Tips on Packing Wine for a Picnic
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at 02:00PM 
I write a weekly column that runs on Wednesdays for the Chicago Tribune RedEye titled Bottle Service. In today's column, I offer tips on packing wine for a picnic.
ADD SOME WINE TO YOUR PICNIC
A glance at the calendar reminds us that September is lurking around the corner, which should provide us with enough incentive to make the most of these final weeks of the summer season. And what could be a more perfect summer activity than a picnic? If you're planning to pack a bottle of wine in your basket, here a few tips to keep in mind.
Check the Policy
No sense in going through the trouble of packing the perfect bottle of wine for your picnic only to discover alcohol is prohibited at your outdoor venue, so check the BYOB policy beforehand.
Keep it cool
If you don't want to bother schlepping a cooler filled with ice, pop a couple of plastic water bottles in your freezer. You can nestle the frozen bottles next to your white, sparkling and rose wines to keep them nice and cool. You also can use plastic zip-top bags or ice packs.
Screw caps are convenient
Try to select wines with a screw cap, leaving you with one less this to pack. Screw-cap bottles also are easily re-sealed, ensuring zero spillage on your picnic blanket if the bottle gets knocked over.
Glasses
Nothing against those red plastic cups, but if given the choice, I like to pack real glassware. Unfortunately, this can be cumbersome and many outdoor spaces prohibit the use of glass. I have discovered polycarbonate glasses that look and feel like the real thing. Best of all, they're almost indestructible, so you don't have to worry about breakage and they can be reused. You can purchase polycarbonate barware from Target, Williams-Sonoma and Crate and Barrel.
Invest in a Wine Tote
If you take wine on picnics fairly often, it's probably worth it to get a proper wine tote. A basic tote will accommodate one or two bottles, an ice pack and a wine opener. You also can use an old backpack, large purse or messenger bag.
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