Accessories

We tested lead-free and crystal decanters to find the best for aerating a standard 750ml bottle, easy cleaning, and gifting.

We tested insertable wine chiller sticks to find the ones that hold a chill without ice, pour cleanly, and fit a standard 750 ml bottle.

We tested insulated wine totes to find the ones that keep two or four bottles cool, protected, and easy to carry to dinners, picnics, and BYOB nights.

We tested hand-pumped and push-button air-pressure openers to find the easiest picks for everyday bottles, travel, and gifting.

We tested six 12-bottle wine fridges. A narrow Schmecké compressor wins on fit, finish and running cost, with quiet, low-clearance and budget picks.

We tested double-hinged wine keys for smooth cork pulls, sharp foil cutters, and all-shift durability to name the best waiter’s corkscrew for pros and home bars.