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Decanting & Glassware


Decant your wine as needed.  Typically reserved for red wines, 'opening' the wine by pouring it into a decanter may be a beneficial step in your serving process.  In the case of aged red wines, there is a careful ritual to decanting in order to avoid pouring out any of the sediment that may have accumulated in the bottle over time. For younger red wines, the exposure to air can really help intensify and develop the aromas. 

Simply pulling out the cork and letting the bottle sit for a while won't do much.  It's best to pour your wine into a decanter or other clean glass vessel. (Be sure there is no soap residue or moisture in it!)  If you only have a plain glass jar on hand, pour the wine into the jar, swirl it around a bit and pour it back into the bottle for presentation.  This is called "Double Decanting."



Use the right glassware.  For daily quaffing of easy-drinking table wines, a clean, simple glass with a thin rim will do.  If you're enjoying a wine with more complexity and depth, then it's best to use a glass with a nice deep bowl and tapered opening.  The bowl will give you room to swirl and the tapered opening will deliver focused aromas to your nose.  Remember, the wine will develop in your glass more than anywhere else.
 
HALL uses Riedel glassware
at our wineries
and La Residence Inn
Riedel has created customized
glassware to enhance the flavors
and aromas
of specific types of wine.

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