How to decant red wine

Have you ever opened a bottle of Red Wine, say, Merlot and poured a glass straight from the bottle only to find that it doesn't taste very good. Well, it could be because it hasn't been given enough time to decant.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Decanter or any glass container with a large open mouth to let the wine breathe.
• Cork Screw
• Bottle of Red Wine

1. Open The Bottle of Wine by using your cork screw and carefully removing the cork taking care not to break it in half.

2. 

   Pour your wine into a decanter about half full.

3. 

   Let it stand and mix with the air for 30 minutes to one hour before drinking.

4. Pour yourself a glass half full and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• Pour only a half glass so you can swirl the wine and smell it's bouquet.
• Don't drink and drive.