Decanter is a glass special decanter, which is designed to serve and decant the wine.
A few centuries ago a tradition appeared to pour wine into a decanter - just when the glass began to spread widely across Europe. There are many thoughts about what was the original purpose of the transfusion, there are also many speculations about when the first decanter was invented and whether it is necessary to take into account porcelain and clay jugs.
Without a doubt, we can say only one thing: initially they were valued beautifully and richly decorated with wine decanters, and only in the 20th century decanters began to appear, which now can emphasize the true virtues of wine. And everyone chooses it according to their taste or pocket.
The form
If you try to briefly explain the purpose of decantation, then it should be said about two points. First, mature wines need to be decanted to separate the pigmentation sediment, which eventually falls on the bottom of the bottle. The second goal of decantation is additional aeration. These are the nuances that must be considered when decanter is selected.
Now manufacturers produce a lot of decanters of various shapes. Those companies that produce professional dishes, sometimes produce special decanters (as well as glasses) for wines. But it should be noted that basically there are only two main types of decanters, the rest are just their varieties and variations. So, decanters, which have a neck in the shape of a funnel and a voluminous, wide lower part, are meant for very young wines that have not yet opened. It is in this case that it is very important that during transfusion, the wine comes into contact with the air. Of course, the larger the area of contact, the more the wine is saturated with oxygen, after that it has a more pronounced flavor and taste. For example, if the decanter has not enough "flared" neck, then the stream can not have a fan shape, therefore, intensely. It is not possible to say that such decanters are wrong, perhaps even a situation, when you need just such a decanter. It is necessary to take into account one more fact - the wine is ideally well aerated only when its level is located slightly below the most wide part of the decanter. And remember that if you poured wine into the decanter, then you need to drink it on the same day.
There is another kind of decanters for old wines that have been aged for several years, and they do not need to be "opened", such wines have sediment. Decanters designed for old wines, on the contrary, are narrow, but the lower part has the shape of a ball, in such an instance for wine it is not particularly important to fully contact with the air. To such forms it is possible to carry decanters - "ducks", decanters, which resemble ordinary decanter and so on. The external appearance of decanters can strongly differ, which can not be said about decanters for young wines. Of course, the essence of the inventors is unchanged, so it is worth taking into account the nuance that different decanters have different influences on wine.
It is also worthwhile to distinguish among those decanters those that are intended to separate the sediment, and those that are shaped like amphorae or vases. They are used for especially fragile wines or pink, which decantation can traumatize.Imenno for such wines, as for whites, use decanters with a lid that can maximally preserve the properties of the wine.
You can talk for a very long time about the advantages of a decanter of one or another form. There are many opinions about what kind of wine you need to decant, and which ones should not be.
Price
Decanters can have a completely different price, it all depends on the material that is used for their manufacture, from the prestige of the firm and so on. You can buy a decent enough decanter for $ 50, but the most professional and exquisite options can cost an order of magnitude more than $ 1000.
How to care for a predecessor?
First, the decanter can not be washed in a dishwasher, it is best to resort to an ordinary "brush", and to one that does not "lose" bristles. There are even professional special tools for washing such dishes, so it is best to use them. Also remember that it is better to use clean water.
Secondly, it is impossible to use chemical agents to convert to decanters.
Thirdly, it is best to dispense with special water or neutral means. A special hand-held lap is to wipe only the outer part of the decanter. Decanters are dried on special pins, which are located at an angle or vertically. Store them preferably separately from other dishes.
Material
Remember that the decanter should show all the beauty of the wine, but not in any case hide it. Therefore, the best decanter is crystal clear and smooth, which is made of crystal clear glass; Of course, it can be made of glass, but only of high quality.
Now a fairly large selection of decanters, so you can choose dishes for any occasion - with the addition of silver, crystal, with the addition of barium, decorative, glass, functional, with decoration.
Decanters can be decorated adorned from silver, silver, even decorated with gold - those metals that have no effect on wine. Supports, decorative pens, lids are also acceptable. There should be no wooden parts in the can. Also for winery is suitable dishes made of ceramics and similar materials.
Decanter "for yourself"
It is very good that every day the number of people who appreciate wine increases. People who are particularly active in this regard think about accessories for wine. Naturally, it can not be said that a decanter is a necessary thing in a house, for example, like glasses or a corkscrew, but its presence is very much welcomed.
If you are a true wine lover and like to serve it according to all the rules, then the decanter will do you a good service, moreover, the decantation process will surely surprise and inspire your guests. Before choosing a decanter, think carefully about what wines you prefer to drink, and you can even buy the simplest decanter. If you want to buy it for someone as a gift, then you can pick an exquisite version with a finish. It is also possible to purchase various functional accessories for the decanter, for example, adaptations that correct the shape of the wine jet. Such devices include various funnels, for example, for red wine, you can buy a funnel with a "hooked" spout, while the wine will be poured carefully and carefully.
Decanter in the restaurant
Decanter in a restaurant, in most cases, just neccessary. This is not only a necessary element of the dishes, it also highlights the importance and prestige of the institution, while allowing the guests to be noted that there is a high level of service in this restaurant, at least as far as wine is concerned, that's for sure.
However, not always decantation can open wine. Decantation can be seen as even a simple and peculiar reception in front of the guests -if this, of course, it will be done beautifully and correctly. Any guest will want to visit this place once more, even to look at this spectacle.
In the restaurant you need to have decanters for both old and young, and the number of them should be slightly larger than the tables in the institution, but you should take into account the wine card of the restaurant itself.
Self-respecting restaurant owners know that this is a storyteller not by hearsay, and also with pleasure inform their guests about what it is. However, before decanting, you must ask permission from visitors. Sometimes the guests have their whims, for example, they ask to warm up the decanter slightly, so that the wine is somewhat warmer than necessary.
Another thing to consider is this: quality and beautifully decontaminated decanters are not expensive, so it is worthwhile to train the personnel in correct handling with such utensils. After all, the decanter weighs a lot, and when it's full of penguin, then it becomes more difficult to keep it, especially for women. However, if this is not possible, then it is better to use not too expensive options.
Remember that decanters should always be clean, smudge-free, fingerprints and "chips". Before decanting, be sure to rinse the decanter again.
In general, when choosing a decanter, consider both the aesthetic side and the practical one. It is also possible to take into account the style in which the room is decorated. And remember that the decanters are much nicer in decoration, but the quality of the glass should be in the first place.