Do You Need a Wine Decanter Aerator?

If you are a real wine lover you probably already have a range of equipment to help you get the most from every bottle of wine you open. But does this range include a wine decanter aerator?

What is a wine decanter aerator?

You may have heard of this item referred to simply as a wine aerator as well. Basically these are two terms relating to the same object. A wine decanter aerator is an aerator that is designed to be used when pouring a bottle of wine into a decanter. The very act of doing this helps the wine to breathe, but by using an aerator as well you will get just the right amount of air to the wine, to provide the best experience when drinking it.

Is it worth buying a wine decanter aerator?

Many people might ask this question when they are thinking about buying one. It’s a fair question to ask and it is worth seeking out the answer because you don’t want to spend money if you don’t need to.

However we think that this particular item is just as vital to your enjoyment of your wine as a corkscrew! This might sound outlandish but it is true. The better you understand how the item works, the easier it is to invest in a good one.

In short, an aerator enables you to pour the wine from the bottle and into the decanter, fully aerating it as it goes. This means you can immediately serve it to your guests if you have people round for dinner, instead of waiting for it to breathe by itself. You will invariably get better results if you can do this, and of course it is more convenient as well.

Another benefit is that you can use the same wine decanter aerator for both red and white wines. Just wash it through before changing from one wine to the next. This is particularly useful when you have a gathering of people to entertain, because you can decant a bottle of red wine through the aerator and then wash it out ready to do the same with another bottle. This speeds up the process of serving your wine without ruining or compromising on the taste.

Strictly speaking then, you cannot get by without having one of these decanter aerators nearby for all kinds of occasions. It’s easy enough to get through a bottle of wine at dinner if there are two or three adults present, and presenting a decanter to pour the wine from looks rather better than just having a plain bottle on the table. This is by far the best way to enjoy your wine, and once you start using your aerator you will wonder why you hadn’t bought one sooner.

It’s one of those items that you could get by without having. But if you do have the item ready to use you will see that a wine decanter aerator is a smart addition to any wine lover’s kitchen.

Filed under: Wine Aeration

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