Decanting is a process that both removes the natural sediments in wine and allows aged wine to breathe and get some air before serving. There is a growing population of wine hobbyists in Manila Philippines. Learning the basics to wine preparation is essential to the pursuit of wine appreciation as a worthy hobby.

March 15, 2011

If you think that decanting is a ritual only for fining dining in restaurants, think again. Decanting is a process that both removes the natural sediments in wine and allows aged wine to breathe and get some air before serving. For your fancy and vintage red wine and any Port that is more than three years of age, decanting is both practical and a great way to truly enjoy your drink. Here’s how.Allow the wine to set. Wine bottles are normally stored in a horizontal position. For long storage, the horizontal position is ideal, but this also means that the sediments in the wine will be left on the side of the bottle. To bring the sediments down to the bottom of the bottle, allow the wine to settle in an upright position for at least two to three days prior to serving. A couple of days of settling may seem like a long time, but remember that you want all of the small particles in the wine to settle at the bottom of the bottle, and not just the large fragments that are visible to the eye.Choose your decanter. Next, select a decanter for your wine. There are plenty of decanters available, some of which are more expensive than others. When choosing your decanter, look for the shape and the type of material used, instead of the price tag. Glass and crystal decanters are the best since these will not change the natural taste of the wine. Plastic, on the other hand, will sometimes react with the wine and change its taste. In terms of shape, the best decanters are wide, so that the wine will have plenty of air exposure in the decanter, allowing it to aerate. Prepare for decanting. Once the wine has already set, take the decanter and place it on a table. Light a thin candle and place it near the decanter, in such a way that you will be able to use the light from the candle to illuminate the neck of the wine bottle later on.Setting up the wine bottle. Take your wine bottle and carefully remove the cork and the wrapping around the neck of the bottle. Do this without shaking the bottle, so that the sediments that have gathered at the bottom of the wine bottle will not contaminate the rest of the wine. Make sure that the entire neck area of the bottle is cleared of packaging as well.Decanting. To actually decant the wine, take the bottle and hold it so that the label is facing upwards. Place the neck of the bottle near the candle flame so that you will be able to see the insides of the neck. Slowly pour the wine into the decanter while looking at the neck of the bottle and checking for sediments that may escape into the decanter. If there are sediments, return the bottle to its upright position and wait a minute or two until the sediment has returned to the bottle of the bottle.

Source; http://www.howtodothings.com/food-drink/how-to-decant-red-wine

Foodies and wine lovers travel north from Manila to wine and dine at Philippines’ best fine dining restaurant in Pampanga Clark Freeport worth the 60-minutes drive for a memorable evening of good food with vintage wine at Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar

This fine dining restaurant is also famous for its low carbohydrates “low carb” dishes highly recommended for frequent diners who are on a low fat food and favor healthy food. This is a unique restaurant that can help frequent diners maintain a healthy diet and enjoy delicious fine dining cuisine at the same time. Vegetarian dishes are a specialty here also and so are “halal” cuisines also.

Favorites of frequent diners, foodies and wine lovers are steaks, Wagyu, Foie Gras, lobsters, venison, kangaroo loin, osso buco, veal chops, Kurabuto pork, escargots and a good selection of cheeses to enjoy with fine Vintage port and Sauternes. Cuban cigars such as Monte Cristo, Cohiba, Upmann, Partagas, Romeo Julieta and Trinidad are also available in the Magnum Room which is a wine bar and lounge for before and after dinner relaxation. A good selection of Armagnac, Cognac, Single Malt, Vodka and other liquor is served in addition to the wine vintage wines some served by the glass.

Recent opinion survey of frequent travelers heading north towards Subic and Clark Pampanga revealed that the number one most frequently visited fine dining restaurant in Pampanga is Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar located in Clark Philippines.

Inquiries and reservations

Restaurant@Yats-International.com

(045) 599-5600
0922-870-5178
0917-520-4401

Ask for Pedro and Rechel

Http://www.YatsRestaurant.com

Getting to this fine dining restaurant of Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone Pampanga Philippines
How to get to this fine-dining restaurant in Clark Philippines? Once you get to Clark Freeport, go straight until you hit Mimosa. After you enter Mimosa, stay on the left on Mimosa Drive, go past the Holiday Inn and Yats Restaurant (green top, independent 1-storey structure) is on your left. Just past the Yats Restaurant is the London Pub.

Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar
Mimosa Drive past Holiday Inn, Mimosa Leisure Estate,
Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Philippines 2023

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