About Boxed Wine » Bota Box http://www.aboutboxedwine.com The Changing Shape of Wine Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:47:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 The Best Boxed Wines to Take to a Picnic http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/blog/the-best-boxed-wines-to-take-to-a-picnic/ http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/blog/the-best-boxed-wines-to-take-to-a-picnic/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:35:00 +0000 blog http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/?p=1962 Summer’s Here, Grab Your Picnic Basket and….A Box of Wine???
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Recently the San Francisco Chronicle published an article entitled “Have a Picnic With These Wines.” This article focused heavily on wines packaged in alternative formats i.e. bag-in-box, PET bottles and Tetra Paks. They mentioned that box wine is great to bring along to a picnic because of transportation conveniences and the ability for wines to be kept fresher longer.

Plus, if you and your picnic pals can’t quite polish off a box in the park, you can bring it home and it will be good for another couple of weeks!

Here are their top boxed wine picks:

2008 Black Box Wines Columbia Valley Riesling

2007 Bota Box California Cabernet Sauvignon

2008 La Petite Frog Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul de Pinet

2007 Red Truck California Red Wine


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]]> http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/blog/the-best-boxed-wines-to-take-to-a-picnic/feed/ 3 Bota Box Old Vine Zinfandel http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-old-vine-zinfandel/ http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-old-vine-zinfandel/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:06:06 +0000 wine http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/?p=1439 Note: There is a rating embedded within this post, please visit this post to rate it.

Wine in a box? You bet! Bota Box holds the equivalent of four bottles of wine and has revolutionized the way consumers now drink wine. Its name is derived from the bota bag that was popular in the 1960′s, especially with outdoor enthusiasts because of its portability and convenience. Bota Box allows consumers to drink premium California wine by the glass without worrying about waste or spoilage. Available in five popular varietals, Bota Box uses state of the art bag and tap technology that allows our award-winning wine to stay fresh for up to 45 days after opening.

Bota Box Old Vine Zinfandel Tasting Notes

Bota Box Old Vine Zinfandel is dark and jammy with aromas of blueberry, blackberry and dark cherry.  These same fruit flavors carry through to the palate where they mingle with hints of dark chocolate and toasty vanilla.

Full bodied with rich tannins, Bota Box Zinfandel is best enjoyed with hearty pasta dishes, pizza and barbecue.

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Wine Entusiast - Best Buy

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]]> http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-old-vine-zinfandel/feed/ 11 Bota Box Cabernet Sauvignon http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-cabernet-sauvignon/ http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-cabernet-sauvignon/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2008 20:29:58 +0000 wine http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/?p=386 Note: There is a rating embedded within this post, please visit this post to rate it.

Wine in a box? You bet! Bota Box holds the equivalent of four bottles of wine and has revolutionized the way consumers now drink wine. Its name is derived from the bota bag that was popular in the 1960′s, especially with outdoor enthusiasts because of its portability and convenience. Bota Box allows consumers to drink premium California wine by the glass without worrying about waste or spoilage. Available in five popular varietals, Bota Box uses state of the art bag and tap technology that allows our award-winning wine to stay fresh for up to 45 days after opening.

Bota Box Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Notes

On the nose, our Bota Box Cabernet Sauvignon has full aromas of current, blackberry, and black cherry that blend well with sweeter aromas of vanilla and toasted bread.  This medium-bodied wine has rich, well-developed flavors of cherry, blackberry and a hint of oak to compliment the fruit. 

This wine pairs perfectly with barbecue, a hearty meat stew, or pasta.

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]]> http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-cabernet-sauvignon/feed/ 1 Bota Box Chardonnay http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-chardonnay/ http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-chardonnay/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2008 20:28:01 +0000 wine http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/?p=384 Note: There is a rating embedded within this post, please visit this post to rate it.

Bota Box is perfect for that nightly glass of wine as there is no worry about waste associated with opening a whole bottle – the wine stays fresh for up to 45 days after opening. Bota Box is perfectly portable since there is no glass or corkscrews to mess with, which means that you can take it camping, hiking, boating, to picnics, at the beach, poolside, or to a barbecue. With the equivalent of 4 bottles per Bota Box which is about 20 glasses of wine, it will fit right into any event or just serving a glass for one.

Bota Box Chardonnay Tasting Notes

Our 2008 Chardonnay has a bright, golden color with aromas of tropical fruit complemented by vanilla and hazelnut.  On the palate, the wine has a full mouthfeel with flavors of pear, apple, and citrus, which lead into a long finish with a hint of oak.  

This wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif, or pairs nicely with chicken, baked or poached fishes, grilled prawns or pasta with a light cream sauce. 

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]]> http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-chardonnay/feed/ 1 Bota Box Pinot Grigio http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-pinot-grigio/ http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-pinot-grigio/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2008 20:25:50 +0000 wine http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/?p=381 Note: There is a rating embedded within this post, please visit this post to rate it.

Bota Box not only has a new, more natural look, but is environmentally friendly too! According to recent studies, Premium Bag-In-Box wines use 85% less landfill waste than traditional glass packages and has a smaller carbon footprint as well. Bota Box takes it one step further to ensure that the box is not only recyclable, but that the manufacturing of the box is green.

Bota Box Pinot Grigio Tasting Notes

This wine exhibits citrus, candy, and floral aromas that are supported by flavors of lemon, vanilla, and stone fruit in the mouth.  It has a rich texture and mouthfeel with a light mineral and ginger flavor on its extended finish giving it a refreshing quality. 

Our Bota Box Pinot Grigio perfectly with appetizers or can be enjoyed by itself as an aperitif.

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Wine in a box? You bet! Bota Box holds the equivalent of four bottles of wine and has revolutionized the way consumers now drink wine. Its name is derived from the bota bag that was popular in the 1960′s, especially with outdoor enthusiasts because of its portability and convenience. Bota Box allows consumers to drink premium California wine by the glass without worrying about waste or spoilage. Available in five popular varietals, Bota Box uses state of the art bag and tap technology that allows our award-winning wine to stay fresh for up to 45 days after opening.

Bota Box Shiraz Tasting Notes

Our 2008 Bota Box Shiraz remains true to character with complex aromas of spice, blackberry, and red cherry.  On the palate, this wine has a soft, supple mouthfeel with flavors of blueberries, spice, and oak nuances that lead into a lingering finish.

 This wine is perfect to serve with grilled meats, slightly spicy foods, or rich, ripe cheeses.

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The Weeknight Pick – Relish Magazine

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]]> http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-shiraz/feed/ 0 Bota Box Merlot http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-merlot/ http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/wine/bota-box-merlot/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:20:01 +0000 wine http://www.aboutboxedwine.com/?p=181 Note: There is a rating embedded within this post, please visit this post to rate it.

Bota Box holds the equivalent of four bottles of wine and has revolutionized the way consumers now drink wine. Its name is derived from the bota bag that was popular in the 1960′s, especially with outdoor enthusiasts because of its portability and convenience. Bota Box allows consumers to drink premium California wine by the glass without worrying about waste or spoilage. Available in five popular varietals, Bota Box uses state-of-the-art bag and tap technology that allows our award-winning wine to stay fresh for up to 45 days after opening.

Bota Box Merlot Tasting Notes

This lovely 2006 Merlot has a soft nose of plum and dark berry fruits with oak and spice nuances. On the palate the wine remains true to our style with fruit forward flavors of cherry with a hint of vanilla and toasty notes.  The finish is smooth and well-balanced making this Merlot supple and easy to drink.

Try our Merlot with roast pork or hearty meat and pasta dishes.

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