The Party Set

A self aerating wine glass means that the glass has the ability to add air directly into wine without the need for a decanter or gadget like Vinturi.

Yes! While we specifically designed our wine glasses so you don't need decanters and aeration devices - that doesn't mean you have to throw them away! Decanters especially remain an elegant addition to wine enjoyment. 

Absolutely. Adding air into wine is incredibly important to the enjoyment of wine. Our glass notch helps make sure you have the ability to self aer even on those nights you don't feel like breaking out special devices.

Yes, adding air to any type of wine can help it "open up." Aerating wine however is especially important for Red wine of older vintages and higher alcohol content.

Varieties that benefit most from aeration include:
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon
Malbec
Petite Sirah
Nebbiolo
Bordeaux
Syrah

The suggested time to let wine breathe is about 1 hour once opened (uncorked). Swirling Taste of Purple self aerating wine glasses often will help increase air flow to the wine, and cut down on the time needed to let it sit.