Holiday Gifting Guide 2023: The Best Wine Tote Bags
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It's my second to last Holiday Gifting Guide for 2023, so I had to bring you a category that makes way more sense than any of you really understand until you're headed to multiple dinner parties per week and need to up your wine tote game! I have the feeling you'll want to gift one and buy one for yourself, whichever you choose! Show up to the party in style, THEN show off what wines you brought. It's a double win. Here are my picks for the best Wine Tote Bags to give as gifts in 2023:
Courtesy of Panier
PANIER was founded by wine industry vet Nic Bradley, who brings 20+ years of experience in senior leadership roles in dining rooms across the country, including Per Se, The Modern, as well as heading up wine import and distribution in the tri-state area for Wilson Daniels, and Dhruv Singh, entrepreneur and Managing Partner of DEWS Holdings. The cofounders have assembled a world-class board – renowned Sommeliers Andre Mack and Belinda Chang, Alexandra Schrecengost and Chad Mellen, former senior executive at Tumi, Coach, and Founder of Knack.
"I had a catastrophic event when my wine bag at the time failed when getting off the subway, breaking priceless bottles of mid-century Gran Reserva Rioja. This was all before a seminar with the owner of the winery. Thus PANIER was born. It was my mission to build the perfect wine bag, and never have this happen to anyone again.” – Nic Bradley, Founder
PANIER makes a versatile wine carrier bag that is chic, sleek and functional. Originally designed to serve wine industry professionals, PANIER bags seamlessly blend technical performance with modern design, making it easier to transport bottles of wine (perfect for a nice dinner out, fall picnic, celebratory party, and more). The Luca 4 Bottle Carrier can also be used as an everyday tote or briefcase, making a unique and versatile gift for men and women, colleagues or friends, and family of all ages (21+) alike.
“As a Sommelier, I’m experiencing wine with all of my senses, and that experience often starts when a rep first walks through the door. The quality and craftsmanship behind PANIER tells me this person cares deeply about how they are representing their brands– it sends a signal of a certain level of thoughtfulness and passion. I’ve never seen a bag quite like it that marries the functional needs for our industry with the design ethos.” – André Hueston Mack, Sommelier
Courtesy of Wine Enthusiast
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Take your wine with you in style with new and improved forest green waxed canvas wine bag. With thicker insulation and a larger ice-pack for better cooling, this 6 bottle bag is perfect for a weekend getaway. Now with higher walls to better accommodate tall and oversize bottles, so you won't have to leave the Alsatian bottles at home any longer!
Dimensions: 11"W x 7"D x 13"H
Courtesy of Vinarmour
In 2016, Vinarmour Founder Brian Hart and his partner Heather were visiting Napa Valley, and wanted to fly back home with a unique bottle they purchased at a tasting. As the bottle would be packed alongside some rather expensive clothing and personal electronics in their luggage, they needed a wine travel bag they could trust. They visited dozens of wine shops, tasting rooms, and retail outlets up and down Napa Valley and couldn’t find anything that could offer worry-free protection. Hard cases took up too much room in their suitcase, and a waste of space when empty. Heavy bubble-wrap style or neoprene wine bags could easily puncture and leak. That wasn’t acceptable. Brian knew that there had to be a better way to travel with a bottle – a wine carrier that was soft, compact, and unquestionably protective.
Stylishly designed to accommodate three single bottles with a handsome foldable leather insert, ensuring elegant yet optimum protection. Also crafted for the purpose of holding two Vinarmour Wine Carriers, this tote’s sturdy construction can withstand over 100lbs of weight, making it multi-functional for various needs and guaranteeing lifelong use and durability. The interior seams are industrial-stitched and reinforced to handle maximum stress. Side grommets positioned on the sides allow easy attachment or detachment of the Vinarmour Shoulder Harness (sold separately). Versatile, sturdy and durable, this wine tote bag is an ideal accessory for wine lovers bringing more than one bottle.
?Legendary durability with Horween? leather and Halley Stevensons Scottish Waxed Canvas
?Elegant 2 or 3- bottle leather separator stores flat when not in use.
?Engineered and designed to carry loads in excess of 100lbs.
?Hands-free carry with optional Shoulder Harness accessory.
?Made in USA with lifetime guarantee.
Williams & Sonoma
The Sonoma Wine Tote is a dividable, insulated wine cooler bag built with handsome khaki-brown distressed waxed-cotton canvas, dark brown straps and buckles, and a deluxe mini picnic table perfect for wine and cheese for two. Attract the admiration of your fellow picnickers with this classic and timeless wine bag.
- Insulated waxed canvas with leatherette closing straps and an adjustable fabric shoulder strap.
- Side-loading wine bottle storage.
- Includes two stemless wine glasses, a bottle stopper, a dual-lever corkscrew, and an acacia wood snack table.
- Insulated Cooler: 12 1/2"L x 4 3/4"W x 11 1/2"H.
- Stemless Wine Glasses: 2 1/2"diam., 3 1/2" high; 8-oz. cap.
- Folding Table: 11"L x 11"W x 4"H.
- Bottle Stopper: 1 3/4" diam., 1 1/2" high.
- Dual Leverage Corkscrew: 4 1/2" long.
- Weight: 3.5 lb.
Courtesy of PortoVino
Discreetly take your wine (or any beverage) anywhere you go using the hidden beverage pouch. Pouring spout is stored behind the designer flap.
Fashionable PortoVino wine purse is fully functional and can be used daily with or without the beverage pouch. Your friends will love it! Bring wine or any beverage of Your choice with the easy to fill party pouch with spout, no glass bottles
Keep your drinks chilled and hidden in the secret zippered compartment designed for storing your beverage pouch. Conveniently hold all your things in the main lined compartment and side pockets - just like a regular messenger bag or purse.
Save hundreds of dollars by bringing your own drinks wherever you go. This messenger bag/purse will pay for itself. It's also the perfect gift for any wine lover!
Holds two bottles of wine (1.5L)
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