Store Wine In A Decanter

Store Wine in a Decanter

It's generally recommended that red wines be decanted, particularly those that have been aged or are full-bodied. Decanting releases the wine's aromas, as the wine comes into contact with oxygen when being poured into the decanter. In addition, decanting aged wines helps to remove the sediment that naturally forms at the bottom of the wine bottle during the aging process. Perhaps the hardest part of the decanting process is waiting for the wine to become ready to drink.

Instructions

1. Select a red wine to enjoy. It's recommended that red wine be served at room temperature.

2. Pour the wine into the decanter. It's best to do this with a light, such as a candle--so that you can easily detect the sediment and prevent it from being poured into the decanter. When you see sediment in the neck of the bottle, stop pouring. For young wines, quickly pour the wine into the decanter in order to ensure the wine has maximum contact with oxygen.

3. Let the wine rest and breath in the decanter for no longer than eight hours before serving. After this point, the oxygen can actually damage the wine and change its taste.

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