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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 36 MIN

To Breathe or Not To Breathe?

from The Kosher Terroir · host Solomon Simon Jacob

Send a Text Message to The Kosher TerroirWe dig into the art and science of wine aeration, including the two chemical forces that change everything: evaporation and controlled oxidation. We break down “bottle stink” and why reduced sulfur aromas blow off fast, then explain how oxygen helps tannins polymerize so astringency softens and fruit and floral esters finally show up. We also draw a clear line between aerating wine and decanting wine, since one is about oxygen exposure and the other is often about separating sediment.Because this is kosher wine, we tackle the Mavushal factor too, and I share why Mavushal bottles often respond even better to a big glass, a proper decanter, or a quick Venturi aerator. Then we talk about the danger zone: older vintages, delicate Pinot Noir, crisp whites, and especially sparkling wine, where too much air can flatten the magic. Finally, we get practical with methods from swirling and double decanting to the controversial hyperdecanting blender trick, plus an “interval test” you can run at your Shabbat table to find a wine’s perfect window.If this helps you rescue even one special bottle, subscribe, share the show with a wine-loving friend, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find Kosher Terroir.Support the showwww.TheKosherTerroir.com+972-58-731-1567+[email protected] to Join “The Kosher Terroir” WhatsApp Chathttps://chat.whatsapp.com/EHmgm2u5lQW9VMzhnoM7C9Thursdays 6:30pm Eastern Time on the NSN Network and the NSN App

Send a Text Message to The Kosher Terroir We dig into the art and science of wine aeration, including the two chemical forces that change everything: evaporation and controlled oxidation. We break down “bottle stink” and why reduced sulfur aromas blow off fast, then explain how oxygen helps tannins polymerize so astringency softens and fruit and floral esters finally show up. We also draw a clear line between aerating wine and decanting wine, since one is about oxygen exposure and the other i...

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