Tag: Decanting

Riedel Decanter

To decant, or not to decant

It may at times be misunderstood as snobbery, haughtiness or the hallmark of pretention, but the practice of decanting a bottle of wine really can be an important speed bump between cork removal and pouring a glass. Sure, it can be somewhat of an inconvenience to have to find the crystal vessel you inherited from…
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To decant or not to decant?

To decant or not to decant?

The right amount of crystal can improve a drop. It can make for great theatre in a restaurant or distinguished dining house, but for all its grandeur, is there really any benefit from decanting wines? Or is it one of those traditions that make for a good show but has no more benefit than the…
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