by adding an engraving ($73.95 for 1GB, $101.95 for 2GB, Swiss Knife Shop).

Not Just a Desk Ornament: Executive Collection Clock and Desk Set
From the maker of the first line of diamond wristwatches comes a gift that is at once beautiful and practical. Bulova's Executive Collection Clock and Desk Set includes a clock, a pen, a letter opener, and a business card holder. The set is made from gold-tone brass and high-gloss black lacquer, and comes in an equally luxurious mahogany presentation case. This solid-wood box is topped with a brass engraving plate, which gives this gift a personal touch ($150, Bulova.com).