Wine Accessories & Gear

The gear that actually matters β€” tested guidance on corkscrews, glassware, decanters, preservation and cooling.

The Best Corkscrews of 2024: Tested by Real Drinkers

From waiter's knives to electric openers β€” the corkscrews that never fail, ranked by value and reliability.

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The Best Wine Glasses for Every Style of Wine

Fine reds, crisp whites, sparkling β€” the right glass shape genuinely changes how wine tastes. Here's what to own.

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The Best Wine Decanters: Aerate, Sediment-Separate and Show Off

Does decanting actually help? Which shape is best? A practical guide to decanters that improve your wine.

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Wine Preservation 101: How to Keep an Open Bottle Fresh

Argon sprays, vacuum pumps, neutral gas and the fridge β€” the honest science of saving open wine.

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Wine Cellar Cooling and Storage: The Complete Beginner Setup

Temperature, humidity, racks and cooling β€” everything you need to start a small wine cellar at home.

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Wine Aerators: Do They Work and Which to Buy

Instant aeration is the fastest way to drink a young red tonight β€” here's how decanting-in-minutes works and which aerators earn their place.

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Wine Glasses Buyer's Guide: Which Glass Does Your Wine Need

Does the glass actually change the taste, or is it all marketing? The honest guide to wine glasses β€” and when a single decent stem beats a dozen shapes.

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Wine Preservation Systems Compared

From a $5 vacuum pump to a $300 Coravin β€” the honest breakdown of keeping an open bottle fresh and how much each method actually helps.

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Wine Bottle Carriers and Travel: Packing Wine Safely

Getting a good bottle from shop to picnic, or airline baggage to foreign cellar β€” carry methods that keep bottles intact.

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