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Wine accessories that won't waste your money

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So many wine accessories exist and they are complete wastes of money.  These are wine accessories I actually use at my home.
 
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For those with mobility issues like myself, a wine key is useless, a wine rabbit is useless, the only option is an electric opener.  If you have arthritis or other arm mobility issues, this is the opener for you.
Cuisinart Cordless Wine Opener, Black
 
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For the normal folks out there not obsessed with being a “snobby sommelier wannabe” this is an easy as cake opener.  No need to do more work at home than you need to, life is hard enough, make shit simple.
OXO Steel Vertical Lever Corkscrew w/ Cutter
 
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Need cute and durable glasses for your boat or patio, these are it.  They have been in constant rotation in my home and on our boat for years now.
Munfix 32 Pack Plastic Stemless Wine Glasses
 
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Need blind tasting glasses that are durable, these are it.  No need to waste your way too breakable nice glasses for blind tasting.
Amazon Basics 19-Oz Wine Glasses, Set of 4
 
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Are you super trendy? If so, make your friends impressed… I guess and get these Champers glasses from Riedel, they are all the rage.
Riedel Winewings Champagne Glass, 26.17 oz
 
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Listen there is ZERO need to get a fancy ass decanter, that is purely for show and snob effect.  This is a beautiful, basic decanter that does everything you need, ooooh and it is super easy to clean.  Have you tried cleaning those fancy ass ones, good luck!
Riedel Cabernet Decanter
 
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I taste a lot of wine for work.  Yet, I rarely finish a bottle a week, I use this every single week.  It is key to tasting wine, or having a small glass and circling back in a month or a few.
Coravin Timeless Three Plus Wine Saver
 
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If you have to have a wine chiller, why have a boring ass one.
Charleston Summer Vibes 23 Wine Chiller
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You need to be able to take notes about those wines you like and also don't like so you don't make the mistake of ever drinking them again… and yes, there are a lot of wines I do not like.
Wine Tasting Journal with 100+ Sheets
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Open a bottle and close it back up with repour and then circle back in the next week or the next few!
Repour Wine Saver and Stopper - 10-Pack
 
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Okay, people will hate me for saying this- but these work great with sparkling wine for a day or two.  Just make sure you pump out that air.  They also help keep wine fresh for up to three days.
Vacu Vin Wine Saver Loop - Jade
 
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These are by far my favorite wine glasses.  The reds and whites, I use them all the time especially with guests.
Zwiesel Tritan Sensa Red Wine Glass Set of 6
 
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These are perfect for summers outside, by the pool or on a boat.  They keep your white wine cool without needing a wine chiller to lug around.
Host Wine Freeze Cup Set of 2 - 8.5 oz Grey
 
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Ignore the stupid name, these are great if you are traveling with wine.
4 Set Reusable Wine Bags for Travel
 
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Always good to have on hand.  I break these a lot!
2 Pack Wine Foil Cutter & Bottle Opener
 
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I am not girlie, so I like an insulated wine tote for picnics or visiting friends to go with everything I wear… so yea.  Also, this is a lil masculine and I love that.
Legacy Insulated Wine Tote Bag, Canvas
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Some of my favorite reusable, non breakable wine glasses.  We used these for years on our boat, by a pool, on your patio.
govino Go Anywhere Wine Glasses Set of 4
 
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Okay, kind of an accessory. These maps are absolutely beautiful and extremely useful if you study wine, want to learn about your favorite regions in a different visual way. I highly recommend them.
Wine Maps of the World – The Boxed Set
 
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I also recommend these wine maps- especially if you like more graphic design style. I have the entire set framed on my office wall and they help tremendously with my wine studies. Plus, maps are glorious.
Wine Folly - Complete Wine Map Poster Set
 
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I adore these maps. I have quite a few, I did win some in a giveaway and then purchased more. They are a lovely addition to your wall art.
Wine Map of Portugal- Gift idea for wine lovers
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All I have to say is you need a Champagne map corner... with a Champagne doorbell- i also have that listed here!
Wine Map of Champagne (La Cote des Blancs) | 50 x 100 cm | original gift idea for wine lovers
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I have this in a Champagne corner of my bedroom with two maps of Champagne. You need it- so do all your friends- such a fun gift!
Champagne Button Press Wall Decor Ornament
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A classic, gorgeous wine chiller to make your bar a little more upscale.
Black Stone 2 Wine Chiller
 
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If you are a science nerd and a wine nerd- this grape guide poster is a great thing to have on your wall!
De Long's Wine Grape Varietal Table