Decanting a wine that has been stored in a bag-in-box or alternative packaging is a simple process that can help improve the overall taste and aroma of the wine. While bag-in-box wines are designed for convenience and easy dispensing, decanting the wine before serving can help enhance its flavors and aromas.
Gather your supplies
Before decanting your wine, make sure you have all the necessary supplies on hand:
- A clean decanter or glass pitcher
- A wine glass
- A bottle of wine stored in a bag-in-box or alternative packaging
Open the box
Start by opening the box or alternative packaging of the wine. Most bag-in-box wines come with a spout for easy dispensing. Carefully open the box and remove the bag of wine from the packaging.
Pour the wine into the decanter
Next, carefully pour the wine from the bag into a clean decanter or glass pitcher. This process helps aerate the wine and allows it to breathe, enhancing its flavors and aromas.
Let the wine breathe
After pouring the wine into the decanter, let it sit for a few minutes to allow it to breathe. This process helps soften the tannins in the wine and opens up its aromas. You can swirl the decanter gently to help speed up the aeration process.
Transfer the wine to a wine glass
Once the wine has had a chance to breathe, carefully pour it from the decanter into a wine glass. This final step ensures that you can fully enjoy the wine’s enhanced flavors and aromas.
Enjoy your decanted wine
Now that you have decanted your wine, it’s time to sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass of wine that has been enhanced by the decanting process. Take a moment to savor the flavors and aromas of the wine, and appreciate the difference that decanting can make.