Riddle Your Wine Chic

by Tina McCarthy on January 12, 2010 in Shelter

With all the wine and food pairings I’ve been road testing, I’m on my way to becoming a connoisseur. The only problem? I need some stylish storage for my new hobby, of course!

Released just in time to save them from a life in the pantry, the Riddling Wine Rack from sponsor VivaTerra is at the very top of my wish list (ahem, friends and family). This chic and functional piece of décor is named after a process utilized in the renowned wineries of France. Better known to the French as remuage, riddling is a method in which winery workers frequently turn aging bottles of Champagne stored in similar racks called pulpits. What a perfect piece to spark conversation (and show off your knowledge) at your next wine and cheese party!

DISCUSSION

Todd Beckwith
January 13th, 2010 at 10:52 AM
It’s a very nice looking piece but remember that wine needs to be cared for. Especially bottles that you are keepiong for awhile. I find most wines available in stores need one to five years more aging to be at their best. I drink old-world, low intervention wines. The opposite of the California style of wine making. So remember that temperature fluctuation, vibration and humidity hurt wine. Perhap it would be better to invest in a small wine refrigerator. Not all are created equal so research them before purchasing one.