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A drop of meltwater flows down an elegant bottle of expensive wine with an interesting label that promises an incredible bouquet of flavors. In a hot climate by the sea, the ice in a bottle-cooling bucket melts incredibly quickly, further cooling the hands of the person pouring the drink into glasses.
We don't always enjoy wine in such warm conditions, and not everyone likes to replenish their ice supplies frequently. So are there alternatives? Let's talk today about what wine coolers are available so that you can choose something to your taste.
Wine coolers as a gift
First, let's define the basics. Most wines should not only be tasted, but also stored at low temperatures. And wine cellars are best suited for the latter. In more modern versions and in the absence of a free basement, wine storage is organized in wine refrigerators or cabinets. Such devices maintain the required temperature and humidity, and are also equipped with shelves for bottles installed at a certain angle. This inclination ensures optimal moistening of the corks with liquid, which prevents them from drying out and collapsing, spoiling the taste of the wine.
As for cooling or maintaining the temperature in the bottle immediately before and during consumption, it comes down to smaller and generally simpler gadgets.
What are wine coolers?
If the bottle was taken from the cellar or refrigerator, it is important to keep the temperature from rising more than a few degrees. Another scenario - the drink is at room temperature, which negatively affects its taste. Therefore, it is necessary to cool the bottle and quickly enough before serving it to the table.
The first thing that comes to mind is the traditional wine bottle cooler - a bucket of ice. They cool regular and champagne wines. The most difficult thing here will be not to forget to prepare a supply of ice in advance. It is better to choose large cubes, they will melt slowly and cool quickly. The obvious consequence of melting ice will be unpleasant for some - a wet bottle, from which water drips onto the table and guests' clothes. This is a minor drawback, which can be avoided by choosing modern alternatives to an ice bucket.
The most similar to traditional accessories will be a wine bottle cooler in the form of the same bucket or vase, only without the need to use ice. Such models can act as a thermos thanks to several layers of metal or other materials that will maintain the temperature of an already cool drink. Others will actively cool the bottles thanks to packages with a refrigerant neatly hidden inside such a bucket. These bags or plastic cases with gel just need to be kept in the freezer in case of spontaneous wine tasting. It seems similar to the story with ice, but it's much simpler. And another advantage of such coolers is their aesthetics. They are made from a variety of materials in different price segments, so it is very easy to choose an option for the most demanding wine connoisseurs.
A wine cooler case seems more original. Depending on the design, this format can suit both a home environment and a purely picnic option. The principle of operation is the same as in the previous format, the only difference is in the execution. The bags with refrigerant are sewn into a bag or literally a case that is put on the bottle after preliminary freezing. In a minimalist version, such an accessory may seem like an analogue of a white napkin on a bottle to avoid drops. Camping models may have handles for easy transportation and even additional pockets for accessories such as a corkscrew.
You can also pay attention to the most disguised wine coolers, which are difficult to guess. Some creative manufacturers offer a wine decanter with a cooler. In essence, this is a wine decanter or a decanter for a glass drink, standing on a minimalist matte stand. It is this stand that is frozen before being used to cool the drink.
So, there are actually a lot of options. And we haven't even mentioned wine sets with a cooler, which are equipped with everything you need to enjoy your favorite drink. Fortunately, the online store of elite gifts Fama presents a large selection of wine coolers as a gift of various types and designs. Therefore, choosing the right option for you will not be difficult.
