Sachi insulated wine purse: Road Test

Looking to discreetly carry a chilled bottle of wine to a party? Sachi’s chic insulated ‘wine purse’ is just the ticket.

Sachi’s chic insulated ‘wine purse’.

WHAT IS IT? Great news for stylish boozehounds! It’s a chic tote designed for discreetly carrying a bottle of wine.

SO YOU CAN SMUGGLE A BOTTLE OF SOMETHING NICE INTO A SCHOOL MUSIC CONCERT, SAY, TO TAKE THE EDGE OFF THINGS? Well, you could. But it’s more for party people ”heading out for a chic soirée”, Sachi says. It’s cleverly designed, with EVA foam insulation in the lining to keep your bottle chilled; the bag even has a leak-proof lining.

A LEAK-PROOF LINING! HANDY IF YOU NEED AN EMERGENCY WEE ON THE WAY HOME. Look, can we please not lower the tone? It’s for peace of mind in the event of a spill.

VITAL STATISTICS? It’s 36.5cm long and 15cm tall, with a quilted faux leather exterior, and comes in a range of colours (including leopardskin, nice). It has a little zipper pocket in the side, too.

ANYTHING ELSE? Yes, it’s just the thing for transporting baguettes, too. Also uncooked spaghetti.

$29.95, available online