Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine. Today’s installment: How do I know when to decant a bottle of wine? “Firstly, it’s important to ...

Decanting isn’t just for show—it can completely transform your wine. From softening tannins in bold reds to preserving delicate aromas in aged bottles, sommeliers have precise methods for every style.

When the sommelier says, "Shall I decant that for you?" many restaurant diners begin to wish they had stayed home. Most people have no clue whether the Chianti they just ordered would be happier in a ...

Q: A few weeks ago I was at a fabulous restaurant in Montreal. I ordered a 2002 from the Nuits Saint Georges region of France. The waiter decanted the bottle by inverting it into the decanter and ...