Wine Accessories That Every Wine Lover Should Have

There is a world of accessories and gadgets available for wine lovers who are said to contribute to the ultimate wine experience. But which accessories are the 'must haves'? There are actually four different wine accessories that every wine lover should have. Wine Glasses Good wine requires good glasses, so that the wine can be fully presented. A high-quality wine glass is distinguished by a number of properties. For example, the volume of the glass must be in reasonable proportion to the intensity and complexity of the wine. The proportions and shape of the glass must be in balance so that the wine can be pleasantly rolled. High-quality glass has a very thin wall and has a smooth edge instead of an edge. The material of the glass itself influences the way you experience the wine: in a crystal glass of high quality wine has a more intense and clearer aroma than in a simple, cheaper glass. A basic set should consist of at least four types of glasses.

• A standard white wine glass;
• A slightly larger version of the white wine glass, for white wines with more body, rosé wines or lighter red wines;
• A larger tulip-shaped glass for red wine with body;
• A high narrow glass ('flute') for sparkling wines.

You could supplement this selection with a balloon glass for Burgundy wines. A Corkscrew Even the most beautiful wine brings little pleasure when opening the bottle is a problem. A solid corkscrew is indispensable, and yet many households do not have a good corkscrew. You absolutely do not need an expensive high-tech gadget. A simple corkscrew with a hinged function, also called sommeliermes, is sufficient. Even professional sommeliers rely on this simple piece of equipment. The most important is that the screw, which drills in the cork, consists of a spiral metal wire. With a good spiral it is possible to insert a match in the length direction through the spiral. Only a corkscrew with a good spiral is able to neatly pull out a properly secured cork. Cheap corkscrews have a spiral that looks more like a wood screw. A Decanter A decanter decanter is not only a nice decorative piece for the table. For red quality wine, decanting, carefully pouring the wine into a glass carafe, is crucial for allowing the wine to breathe so that it tastes better. Here are three reasons for: Firstly, the supply of oxygen makes the wine rounder and more mature and the astringent tannins are softened. Secondly: older, matured red wines have lees, the so-called sediment, in the bottle. By carefully pouring the wine into the decanter during decanting, the sediment can be retained in the bottle. Thirdly, some wines may taste a bit dull or stale just after opening. The supply of oxygen in the decanter can help to develop the bouquet of the wine. In the case of old wines, it can help to dissolve disturbing substances such as acetic acid. In addition, some distinctive white wines will also benefit from breathing in a decanter. A Cellar or Wine Cabinet A cellar may not be completely in the category of wine accessories that you can buy in the store, but it still contributes to the quality of the wine. Wine lovers who want to keep wines for a longer period of time have to think carefully about a suitable storage for the wine. During storage, exposure to excessive temperatures, vibrations and excessive light can contribute to a rapid deterioration in the quality of the wine. Therefore, wine bottles may be stored in an ordinary wine rack for up to a few weeks, and preferably not at all. To be able to enjoy the wine over a longer period of time, you need a storage place that offers cool, dark, vibration-free basement conditions. If you do not have a cellar, purchasing a wine storage cabinet is a good option. Wine Sitters Wine lovers enjoy a glass of wine outdoors, but wind poses a problem for locations such as decks, balconies, lake and beach houses, and outdoor restaurant patios. Wind gusts and accidental table bumps often require holding onto wine glasses to prevent them from falling over, spilling the wine and breaking the glass. To secure stemware, simply place Wine Sitter on any surface and slide the base of your glass in. When you are ready for more wine, simply slide stemware back out. There is nothing like Wine Sitter on the market. It is simple to use, aesthetically pleasing, and due to its weight of 9 ounces, can prevent spills against wind gusts up to 40 mph.