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The Best Wine Aerators For 2023

Because who has time to wait for a bottle to decant?

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Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a casual imbiber, you’ve probably heard about letting a bottle of wine (particularly red wine) “breathe” after opening it. Here's what that's about: Doing so allows the wine to oxidize, which is supposed to increase the flavors of a wine and release its aromas. It also softens tannins, which in young wines can cause harshness and astringency. But if you're like us, waiting to sip on your favorite oaky cabernet sauvignon can feel like torture. (It's just like waiting for a steak to rest after it’s done cooking—we hate it!) We want our wine and we want it now.

Thankfully, wine aerators are a thing. These handy gadgets speed up the oxidation process. Instead of waiting a half hour or longer for those tannins to mellow out, an aerator can oxidize wine at the speed of a pour. It’s the best of both worlds—better tasting wine without the wait. Some wine aerators even come with filters to keep sediment and sulfites out of your glass, and even fancier models use pressure to pour wine out of a tap.

If you’re in the market for a wine aerator (which makes a great housewarming gift, by the way), we’ve rounded up our top picks to help you narrow down your options. Don't have one yet, but need your wine aerated this very moment? Supposedly a blender will do the trick, but it might freak out your pretentious wine friend, so read the room. (Though if you are looking for a blender, we've got some great picks, too.)

Our top picks

How we picked these wine aerators

Even though all wine aerators do pretty much the same thing—expose wine to air, quickly—there are several different ways this can be accomplished. You can pour wine through a funnel-style aerator, insert a pour-style aerator into the bottle's neck, or choose a gadget that uses pressure to push wine out of the bottle. This story includes options for all of the above, and at a range of price points to suit everyone’s preferred style and budget.

1
Best Splurge

Aervana Original 1-Touch Luxury Wine Aerator

Aervana Original 1-Touch Luxury Wine Aerator

Pros

  • Convenient pour spout
  • One-button operation

Cons

  • Expensive

Aerate and oxidize your favorite wine at the push of a button with the Aervana Original 1-Touch Luxury Wine Aerator. It uses pressure to aerate and dispense wine out of a convenient wine tap. You don’t even have to lift the bottle to pour yourself a glass of wine—just press the button at the top and boom! Perfectly aerated vino.

One reviewer on the product page notes that in addition to aerating wine, it also seals the wine bottle perfectly. “I don’t waste half a bottle or feel like I HAVE to finish it,” they wrote. “It really does make enjoying wine next-level and is worth the cost hands down!”

2
Best Budget

ZORTUNG Wine Aerator With Filter and Purifier Stand

ZORTUNG Wine Aerator With Filter and Purifier Stand
Now 28% Off
Credit: ZORTUNG

Pros

  • Inexpensive
  • Built-in filter

Cons

    Simple yet effective, the ZORTUNG Wine Aerator With Filters and Purifier Stand is a budget-friendly way to aerate wine. Simply hold it over a glass and pour the wine through the aerator, which has a strainer to filter out impurities.

    One reviewer says this product is “not a gimmick” and really does change the taste of both cheap and expensive red wines.

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    3
    Best Pourer

    Rabbit Super Aerator

    Rabbit Super Aerator
    Now 50% Off
    Credit: Rabbit

    Pros

    • Easy to use
    • Inexpensive

    Cons

    • Hand wash only

    If holding an aerator over a glass and pouring wine through it requires more coordination than you can handle (no judgment), a pour-style aerator works just like pouring a regular ol’ bottle of wine.

    The Rabbit Super Aerator is a prime example of this. To use, simply insert it into the bottle neck and pour. As the wine flows down, it’s forced between the inner and outer chambers of the aerator, which effectively oxygenates it. When you’re done using the tool, note that it’s hand wash only.

    A reviewer on the product page notes that it “works just like what we thought it should” and gives wine a “smooth taste.”

    4
    Best Funnel

    Vinturi Wine Aerator

    Vinturi Wine Aerator
    Now 37% Off
    Credit: Vinturi

    Pros

    • Quick aeration

    Cons

      Quickly aerate an entire bottle or just one glass of wine with the Vinturi Wine Aerator. It’s a funnel-style aerator that makes a unique sound when wine is poured through it, which the company notes is unique to Vinturi aerators and lets you know that you’re doing it right.

      A reviewer calls this aerator “the standard.” “I’ve tried multiple aerators but this is the best,” they wrote.

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      5
      Best For Removing Sulfites

      Üllo Wine Purifier

      Üllo Wine Purifier
      Now 25% Off
      Credit: Ullo

      Pros

      • Filters out sulfites
      • Dishwasher-safe

      Cons

        If you’re sensitive to sulfites, the Üllo Wine Purifier is a solid option. It’s another funnel-style aerator, however the wide design allows you to actually place it on top of a glass of wine, decanter, or carafe for added convenience. It claims to remove only artificial sulfite preservatives and leave in flavorful natural wine compounds.

        A reviewer with a sulfite allergy says that it allows them to enjoy a glass of wine without adverse reactions. It’s dishwasher-safe, to boot.

        6
        Best Stainless Steel

        J.A. Henckels ZWILLING 18/10 Stainless Steel Decanter

        ZWILLING 18/10 Stainless Steel Decanter

        Pros

        • Durable stainless steel
        • Stopper for easy storage

        Cons

          Part of Zwilling's collection of Sommelier Accessories, the Zwilling's 18/10 Stainless Steel Decanter is perfect for entertaining and makes a great gift. It’s a pour-style aerator that employs an integrated spiral system to aerate wine, with a stopper feature for easy storage.

          On the product page, a reviewer notes that they received it as a housewarming gift and it “makes all the difference in the world.”

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          7
          Best Coravin Attachment

          Coravin Timeless Aerator

          Coravin Timeless Aerator
          Credit: Coravin

          Pros

          • Aerates precise amounts of wine

          Cons

          • Only for use with the Coravin Wine System

          If you’re the proud owner of a Coravin, this helpful attachment allows you to also aerate your wine as it pours—all while keeping the cork on. The Coravin Timeless Aerator forces wine through 24 carefully placed holes to increase the amount of wine that gets exposed to air. It supposedly yields “silky, smooth, and aromatic results” that’s equivalent to 60 to 90 minutes in a decanter.

          A reviewer on the product page notes that this product is “especially useful if you forget to decant wine before cooking dinner and you’re ready to start enjoying it.”

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