Wine drinkers – the future is now! Gone are the days where wine in a bag received the scorn of your friendship circle. Now, pouch wines are increasing in quality as evidenced by new kid on the block – Tote Wines. Tote Wines has been invented to provide discerning drinkers with an easy-to-transport option, ditching the heavy glass bottles for ease of movement from picnic to party. The totes are quick to chill, and boast a carbon footprint one fifth the size of a glass bottle. Each pouch is recyclable and lightweight, making it easy to stuff in a backpack or picnic hamper.

Currently two options are available for purchase in cartons of six 1.5-litre pouches – a Barossa Valley shiraz and an Eden Valley sauvignon blanc. The shiraz reportedly boasts some stellar chocolate undertones, with a peppery intensity and spicy mid palate, while the sauvignon blanc offers a fresh aroma of lemon and lime with a zesty pear finish. In the coming months Tote Wines will be releasing a divine rosé variety and will also allow single pouch purchases. If you are eager to get your hands on a few Tote Wines before your next social engagement, head online and order a bunch quick smart.