No better time to offer box wine than the holiday party season. Its affordable, widely available and eco-friendly.

One of the easiest drinkers on the shelf is The Naked Grape. Fresh, fruit-forward flavors in reds, whites and blends are available in box or bottle. The California Cabernet Sauvignon is a smooth and savvy dry red with notes of blackberry, black cherry and vanilla.

One box equals four bottles. But unlike opened bottles, the "bag in box" delivery system keeps wine fresh for 30 days. And when you're finished, the box is 100% recyclable.

The Naked Grape is one of over 60 labels from E.J. Gallo Winery in California. It's one of the oldest and largest family owned wine producers in the U.S. Brothers Ernest and Julio brought their grape clippings from Italy to Modesto, California in the early 1930's. Since then the business has always had someone from the family making sure that same quality and care continues. Gallo appreciates the future too, pioneering production methods and marketing tools from vineyard to shelf.

Reminds me of the Broad Ripple Gazette. Alan continues to share the history of the village while highlighting the present and preparing for the future as we transition from a printed paper to on-line editions. I'll continue to contribute and share my adventures in wine and the arts. I hope you will too. Buy a box, enjoy a glass and read along as we give a CHEERS to more years of the Broad Ripple Gazette.