VinGardeValise Grande Wine Suitcase 12-Bottle Travel Luggage TSA-Approved Durable Hard Shell Shockproof Foam Secure Bottle Protection for Enthusiasts

so this wine suitcase is built really well. While caring12 bottles of wine to France, the airlines really did a number on the suitcase and cracked it terribly. That being said, all the content of the suitcase arrived safely. We used duct tape and taped up the cracked area really well, and transported 12 bottles back from France. We expected some loss, but again, all 12 bottles survived! In addition, I contacted the company and sent them all the required information (photos, proof of payment, etc.) and they sent me a new wine suitcase! These suitcases are built super tough, protect your valuable content AND stand behind their product. Thank you VinGuard Valise! You guys are amazing! Read more

Amazing piece and something any serious collector or wine enthusiast should add to their luggage wardrobe. Full transparency before I continue. About a decade ago, I had the fortunate luck of meeting the founders at a wine event when they were just getting started and looking for funding. Back then I knew they had a winner. At the time I wanted it but didn't really have the need. That said, now i have the need. They put A LOT of thought into the design. I purchased this for a trip to Spain which I just returned from a few days ago. I wanted to purchase and bring back wines that were more exclusive and not available in the US. The mission was successful. The suitcase was even able to handle odd shaped bottles, as I brought back some Cava and all the bottles held up without issues. The suitcase arrives with foam cutouts 6 & 6 on each side as well as extra pads. The inside also includes straps to secure each side as well as external straps. No issues with TSA, not a scratch on the bag and not a single bottle broke or was damaged. My only suggestion is metal instead of plastic closures for the outside straps. Aside from that - it's a Fantastic Investment - No Regrets Read more

It is a pleasure spending money on something that is well made, does what it is supposed to and looks good doing it. This is my new favorite suitcase that gives me the option of traveling with wine or not. Why wouldn't I travel with wine??? The point is I like it a lot and and feel I got a lot of value for my money. The only thing I would improve is a way to keep the straps more tidy when it's time to open it. I would gladly buy an accessory of some type to keep the straps neat when the suitcase is opened. To be clear, I am that person that does not understand why my favorite designers have not developed a belt that does not have to be removed while clearing security at airports so let's add this to the universe suggestion box and keep waiting. Read more

This suitcase is well made and makes a great effort to look ‘normal’ and carry wine. So far nothing had broken but I will say that larger bottles (German longer bottles, sparking) and larger weight specialty bottles move around during transit. I’ve found bottles bumping each other even when tightly packed. All that said, used at least 10 times and nothing damaged! Read more

Perfect for travel! Very nice and well done! Read more

So far have used it for a long trip- WA-CA-DC-TN. And it worked great!!! Kept our wine super secure, highly recommend it!!! Read more

This rating is for the customer service the company provides after purchase. The suitcase has great internal forms for wine bottles and certainly met our needs. However, after the first use, upon claiming at baggage, we noticed one of the feet was broken off the side of the suitcase. The airline refused to pay for repair or replacement so we reached out to see if we could pay for a replacement part directly from the company. We contacted the company, initially online, via their customer service contact form then, after receiving no response for two days, with a phone call to the number on their website. Their customer service number only allows for a message to be left. That has been ignored as well. Really disappointing after spending so much on a specialty suitcase. EDIT: After WEEKS of back and forth with customer service (misnomer) we still have the wrong parts to repair our suitcase that broke after the first use. Exterior is not a structurally sound built suitcase. Read more

Purchased primarily for trips back and forth from California wine regions to Chicago. For my needs, this suitcase has worked out great. I primarily buy 750ml bottles in various red bottle formats. I have been just fine with the standard inserts sent. It would possibly be a challenge with a full case of Syrah-style bottles, but I have done trips easily with 6 mixed in with cab-style. I am adding this review 3 years after purchase because on my last trip, a combination of my forgetfulness in securing the zipper pulls and the airline’s rough handling of the bags resulted in s couple of the external parts suffering some damage. Wine was fine, mercifully. I submitted a request for replacement parts to FlyWithWine, admitting my mistake and the resulting damage. They understood the exact issue, quickly processed a warranty claim, and very promptly sent replacement parts. What really impressed me the most was that the parts were sent with the least amount of packaging necessary, and there were very clear instructions provided with a couple of simple tips on how to make it easy, and I had both problems fixed in under 5 minutes. Great customer service, and I appreciate the thoughtfulness that made the fix so easy. Read more