Wine in a Box

Boxed wine has never had a good reputation, synonymous with poor quality. Too bad…the concept itself is great. The reduced packaging, production and transport costs are cheaper; the plastic bladder in tetra-packs prevents oxygenation and the pressure to finish a whole bottle; they’re environmentally friendly (renewable, recyclable and biodegradable) and they eliminate the possibility of “corked” wine. Although they’re not great for wine that needs aging, most boxed wine is meant for immediate consumption. Originating in Australia, the packaging is now all around the world. Some decent ones are out there. For best results look for those that have a vintage date, grape variety and/or specific appellation on the package.