Some very good wines can come in boxes.
Box wines are notorious for being cheap, headache-inducing, sub-par wines that a connoisseur would balk at even tasting. Certain types of box wine have risen in quality in recent years, surprising a number of experienced wine-tasting palates. According to a Feb. 2005 "On Wine" column by Seattle Wine School director Richard Kinssies in the"Seattle Post-Intelligencer," more high-quality wines are being sold in boxes, and it is not uncommon to see the very best boxed wines sell for anywhere from $20 to $40 per unit in liquor stores.
2007 From the Tank Côtes-du-Rhône Vin Rouge
According to "Best Boxed Wines" in "Real Simple" magazine online, one of the best box wines on the market is the Côtes-du-Rhône red wine by From the Tank. Straight from the South of France, this box wine blends Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan grapes, giving it a good flavor, which can be enjoyed over a large, lavish meal. It is good with meat which has been grilled, like steaks or sausages, and costs about $40 for a 3-liter box. According to the company's website, the bag-in-box packaging keeps the wine fresh for up to a month -- even after it's been opened -- so it can even be savored one glass at a time.
2008 Fish Eye Pinot Grigio
Also sold as a bottled wine, the Eye Pinot Grigio comes in a box and is a moderately priced bottle of California white. This wine is light and fruity and can be stored in the fridge for a long period of time, as it is most tasty when served cold. The 2008 Fish Eye Pinot Grigio goes best with spicy Asian food, like Chinese or Thai, and with light pasta dishes. This boxed wine goes for around $15 to $20 for 3 liters.
2007 Black Box Wine California
Black Box was the first company to put premium California red and white wines into boxes. Their merlot is soft and velvety and goes well with a wide variety of foods, according to "Real Simple." A 2010 taste test of the company's malbec by The Wine Compass found the boxed wine to have little acidity with a smooth finish. These boxed wines are reliable and upscale enough to be served to guests. They cost around $25 for a 3-liter box.
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