{"id":10502,"date":"2023-01-14T04:59:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-14T09:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/?p=10502"},"modified":"2023-01-27T10:26:36","modified_gmt":"2023-01-27T15:26:36","slug":"wine-decanting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wine-decanting\/","title":{"rendered":"An Essential Guide to Wine Decanting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>The decanter is an indispensable tool in the wine connoisseur\u2019s arsenal.&nbsp; Not only is wine decanting an elegant way to serve wine, it also serves a purpose. More than one actually! Read on to learn more about when to decant wine, how to decant wine, and what type of decanter you should use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*<strong><em>As an Amazon Associate DiVino may earn from qualifying purchases.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is a Wine Decanter?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The wine decanter is both practical and decorative. &nbsp;It assists in eliminating sediment and allows for a greater expression of aromas by way of aeration. Transparency also allows you to admire the full color spectrum and watch the way your wine glints in the light. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/decanting-wine--1024x1024.png\" alt=\"How to decant wine\" class=\"wp-image-10511\" width=\"368\" height=\"368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/decanting-wine--1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/decanting-wine--300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/decanting-wine--150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/decanting-wine--768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/decanting-wine-.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 368px) 100vw, 368px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When wines have been aging for a long time on racks, sediment begins to build up along the sides of the bottle. While sediment is a perfectly normal occurrence, it does affect the clarity and texture of the wine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time inside the bottle also means very little exposure to\noxygen. Aromatic molecules need air to express themselves and their evolution.\nImagine a butterfly inside the chrysalis. Assuming your wine has been stored\nproperly and has enough structure to survive the ages, it needs to escape the\nconfines of a bottle to truly spread its wings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>You\u2019ve waited a long time to enjoy these wines. It\u2019s worth the effort to experience them in all their glory. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/store.divino.wine\/products\/wine-tasting-101-online-course\">Learn wine tasting on your own with our online course: Wine Tasting 101 for only $19.99!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Use a Wine Decanter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Decanters are optional.&nbsp; A capacious wine glass with a small and slow pour will do the trick, but a decanter can speed the process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For wines like Barolo and Barbaresco that begin quite tannic and later release incredible aromas and evolve a velvety palate over decades, a decanting wine allows to you to enjoy these characteristics more completely minus the long wait. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use a decanter on wines that are several years old and need time to open and release their aromas, as well as red wines in particular that are very old and have been stored on their sides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Decant wines that haven&#8217;t aged long enough to smooth out entirely, but have a lot to offer aromatically and on the palate, like Cabernet Sauvignon or Sagrantino. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"divinoblog-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_design = \"enhanced_links\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B0000DC0XG\";\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"6ce98e9e891f7734093e77de1a33b32f\";\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do You Decant Red Wines?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Red wines traditionally spend more time fermenting on the\nskins during the wine making process. &nbsp;The\nsame molecules that provide color, as well as the acidity and tannin that allow\nthe wines to ages for so long will eventually separate from lighter molecules\nand form sediment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Decanting wine can also have the effect of smoothing out the rougher characteristics of like acidity and tannins in full-bodied, robust wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Sagrantino, and Tempranillo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Decant Wine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important part of decanting is to take your time. The whole point of the decanting process is to aerate the wine. Hold the wine bottle at a subtle diagonal and tilt the mouth of the decanter up to meet it. Create a slow and steady flow while allowing the wine to wash over the edges of the decanter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/how-to-decant-wine.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10778\" width=\"383\" height=\"383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/how-to-decant-wine.jpg 800w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/how-to-decant-wine-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/how-to-decant-wine-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/how-to-decant-wine-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 383px) 100vw, 383px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are decanting a very old bottle and trying to consolidate sediment, keep the bottle as level as possible and watch carefully when you get toward the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A classic trick involves lighting a candle just below the neck of the bottle. This will illuminate dark glass bottles and allow you to see when traces of sediment approach the opening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Should Wine Decant?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wine can take up to three hours in a decanter to really open up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rules for Decanting Wine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Full-bodied and particularly tannic red wines: Use a wide-based decanter for up to three hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medium-bodied Red Wines like Merlot, Barbera, Gamey, Montepulciano, and Cabernet Franc: Use a medium-sized decanter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light-bodied Red Wines like Pinot Noir or Nerello: serve in a small to medium-sized decanter, or simply open the bottle and let them open up naturally.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"divinoblog-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_design = \"enhanced_links\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B01AVTQ1D4\";\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"56a030bfd6ed6d6a8dd7a7e18dfda18b\";\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/wine-bottom-wine-decanter--1024x1024.png\" alt=\"how to decant wine\" class=\"wp-image-10512\" width=\"364\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/wine-bottom-wine-decanter--1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/wine-bottom-wine-decanter--300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/wine-bottom-wine-decanter--150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/wine-bottom-wine-decanter--768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/wine-bottom-wine-decanter-.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Go ahead and pour yourself a small glass every half-hour. Part of the fun is tasting it at different stages. Every wine and every vintage is different.&nbsp; Some wines peak and collapse if left open for too long. If you have access to the winery notes for the current vintage there may be some directions to follow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do You Decant White Wine? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>White and Ros\u00e9 Wines do not require decanting. \u00a0If you do go that route, use a small decanter and keep it chilled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to learn more? Book a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wine-tasting\/virtual-wine-tasting\/\">Virtual Wine Tasting<\/a><\/strong> with DiVino. Let&#8217;s decant something together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wine Decanting Throughout History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vessels for wine have existed for thousands of years. Pop into the Ancient Civilizations exhibition at your local history museum and you\u2019ll likely find decorative earthenware Greek urns, anfora or amphorae.  Before the advent of commercial production of wine bottles, wine was parsed out directly from the casks used for production, and sold or served from smaller ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ancient-wine-urn.jpg\" alt=\"wine decanting\" class=\"wp-image-10781\" width=\"342\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ancient-wine-urn.jpg 800w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ancient-wine-urn-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ancient-wine-urn-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ancient-wine-urn-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ancient anfora wine urn<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Archaeology has uncovered wine vessels and goblets in\nceramic, bronze, silver and gold. &nbsp;Romans\nworked with glass as well, but it wasn\u2019t until the height of the Venetian\nEmpire during the Renaissance that the art and industry of glass-blowing led to\nglassware and glass bottles for wine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eighteenth-century English saw the invention and introduction of glass stoppers. Public drinking establishments as well as well-to-homes adopted the glass decanter and stopper as a more elegant way of storing and serving wine. The tradition spread to distilled liquors and is still in use today for prized bottles of whiskey and cognac, among others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Modern-Day Decanters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lead crystal decanters are considered the top of the line. The unique clarity of crystal is equivalent to technicolor for film. Wine connoisseurs value the visual observation of wine, and crystal offers the brightest and most beautiful expression of color and opacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, you can also find <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"gorgeous glass decanters (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2OxNGrc\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>gorgeous glass decanters<\/strong><\/a> in the Venetian tradition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/medium-wine-decanter-with-stopper-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10513\" width=\"311\" height=\"311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/medium-wine-decanter-with-stopper-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/medium-wine-decanter-with-stopper-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/medium-wine-decanter-with-stopper-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/medium-wine-decanter-with-stopper-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/medium-wine-decanter-with-stopper.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 311px) 100vw, 311px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useable Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vintage and contemporary crystal decanters make beautiful gifts. When not in use, or not in use as a flower vase, they catch and cast the light in remarkable ways. On the table a crystal decanter really elevates the aesthetic wine experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"divinoblog-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_design = \"enhanced_links\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B00IGN0LV6\";\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"2249649a5292b1e2b6d918e166066b40\";\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Decanters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wide Bottom Decanter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PivCli\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>This<\/strong><\/a> is what most people think of when they picture a wine decanter. The wide base helps capture sediment but also exposes a greater surface area of the wine to oxygen. The process of aeration is what releases all of those complex aromas that make your wine so special. Then, in the same way a Champagne flute funnels aromas upwards into your nose, the long elegant neck channels evolving earth notes and ripe fruit and floral notes up as the wine opens up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3cAXhHQ\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/koios-wine-decanter-269x300.jpg\" alt=\"wine decanting\" class=\"wp-image-10538\" width=\"269\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/koios-wine-decanter-269x300.jpg 269w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/koios-wine-decanter-768x857.jpg 768w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/koios-wine-decanter.jpg 916w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wide Bottom Decanter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>P<\/strong>ros and Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As stunning and elegant as they are functional, the wide bottom decanter is a little tricky to pour from and quite difficult to clean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Small and Medium Decanter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you buy only one decanter, make it one of these. The globe-shaped bottom is spacious enough to move the wine around and the narrow neck siphons aromas upward. <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/36r75Dr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>This model<\/strong> <\/a>works for just about any wine you wish to decant and it\u2019s also easy to pour from, which makes service much simpler. We&#8217;ve got one at DiVino headquarters, plus a back-up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/39bDaO4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-05-at-10.40.11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11732\" width=\"282\" height=\"284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-05-at-10.40.11.png 994w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-05-at-10.40.11-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Screen-Shot-2020-02-05-at-10.40.11-768x777.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 282px) 100vw, 282px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Classic Carafe <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use a standard <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"carafe  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/37UgBxu\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>carafe<\/strong> <\/a>for a basic decant of a wine that isn\u2019t too old and merely needs some time out of the bottle to come back to life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Italian class masters, Bormioli, made this one with a charming bistro feel. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"divinoblog-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_design = \"enhanced_links\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B003QZNYC2\";\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"618780a2706e5b0ea588750dcdf6d36f\";\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Wine Aerator &nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to aerate your wine without the hassle and wait of a proper decant, a wine aerator will do the trick. These <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"attachments (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Vintorio-Wine-Aerator-Pourer-Aerating\/dp\/B00T1F5CSU\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>attachments<\/strong><\/a> fit most bottle types and come at a very reasonable price. They\u2019re also dishwasher safe! This a a great tool to keep around. It&#8217;s also a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wine-gifts-for-under-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">great gift idea for the wine-lovers<\/a><\/strong> in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/divinonyc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/wine-aerator-pourer.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10782\" width=\"262\" height=\"262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/wine-aerator-pourer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/wine-aerator-pourer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/wine-aerator-pourer-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/divino.wine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/wine-aerator-pourer-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 262px) 100vw, 262px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wine Aerator Pourer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are decanting a very old bottle and trying to consolidate\nsediment, keep the bottle as level as possible and watch carefully when you get\ntoward the end. A classic trick involves lighting a candle just below the neck\nof the bottle. This will illuminate dark glass bottles and allow you to see\nwhen traces of sediment approach the opening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Should I Decant Wine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wine can take up to three hours in a decanter to really open up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a general rule, you can go ahead and pour yourself a small glass every half-hour. Part of the fun is tasting it at different stages. Every wine and every vintage is different.&nbsp;Some wines peak and collapse if left open for too long. If you have access to the winery notes for the current vintage there may be some directions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cleaning Your Decanter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid harsh chemical soaps at all cost. The shape of decanters, especially the wide bottom decanter makes them particularly susceptible to residue. Minerals in the water and soap scum will affect the quality of the wine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decanter cleaning tools exist!  <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like aquariums and pools, vessels of all sizes require regular cleaning. You can <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"order a set  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2R47PH1\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>order a set<\/strong> <\/a>for under $20. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Warm water and unscented soap work fine too, turn the decanters upside down on its side and allow to air dry before putting it away.  There&#8217;s even such a thing as a <a aria-label=\"decanter-drying stand  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35YyABc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>decanter-drying stand<\/strong> <\/a>if you really need one! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The decanter is an indispensable tool in the wine connoisseur\u2019s arsenal.&nbsp; Not only is wine decanting an elegant way to serve wine, it also serves 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