Luxe Wine Bag

The Luxe Wine Bag is a carrier for bottles, made by Esplanda. It is store merchandise, not a wine. Its job is to get a bottle from the shelf to the table without clinking, slipping or leaving a bare neck exposed on the way. Bags in this category usually hold one standard 750 ml bottle upright. Check the product photos or the listed dimensions to confirm the fit before buying, especially for magnums or bottles with wide shoulders, such as many sparkling wines. Carrying a bottle well matters more than it seems. A bag with a closed top and a sturdy handle keeps a bottle from rolling around in a car boot or knocking against keys and bags. It also covers the label and capsule from scuffs. For a bottle you are bringing as a gift, a bag like this lets you hand it over presentably without separate wrapping. For a bottle you are taking to a dinner, it makes the journey easier. Keep a few handling points in mind. A bag of this type is for transport, so it is not a substitute for a chiller or cellar. Take a bottle straight from the fridge and it will warm in the bag over a long trip, so it is best for short journeys or bottles that are already at serving temperature. If a bottle has been chilled, wipe off condensation before you put it in, because a damp bag can mark labels. Stand the bottle upright rather than flat, particularly for screwcap or sparkling bottles, to reduce the chance of leaks and pressure on the closure. When the bag is empty, it should fold or store flat in a drawer or the boot, ready for the next bottle. Storage and care instructions depend on the material, so follow any guidance on the product itself.