Luigi Bormioli Esperienze Crystal-Glass 88-Ounce Decanter |  | Brand: Luigi Bormioli
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $40.00
Buy New: $29.95
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Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 6,057
Batteries Included: No
Clothing Size: 88 oz.
Size: 88 oz.
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0
Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 7 x 10.1
Model: 08739/01
UPC: 032622011614
EAN: 0032622011614
ASIN: B000P52OYK
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 88-ounce decanter measuring 7-8/9 by 7-8/9 by 10 inches | | • | Blown from pure, lead-free crystalline glass | | • | Concentric ripple design increases wine's oxygenation | | • | Safe for use in the dishwasher; made in Italy | | • | Smooth, beadless rim; tint- and tarnish-free |
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Product Description
Luigi Bormioli used only the finest sands and raw materials to produce crystalline glass that is purely transparent, completely free from tarnishes, tints, and imperfections. Through an innovative cold-crack procedure and careful fire-polishing, the rims of Luigi Bormioli stems and tumblers retain the beadless edge found on the world's finest crystal. Designed with Italian precision and manufactured with Italian craftmanship, Luigi Bormioli's blown crystal glass provides you with the elegance and practicality that you deserve. Dishwasher safe yet beautiful enough for all of your entertainment needs, our stemware, tumblers and serveware allow you to experience fine Italian glassware while meeting the demands of your everyday life.
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Great value for superb wine aeration and a fun bit of table theater. January 18, 2008
Joshua G. Feldman (New York)
24 out of 24 found this review helpful
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.
Experience this! December 22, 2008
Martin A Hogan (San Francisco, CA. (Hercules))
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This Italian made wine decanter is the best. Luigi Bormioli is a well known name in Europe and this finely made glass decanter works marvels. Meant for approximately one bottle of wine (750ml/32 ounces), but able to hold three (88 ounces), the wine slides along the glass until it passes over the concentric circles. These are unique to Bormioli, as this helps to facilitate the wine oxygenation, which improves the taste. I am told that you taste wine, but it is one of those rare treats where your nose is very important. The aeration creates the unique smell or aroma of each wine. The bubble at the bottom helps with any sediment collection.
Besides being a great way to make your wine taste better, it looks great on any table. Although it is said to be dishwasher safe, I simply rinse mine thoroughly with tap water and let it dry naturally. This makes a great gift too.
improves most white and red table wines May 9, 2009
blekenbleu
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Except perhaps for really young wines,
most benefit is obtained when the contents will be consumed within an hour.
We use this with the Cilio Stainless Decanter Drying Rack http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006RGLV
and Vinturi Essential Wine Aerator http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UPOJ5W
Luigi Bormioli Esperienze 88-Ounce Decanter March 27, 2009
Lisa Beckwith (Arizona)
A lovely Christmas gift for husband. We love it and would reccommend it as perfect decanter for your wine.
Turn a $10 bottle into a $30 / The best decanter and the least expensive in my collection May 4, 2009
Anonymous (United States)
The least appreciated part of enjoying reds is proper aeration.
Even a $10 bottle can rival a $30 if the cheap bottle is allowed to air, the escalating price points between a Caymus and Kendall Jackson is almost justified when you consider the complexity of a Caymus is forgiving enough for the well heeled neophyte to serve it right after corking as it it was beer.
But for the majority of us, an undeveloped palette can't fully appreciate the intricacies of a $120+, neither can most human ears fully appreciate a Mackintosh as well as an oscilloscope while both still taste and sound better than what we're accustomed to.
So in the meantime, decant for a few minutes, by the fourth bottle you might be unable to differentiate from the Bordeaux or the shampoo.
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