Apothic Wine Is Giving Away a $5,000 Luxury Valentine's Date—Everything to Know
- - Apothic Wine Is Giving Away a $5,000 Luxury Valentine's Date—Everything to Know
Kelly BryantFebruary 6, 2026 at 11:05 PM
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When it comes to love, opposites really do have a way of finding each other. Maybe you're the type who's always planning the next hike, trying a new restaurant, or saying yes to whatever's out there waiting to be explored. Meanwhile, your partner is perfectly happy spending the weekend chasing the next level, the next mission, or the next big win in whatever game has their full attention at the moment.
Different vibes, different hobbies, and yet somehow it works (well, most of the time). And chances are, there's at least one thing you can both agree on, like maybe a good glass of wine.
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This Valentine’s Day, Apothic (you know them—likely your go-to wine because it's available everywhere) is leaning into the very real reality that love and gaming don't always share the same schedule. Through Feb. 8, couples can enter Apothic’s Designated Player experience by submitting a quick 30–60 second video explaining what winning would mean for them, their relationship, and yes, the gaming squad.
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The twist? Significant others are encouraged to enter on their partner’s behalf, making it feel less like a battle for attention and more like a team effort.
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What's Up For Grabs?
One lucky couple will score a seriously dreamy Valentine's Day package valued at over $5,000, complete with a luxury hotel stay, room service and cash for a night out. Meanwhile, back in gamer land, the action doesn't stop. While the winner steps away for romance, their avatar is taken over by gamer Timmy2Cans, keeping the gameplay rolling and the squad happy. It's basically the ultimate compromise. You're getting quality time with zero guilt and a Valentine’s Day where everyone wins.
Wine has a funny way of leveling the playing field in this case. Which is exactly why this contest is such a clever idea. It nudges couples to step away from their screens (hey, you put down your phone, too), reconnect IRL, and remember that sometimes the best moments happen when you hit pause together.
If you want to be in the running to win, you have to enter by Sunday, Feb. 8. Yes, that's Super Bowl Sunday (which causes another host of conflicting priorities), but that's your deadline to get your video submission in. Make your video, hit submit, and may the odds be ever in your favor.
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This story was originally published by Parade on Feb 7, 2026, where it first appeared in the Food & Drink section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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