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Pek Wine Preserver

August 20th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Pek Wine Preserver Pek Wine Preserver

The Pek Preservino uses Argon gas to keep wine at the peak of freshness. Simply insert the Preservino’s injection nozzle into the custom cork, inject the Argon gas, remove the nozzle from the cork, and…voila…the Preservino protects every bottle effectively. The Preservino includes two specially designed reusable corks and one Argon gas cartridge, all handsomely presented in a gift box perfect to take just about anywhere – to your favorite restaurant, on a picnic, or to a friend’s home. The Preservino is “Best in Class for Wine by the Glass”. The moment you open a bottle of wine, exposure to the air begins to change its character. The Preservino extends the life of an open bottle for days or even weeks. The Preservino can preserve multiple bottles at one time allowing you to pair different wines and foods in an evening. You can open a white wine with your appetizer, a red wine with your entrée and a dessert wine…and never waste a drop. The Preservino uses 100 argon gas to replace air in the opened bottle—the same gas used during wine production; experts agree that argon gas is 80 more effective than any system for wine preservation. Included: 1 Preservino dispenser, 1 argon cartridge and 2 custom stoppers, all packaged in a handsome brushed metal gift box. The Preservino is the perfect item for every wine lover on your list!


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Riedel 26-1/2-oz. Tyrol Crystal Decanter

July 30th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Riedel 26-1/2-oz. Tyrol Crystal Decanter

Riedel 26-1/2-oz. Tyrol Crystal Decanter

The name Tyrol commemorates Riedel`s new start 50 years ago in Austria in the federal State of Tyrol. Riedel’s Tyrol Decanter combines sophistication and elegance. Its long, low shape allows maximum aeration for young and vintage wines. This process releases flavors and aromas, which enhance the attributes of your wine by exposing it to oxygen. This unique piece is designed with a sleek neck for comfortable grip and an angled opening for graceful, drip-free pouring. It is the perfect addition to any wine collection. Crafted from lead crystal in Austria. “Decanting old wines, just a few moments before they are served, helps to ensure that the wines’ clarity and brilliance are not obscured by any deposit that may have developed over time. Decanting young wines several hours before they are served gives the wine a chance to bloom and attain a stage of development that normally requires years of aging.” (Thoughts on decanting by Christian Moueix)


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Schott Zwiesel Set of 6 Forte Tritan Crystal Red Wine Glass Set

July 28th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Schott Zwiesel Set of 6 Forte Tritan Crystal Red Wine Glass Set

Schott Zwiesel Set of 6 Forte Tritan Crystal Red Wine Glass Set

Schott Zwiesel has created crystal glasses that are individually tempered in three zones for greater strength. Highly resilient to dishwashers and accidental breakage and chipping, each glass will stand up to everyday use while looking great. Schott Zwiesel (a brand of Zwiesel Kristallglas, AG) has a 130 year history of innovation and success, including such break through developments as the first machine made stemware and the first lead-free crystal glass. With the introduction of the proprietary Tritan® Crystal technique (the result of special additives such as titanium with a unique tempering process) Zwiesel has once again revolutionized the industry. Rigorous laboratory testing proves the brilliance, dishwasher safety, and break resistance of Tritan.


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Vacu Vin 6-in. Wine Preserver

July 26th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Vacu Vin 6-in. Wine Preserver

Vacu Vin 6-in. Wine Preserver

For those evenings when you can’t finish the bottle of wine, simply use this Wine Preserver to “pump” out the excess air, so the original bouquet and flavor will last longer.


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Cork Pops Legacy Wine Opener

July 23rd, 2008 by Wine Critic
Cork Pops Legacy Wine Opener

Cork Pops Legacy Wine Opener

The CorkPops Legacy Wine Bottle Opener is the successor to the wildly popular cork pops I, II, & III series. It is truly the fastest, easiest way to open a bottle of wine, just press the button on the top and the cork exits the bottle with a light, pleasing pop. Then just gently twist the handle counterclockwise to effortlessly remove the cork. The secret is this wine bottle corkscrew utilizes a low-pressure cartridge to gently remove the cork from the bottle without affecting the taste of the wine or harming the environment. The Corkpops Legacy has a user friendly rubberized finish, built-in foil remover, patented cork ejector, and hardened steel needle that will go through both cork and plastic corks with ease. It comes packaged with one cartridge which will open 60-80 bottles of wine. Makes a great gift for a wine connoisseur or novice alike!


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Schott Zwiesel Set of 6 Forte Tritan Crystal Wine/Water Glass Set

July 22nd, 2008 by Wine Critic
Schott Zwiesel Set of 6 Forte Tritan Crystal Wine/Water Glass Set

Schott Zwiesel Set of 6 Forte Tritan Crystal Wine/Water Glass Set

Schott Zwiesel (a brand of Zwiesel Kristallglas, AG) has a 130 year history of innovation and success, including such break through developments as the first machine made stemware and the first lead-free crystal glass. With the introduction of the proprietary Tritan® Crystal technique (the result of special additives such as titanium with a unique tempering process) Zwiesel has once again revolutionized the industry. Rigorous laboratory testing proves the brilliance, dishwasher safety, and break resistance of Tritan. Highly resistant to chipping and breaking even at its most sensitive areas - the rim and at the points where the stem joins the bowl and the foot. The glasses stand up to daily use and thousands of cycles in your dishwasher, without any blemishes or loss of brilliance.


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Riedel Set of 2 “O” Series Crystal Chardonnay Wine Tumblers

July 17th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Riedel Set of 2

Riedel Set of 2 “O” Series Crystal Chardonnay Wine Tumblers

Maximilian Riedel (11th generation) presents his first glass series: Riedel “O”! The Riedel connoisseur will be surprised to find that this new glass series has something missing - there is no stem or base. So what is “O”? Riedel “O” is the new innovative take on the wine tumbler. In short: “O” is the ideal glass for every day use and every occasion. It is fun, stylish, feels good to hold, and it works! The designs of “O” are based on the benchmark shapes of the Riedel Vinum series. For the first time in glass history the design parameters such as shape of tumbler, size and diameter of rim, have been fine-tuned to enhance the world’s most important grape varietals. The tumbler, used for centuries as an all-round drinking vessel, has now been turned into a sophisticated wine accessory. Designed to complement any Reidel glass series, “O” offers an elegant, uncomplicated design in an easy-to-use glass. Ideal for all casual occasions, “O” is perfect for picnics and backyard barbecues as well as relaxed evenings with pizza and games. Broken stems are a thing of the past. The large bowl of each glass is specifically designed to unleash the rich bouquet of white wines, such as Chardonnay. Each glass holds 20.75-oz. and stands 3.62-in. tall. Set of 2.


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Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Extreme Crystal Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling Glasses

July 15th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Extreme Crystal Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling Glasses

Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Extreme Crystal Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling Glasses

This set of two glasses is designed for enjoying your favorite vintages of Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. Part of Riedel’s Vinum Extreme collection, the machine-blown, lead crystal glasses are named for their extreme contours with diamond-shaped bowls that angle out dramatically before narrowing at the top, thus creating exceptionally wide evaporation surfaces that intensify bouquet and enhance silkiness in the mouth. Handwash for lasting results. Recommended For: Albariño, Bordeaux (white), Gewürztraminer, Grüner Veltliner, Hermitage Blanc, Marsanne, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Sémillon, Sparkling Wine, Viognier


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Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Extreme Crystal Pinot/Nebbiolo Wine Glasses

July 9th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Extreme Crystal Pinot/Nebbiolo Wine Glasses

Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Extreme Crystal Pinot/Nebbiolo Wine Glasses

To be fully enjoyed, wine needs to breathe, and when poured into a glass, should reach the widest part of the glass, usually about half full. This set of glasses was designed for enjoying vintages of Pinot and Nebbiolo - a less common wine, made from grapes grown in the Piedmont region of Italy, good with aged cheeses and baked salmon. Pinot wines commonly match well with seafood. These glasses from Riedel are part of the Vinum Extreme collection, machine-blown, lead-crystal glasses whose forms are fundamentally different from all other glasses on the market. Named for their extreme contours, these glasses have diamond-shaped bowls that angle out dramatically before narrowing at the top, thus creating exceptionally wide evaporation surfaces that intensify bouquet and enhance silkiness in the mouth. Hand wash for lasting results.


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Screwpull 3-pc. Wine Funnel and Stand

July 8th, 2008 by Wine Critic
Screwpull 3-pc. Wine Funnel and Stand

Screwpull 3-pc. Wine Funnel and Stand

Because older wines may contain sediment and impurities (which might taint the taste of your wine), the need for filtering your wine before drinking is sometimes recommended. From Screwpull, this set includes a funnel with special fine-mesh filters that run horizontally and vertically so every little speck is removed. The curved spout allows for aeration as your wine runs through. It’s made of high-grade stainless steel, works with most decanters and is dishwasher-safe. Comes with a stand for storing.


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