it. Chardonnay

It's a dangerous business, wine in a box.

I have a new one on my table kitchen table - a 2009 Lodi Reserve Chardonnay named "it." whose volume equals four bottles at roughly $4.50 each. I thought the box would make an unimposing addition to my apartment's decor, but the box haunts and taunts me. it. eyes me as I make my morning coffee, as I work at my desk, as I come in the door from a bike ride - and always it. bullies me with its, "C'mon - you know you want to open me. Just for a glass. It's noon somewhere and, anyway, I'm protected from oxidation and spoiling by my unique plastic-sack interior that shrinks with every sip you take, keeping me away from the air and always fresh."

In other words, I have wine on tap. Awesome. I cracked it. this evening to find a bright and estery wine, alive with sharp and nosey aromas. It. tastes of cider, vanilla, apricot, and tropical fruits. A very round and soft wine, and a worthy buy.

The package says I have a month before it. spoils, now that it.'s been opened. I give it. a week before it.'s gone, though. Speaking of which, has anyone yet addressed the etiquette issue of bringing a box of wine to a party? Because this is four bottles' worth; can I bring the box home with me when I leave without looking tacky?

Opinions are welcomed. I'll be sipping.