Wine carafes . Crystal wine decanters
Crystal wine decanters - With a crystal wine carafe or Crystal decanter known as decanting, the wine is separated from the sediment. This can be achieved using a crystal wine carafe such as this onetastes better than straight from the bottle. After decanting, the sediment settles at the bottom. Now you can easily Wine glasses pour without this sediment getting into the glass. What’s more, a Crystal wine carafe from Arnstadt looks more elegant on your table and will also impress your guests.
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Are you looking for high-quality crystal wine carafes? Then Arnstadt Kristall is the right place for you. Here we offer a wide and well-curated selection of wine carafes and decanters. You can choose to have them individually engraved or have us finish them with a 24-carat gold or platinum rim. All wine carafes are crafted from genuine 24% lead crystal, mouth-blown and hand-cut. This creates unique pieces that will be the highlight of your table.
Wine decanters – a special touch for the laid table
For many people, wine is considered a classic drink to be savoured. Whether during a cosy evening in front of the telly or with friends: with a “good glass of wine”, life often seems a little easier.
Just as wine varieties differ, so too do the tastes of connoisseurs. Accordingly, it would be a shame to drink a wine that has been served without care. Wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts instead rely on the use of stylish wine decanters. These not only ensure a very special taste experience, but also quickly become a visual highlight – for example, when part of a beautifully laid table.
A little research reveals that the selection of wine decanters is vast. So vast, in fact, that it’s certainly difficult to pick a favourite on the spot. However, if you take a little time and consider not ‘just’ your own taste but also, amongst other things, the rest of your décor and the prevailing style, the choice often becomes much easier.
Wine carafe or decanter? What are the differences?
The terms “decanter” and “wine carafe” are often used interchangeably in everyday language. However, there are clear differences between them. Decanting wine makes particular sense when it comes to older red wines. This is because they often contain a sediment known to experts as “deposit”. This deposit often occurs alongside wine crystals.
By using a decanter, this wine sediment can be gently filtered out. To ensure that absolutely no traces of the sediment flow into the glass when pouring, the expert usually uses a small light source. The result: the decanter remains free of any residue and the wine lover can enjoy their drink to an even higher standard.
When using a wine carafe, the focus is on a different objective: the aim here is to ensure that the wine can be aerated. Decanters are therefore used primarily for older wines, whilst wine carafes are more often used for younger wines. The latter can be even better supported in the development of their aromas with the right wine carafe.
As decanters and wine carafes are used for (partly) different purposes, they are also characterised by different designs.
It is worth noting that a decanter is generally narrower in shape than a wine carafe. The reason for this is that when decanting, it is important to ensure that the wine is protected from the air. At the same time, decanters are often transparent to make it even easier to separate the wine sediment. A handle is not strictly necessary to use them.
In contrast, a wine decanter is characterised by a comparatively round, rather bulbous shape. This allows the wine to develop its aroma. At the same time, however, wine decanters can also – incidentally – be used to separate the wine from the sediment. Nevertheless, the clear focus here is on oxygenating the wine and allowing the aromas to develop accordingly.
Decanting correctly – here’s how!
Many people see decanting as a special art to be enjoyed with all the senses. But how do you actually decant properly? What do you need to bear in mind? The good news is that with a little patience and practice, decanting isn’t difficult.
This is because: to decant, the wine must be transferred from its bottle. Important: the sediment remains in the bottle during this process. To support this effect in the long term, it is advisable, amongst other things, to store the wine bottle in an upright position before opening it. This allows the sediment to settle beforehand. The wine connoisseur can easily check this by holding a small light source behind the bottle.
An overview of different wine decanters
The wide range of different wine decanters available can sometimes make it difficult for wine lovers to make a choice straight away. Indeed, wine decanters are now available in a variety of sizes and designs.
However, when it comes to answering the question “narrow or wide?”, it is by no means just a matter of aesthetics. This is because, whilst a narrow wine carafe ensures that the wine is exposed to relatively little oxygen, a wide wine carafe has the opposite effect, allowing for a correspondingly high level of oxygenation.
It’s also worth noting that slender wine decanters are ideal for use with older red wines, whilst the wider version is better suited to younger wines that still need to develop their aroma.
Cleaning wine decanters – these tips should be followed
A wine decanter must, of course, be cleaned at regular intervals. Otherwise, odours will become trapped inside, which can naturally also affect the taste of the wine.
Furthermore, when storing a wine carafe, care should be taken to ensure that the ambient temperature is not too high. For example, if you place your carafe on a windowsill above a radiator in winter, you run the risk of negatively affecting the taste of your wine. Ideally, the ambient temperature should not exceed approximately 15°C. Special considerations when cleaning crystal wine decanters.
Wine decanters to match your décor
Wine decanters are now available in a wide variety of materials and designs. Thanks to this wide selection, it is also possible to find a wine decanter that perfectly matches your own taste and the prevailing interior design style. For example, if you prefer a particularly minimalist interior, you should look for transparent wine decanters, amongst other options. These fit perfectly into the overall concept of a minimalist interior and help to emphasise this particular style even more effectively.
Fans of rustic décor will also find plenty to suit their taste in the wide selection of wine decanters. Here, it can certainly be worth being a little more “bold”, particularly when it comes to choosing the right colour. How about, for example, combining dark colours in the wine decanter with dark solid wood furniture?
A table setting also looks particularly harmonious when the colour of the wine carafe is coordinated with the design of the matching wine glasses.
When are wine decanters used?
Many wine connoisseurs associate the use of a wine decanter with a special social occasion. Whether for an anniversary or a milestone birthday, a wine decanter is considered one of the visual highlights of the table.
Nevertheless, it is important not to forget in this context that a wine carafe is an accessory that scores points for more than just its decorative value. Rather, using a wine carafe can also have a positive influence on the taste of a wine.
Consequently, many wine lovers have in recent years started using their wine carafes in a more informal setting, for example during a cosy evening in front of the TV. Thanks to its ease of use, the enhanced flavour it imparts and its stylish appearance, the wine carafe has become a stylish staple in many households.
Crystal wine decanters as visual highlights
Apart from the fact that a wine decanter can help a wine develop an aromatic flavour and separate the sediment, there is no doubt that – depending on the model – it is a visually appealing highlight.
Even though wine decanters are now made from many different materials, the crystal glass models are undoubtedly very special pieces. It is not only their transparent appearance that is impressive, but also the fact that they make serving wine a particularly pleasant experience.
While the more basic models feature subtle indentations and patterns, the more eye-catching decanters often impress with their distinctive colours and designs. Every wine lover should find it easy to quickly find one or more favourites here.
Port wine decanters – serving port in style
Port wine decanters have been designed to meet the specific needs of this classic wine. Anyone who appreciates this comparatively strong wine should definitely consider the benefits of a suitable port wine decanter. Another special feature: port wine decanters can be used with a wide variety of port wines. You can find a selection of port decanters here, which we are constantly expanding.
Whether enjoyed on its own or as part of a festive meal, this accessory ensures that this special drink receives exactly the attention it deserves. And, thanks to the specific shape of the wine carafes, the wine sediment can be separated from the wine with ease.