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A carafe, by definition, is a container for serving hot or cold beverages, while a decanter is one that's strictly for wine and other alcoholic beverages. The reason for the existence of a decanter is that it was used to separate a small amount of wine from the original container which contained sediments - thus its name. But because bottlers are now producing filtered, clear wines, these vessels are now just useful for letting wine BREATHE. Aerating wine lets you get a good whiff of its aromas and softens its tannins... the same concept behind the swirling of the glass. Serve your favorite Wine Depot Wine in one of these babies!
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They look great, but it must be a nightmare to wash and clean those things without breaking them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment! I thought about that too:) I found a helpful tip in the site though about washing.
ReplyDeleteIt says that the glass (Borosilicat) which is used is very strong. Physically, chemically and thermally. You can run very hot water through the decanter then drain it upside down.
Swirling the decanter or in a glass will elevate this process as well. However, simply swirling in a glass will not allow the concentration of alcohol to equally disperse to the entire bottle, and may take a little longer for the full flavors and aromas to peak.
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