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Vinturi Essential Wine Aerator - Review

Breathe Easy

Vinturi Wine Aerator makes decanting wine quick and easy.


While decanting wine helps bring out the best aromas and flavors, the process isn’t suited for those of us with impatient natures.  For those looking to enjoy aerated wine immediately, Vinturi has created a handheld product that allows wine to breathe in the same amount of time it takes to pour a glass.  Although simultaneously holding the aerator above the glass and pouring the wine through can be a bit of a balancing act if you’ve had a few glasses already, the gadget performs by mixing the right quantity of air for the proper amount of time, aerating immediately.  The unattractive sucking sound it makes, however, won’t be adding any glamour to your next sit-down dinner.

For more information, visit www.vinturi.com

Price: $28

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(Updated: 10/06/11 BH)


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