The Good Housekeeping Institute’s panel of 10 WSET-accredited experts and consumers sampled 23 boxed white, red and rosé wines from around the world. They were on the lookout for wines that were a good representation of their grape variety. Each was assessed on its complexity, flavour and finish. For that reason, they're the perfect solution to the mid-week glass conundrum, when you don’t want to commit to finishing the whole bottle (which in contrast will only last between three to five days). When investing in a box, consider how many bottles you’re getting for the price. It can often be more cost effective to buy larger formats. Here's an easy guide: They're also an obvious choice for parties, allowing guests to happily top themselves up without worrying about corkscrews and broken glass. Whether hosting a BBQ or Christmas party, you can’t go wrong. How many bottles are in a box of wine?