How to Travel Safely with Your Wine
Bringing a bottle (or two) of your favorite wine on a trip? Sure, traveling with wine takes a little extra care. There are common challenges like breakage, temperature changes, and security concerns, but with the right gear and a few smart packing tips, you can keep your wine safe and ready to pour when you arrive.
Packing Wine for a Road Trip
If you’re hitting the road, your wine is along for the ride, literally. It’s important to keep your bottles cushioned to prevent them from breaking during travel. And on a hot, sunny day, be sure to keep them out of direct sunlight or a warm car for too long — heat can spoil your wine before you even get to enjoy it.
Of course, we all want our wine to arrive just as perfect as when we packed it. The Vin Fresco Wine Backpack is built for exactly that. It can hold two wine bottles, safely secured in padded, dedicated compartments to keep them cushioned and prevent clinking or breaking on bumpy roads.
Design-wise, it’s spacious, lightweight and super comfortable to carry, thanks to its backpack style — no more awkward, uneven weights on your shoulders. So when you spot a scenic overlook or decide to stop by a winery or picnic spot, grabbing your wine is no hassle at all.
And the best part? It comes with two matching wine tumblers. You can also stash accessories like a corkscrew, snacks, or other personal items in the front pocket.
Flying with Wine
Bringing wine on a flight? Totally doable, but it comes with a few extra challenges, especially with liquid restrictions in carry-ons. While you can’t bring full bottles through security, you can safely pack them in your checked luggage. Be sure to use padded, leak-proof protectors like a JetBag, and wrap bottles in clothes for extra cushioning.
Pro tip: Pack them in the center of a hard-shell suitcase for the best protection — no one wants a suitcase full of cabernet-soaked clothes.
Did you know you can sometimes check a whole case of wine for free? 🍷
Airlines’ Wine Flies Free™ program lets Mileage Plan members check up to 12 bottles for free when flying from select wine regions. Yep, no extra fees. Just be sure to pack it properly and follow their guidelines.
More Travel Tips
- Check regulations: Always double-check airline, customs, and local rules before traveling with wine. Each country (and airline) can be a little different.
- Let wine rest: After a long, bumpy journey, give your wine a little time to settle before opening it. It’ll taste better, promise.
- Label as fragile: Mark your bag “Fragile” and use a protective case or backpack to encourage gentler handling.
Final Thoughts
Traveling with wine doesn’t have to be stressful. With a little planning and the right gear, you can safely bring your favorite bottles along for the ride — whether it’s by road, air, or anywhere in between.
Here’s to stress-free trips and enjoying your favorite wine safely, no matter where you go. 🍷