I’m most fond of Rosé packaging that allows the colour of the wine to shine through. It’s done brilliantly here with a third of the front panel being transparent
Lost Poet is a brilliant piece of branding. Born of the whim of a poet, it is sure to connect with people who appreciate and contribute to this literary craft. Lost Poet entices from the label like the title on a book cover. Pick me up. Take me home. Enjoy bold thoughts in quiet moments.
There are several notable aspects of this wine label. Let’s start at the top. The name RETO is set in a classic banknote typeface. For whatever reason, this typeface is extremely popular in wine and spirits packaging. I’ve used it...
Hello!!! The package design for Hola! Brut Cava might be, on analysis, the most perfect I have ever seen. The designers clearly researched and developed a deep understanding of the product, its origins and the brand story the producer sought...
Fans of the Kate Spade fashion brand will love the Paco & Lola label. The bold black and white polka dot pattern is spot on. Even amongst the plethora of creative package designs from Spanish rivals, this one stands out. ...
As soon as I saw this label in an Instagram post from Leaning Post Winery I had to get a bottle. Damn! This label is so punk rock! That rooster! The red type blocks! Cue Sid and Johnny. Leaning Post...
Italian Modern. It may be the epitome of style but it is embraced by few in the wine industry. Most Italian producers choose instead to remain steadfast in the trappings of tradition. Perhaps it is why Talò stands out. With...
A rich pink Rosé is so beautiful in the bottle it almost sells itself. It’s hard to imagine a label could enhance its allure. Stoneleigh has achieved that with their Wild Valley Rosé. The label features a striking illustration of...
Unlike most selections for these reviews, I wasn’t searching for this wine. It found me. I was looking for some casual bubbles for a weekend afternoon and this sparkler popped off the shelf. The large G and shiny pink foil...
To many, the lowly ampersand is just a useful way to abbreviate the word “and”. For designers—type nerds as we are—they are a beautiful letterform. Often one of the most meticulously designed characters in a type set, even though they’re...
