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There are two reasons why we decant wines: To enjoy young wines fully (up to 10 years for both red and white) consider opening them 8 â 12 hours prior to consumption for aeration, or decant the wine, as this shortens the aeration process.
Definition - What does Decanting mean? Decanting is the process of pouring wine into another container to separate out any sediment that has formed, and to aerate the wine to enhance the aromas and flavors. Wines both young and old can benefit from the complexities and enhanced taste that comes from decanting.