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48 of 48 found the following review helpful:
 Great value for superb wine aeration and a fun bit of table theater. Jan 18, 2008
By Joshua G. Feldman
"Technophile"
Luigi's Bormioli's Esperienze wine decanter is the classic ship's decanter shape, but with an especially aggressive central punt (dimple in the middle of the bottom) and a series of concentric rings around the bottom. The rings and ridges are supposed to increase the rate of aeration. I don't know if that's true but everything about this decanter is designed to maximize aeration - from it's extremely generous 88oz size, very aggressive flair, and huge arcing punt. The big size really maximizes surface area at the bottom - a 750ml bottle fills the bottom less than an inch and a half and the surface area is huge. This decanter is very attractive, thin and light weight, and does the aeration job superbly. Filling is a blast - the wine spreads out and comes down over the entire interior surface in a shimmering scarlet film. Very dramatic and pretty. This red curtain show is a great visual to share with friends - it really whets the appetite. Aerating really helps robust reds, particularly Tuscan and Riolla reds, Shiraz, Bordeaux and Cabernets. Old Cabs benefit from decanting to remove sediment too. Big reds are often too tart at first, and aeration makes them bloom into sun drenched sweetness. Be careful about over aerating timid wines, however. If the initial flavor profile is thin you don't want to let it aerate too much (I'm visualizing Beaujolais here). Most Merlots, Zins, and Grenaches will benefit from aeration too - but you have to use your judgment. Once you get the hang of it you can tell by sniffing the wine in the bottle whether you'll want to decant or not. I find I decant about 90% of the red wine I drink (but I generally prefer big reds).
Only complaints? It's very light weight and thin - I don't think it would handle a fall or rough treatment (that's a standard issue with glassware of course). It's glass, not fancy crystal (what do you expect at this price?) Pouring the last glass is a challenge. You must almost completely invert the decanter - risking a splash. It's a challenging final pour. A bit of practice helps. This shape is maximized for letting the wine breath, rather than making pouring easy. I think it's worth the trouble. You should rinse it clean with hot water before it dries out because it's tough to clean without a long brush. I always rinse it out with the sprayer on my kitchen sink and then just let it dry upright in my liquor cabinet. I don't use a special brush or drying device and it's always fine by morning.
Given the huge size, low price, and functional design this thing is a winner. It's a great value for aggressively aerating bold reds - a fun and festive thing to have on the table. Highly recommended.
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
Looks cheap, works well Jun 07, 2009
By Maxwell Johnson
"Cook, musician and teacher"
The Esperienze decanter is inexpensive and looks it. The glass is thin and the shape is rather mechanical in the sense that it lacks the artisanal appearance of a fine mouth-blown piece of crystal. The bottom is deeply punted and includes a number of odd concentric rings ostensibly intended to increase surface area. The punt, of course, does just the opposite. In short, it lacks the elegance of design and perfection of materials and execution that make a fine captain's decanter a beautiful thing-in-itself. This is actually a bit of an advantage in that you won't hesitate to take it out onto the deck or patio to use when you're having-more-than-one by the pool.
The great majority of red wines benefit from aeration and this big, wide decanter is perfectly functional for that purpose. It holds one bottle effortlessly and two bottles without discomfort. Just be careful pouring the last glass or two. As with all captain's decanters, it is easy to slop a little onto the table.
Buy this for exactly what it is, a highly functional, inexpensive way to improve the drinkability of table wines. Save your nice one for the fine vintage port.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
GREAT decanter!!! Jul 16, 2009
By Michael Shane Bridges
You just can't beat this decanter for the money. I ordered it as a birthday gift for my girlfriend and she loved it!! It's both elegant and highly functional.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Decanter Feb 01, 2011
By Colleen Allen
This Decanter wasn't the quality I thought it would be.. Just a little too light. I would hold out for a better quality one. I was afraid when used it would break. But you get what you paid for and it was pretty cheap.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Let it breathe Jan 30, 2011
By Keith A. Owens
"kao"
It's good. It's a bargain. You have to hold it completely upside down in order to pour the last drop. It's kind of fun and kind of a hassle. Depends on how many glasses you've had. I like the way it looks when I pour a bottle in through my filter/funnel. It sends the wine cascading down the glass and it's very....mesmorizing. Depending on how many glasses you've had.
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