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Wine Decanter

A Wine decanter produces a magic process in wine.  The process of decanting a wine unlocks the tasteful potential of wine.  When the wine is presenting in a closed bottle the wine is in a closed state.  It has been in a long rest without oxygen.  During the aging process this is a good thing.  Depriving the oxygen from wine in aging helps along the grapes transformation from just grape juice to a great wine.  When the bottle is opened the wine is allowed to breath oxygen and return from a closed state.  In the beginning when the bottle is opened the aromatics are somewhat reserved hiding the depth of the flavor of the wine.

Riedel 43-oz. Crystal Ultra Wine Decanter
Riedel 43-oz. Crystal Ultra Wine Decanter

Riedel's Ultra Decanter combines sophistication and elegance. Its shape allows aeration, the release of flavors and aromas, which enhance the attributes of your wine by exposing it to oxygen. This piece is designed with a comfortable grip for graceful pouring. It is the perfect addition to any wine collection. Crafted from lead crystal in Austria. Decanting old wines, just a few moments before they are served, helps to ensure that the wines' clarity and brilliance are not obscured by any deposit that may have developed over time. Decanting young wines several hours before they are served gives the wine a chance to bloom and attain a stage of development that normally requires years of aging.

A Wine Decanter wakes up the wine increasing its flavor.  W wine decanter does this by increasing the surface for which oxygen can mix with the wine.  This process is called oxidation.  Although during the aging process oxidation should be avoided at all cost.

Riedel ""O"" Series Crystal Wine Decanter
Riedel ""O"" Series Crystal Wine Decanter

From Austria, this elegant wine decanter is made of lead crystal and offers a unique way in which to serve your wine. At the bottom of the decanter is an indentation where your thumb can be placed. With your thumb resting there, use your other fingers to grasp the bottom of the decanter. With a firm yet gentle grip, tip the decanter forward for pouring into wine glasses. About decanting: Decanting is particularly nice when you want to enhance the clarity and brilliance of aged wines or when you want to serve a younger wine - it allows the wine to bloom, a stage of development that normally requires years of aging.

During the process of consuming wine oxidation is a good thing.  But only in small periods.  To much oxidation will cause the wine to become flat tasting and unfavorable to the pallet.

Riedel 60-oz. Amadeo Crystal Wine Decanter
Riedel 60-oz. Amadeo Crystal Wine Decanter

The Riedel Amadeo Decanter is like a visual masterpiece. Made of hand-blown glass, the design is so unique that no two decanters look alike. Crafted from lead crystal, it adds elegance to any table setting and completes any wine collection. Made in Austria. Only a limited quantity is available.

Wine decanters are also used for presentation.  Their is something elegant when you receive a bottle of wine in a decanter with sleek wine glasses.  As the light or even better the candle light sparkles off the bottle it makes the moment even more memorable.  The decanter pulls as another highlight to a wonderful evening for both you and for your guest.  Red and white wines look especially gracious in a clear or crystal decanter.  Not only does it allow the wine to breath but also it allows you and guest to get a first look at the wine.  To see how clear and the color of the wine.  It just a way to connect with the wine and enjoy the aesthetic pastime

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2009-10-16 14:43:13

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