Sommelier Tests 10 Wine Gadgets | World Of Wine | Bon Appétit

[@SnazBrigade]

I think a few of these devices are more aimed towards "old fellow who still likes wine but has arthritis and can't swirl the bottle as well, or can't grip the cork or corkscrew as tightly as he would need to". My dad uses an electric wine opener just cause he can't actually use the key anymore

[@Pandameter13]

It's surprising how many people overlook the less-abled demographic when looking at devices, especially stuff like this that would have been infomercial or SkyMall products before the internet

[@pd94832]

Yup! Was going to leave a comment saying basically the same.

[@iveycrutchfield607]

Absolutely! Felt like he was missing the point on some of them! Yes, we all know you, a trained professional with no physical limitations can do all these things, but not everyone is you or physically capable!

[@amanasd26]

Yeah, I usually like Andre, but I felt he was being ableist and snooty here. I don't like when people gate-keep and this felt like one of those times.

[@tiffanyedavenport863]

Yes! I was going to make a comment about people with hand dexterity issues.

[@KhushiSingh-hb9hr]

I think something like the electric wine opener definitely has a place beyond it being a fun thing, especially for people with mobility issues or older people who just might not be able to grip a wine key the same way.

[@laurahodges4697]

I live in an over 55 community and it's a hot item to have here!

[@gillpop]

For someone with TWO (count ‘em) types of arthritis, it definitely makes a difference. It was one of the best birthday gifts I’ve ever gotten.

[@Piolas_Antrax..]

❤

[@nv1573]

It is bad because it punctures the cork all the way through and you're guaranteed to have cork in your wine with that electric opener. Your wine is basically ruined using it.

[@matteframe]

A tiny bit of cork won't 'ruin your wine'

[@spencerkr5778]

Andre's videos spurred me on to go on a journey of trying over two dozen wines, and in the end I figured out... that I don't like wine. But I had an amazing time and learned a lot and I'll always be grateful!

[@kingoffongpei]

I'm sort of on the same journey right now. Never liked wine, but thought maybe I just haven't had any good ones. Thankfully he did the budget wines videos and I'm trying some. So far I still don't really think I'll ever really like wine, but I can at least tell that there are better wines than ones I had before.

[@everythingsalright1121]

Just save your money and buy a drink you actually will enjoy instead of buying expensive wine :3

[@alexbarber1566]

*grapeful

[@jamegumb7298]

I like to drink a nice wine with some food at times, but am not going to spend €800 on a bottle.

[@jackiedungan]

Andre’s outfit choice is giving off strong Paddington Bear vibes and I’m not gonna lie, I love it.

[@SupremeShuckle]

I was getting “lighthouse keeper”

[@dianapennepacker6854]

I get 90s hip hop vibes meets hipster. Add a giant analog clock on a thick gold plated chain. Or an 80s rock band. He has a weirdly shaped top head. Total opposite of Dr. Mike (the one on roids).

[@sterkriger2572]

This sommelier looks like he’s gonna take me offshore fishing and it gonna be the time of my life

[@jimmullenax2872]

Andre always brings the laughs. I was dying at the wine condom too

[@1Jetsurf]

He's hilarious and down to earth. Him laughing about the wine condom. Saying it has a place in the market is a perfect example of him.

[@pilsplease7561]

I have a friend who is a wine nerd that makes dirty jokes about wine and stuff and is kind of a savage owns a wine store and everything should give him a box of the wine condoms just for lols.

[@juliogomez2749]

He zesty lmao

[@SirWussiePants]

The 2 that are of any use are the Vacu Vin (I love mine) and the Electric Wine opener would be great for older folks who's strength is diminished or people with physical issues that make it hard to uncork a bottle.

[@tinybadastronaut]

I was thinking the same thing about the electric wine opener. It would definitely be a useful tool for those who might not be able to open a bottle the traditional way.

[@soozempen814]

This is 100% true for the electric opener. Bought one for my parents (in their late 80s) recently and it's been a game changer for them being able to open and enjoy a bottle of wine now and then.

[@vinceslapchopper]

I have just opened a bottle tonight, a Corbières to be precise, and goodness the cork was a pain in the neck to get out at first. I would not have been able to pull it out if I were in my golden years for sure.

[@gillpop]

Two kinds of arthritis here, and it is a necessary part of my gadget collection in the kitchen, along with my food processor and vitamix blender. Anything involving hard grips and excess twists goes to the gadgetry section.

[@realrapfan5771]

No

[@jamesdrummond7684]

André: hated everything. also André: "that was pretty fun"

[@antonetwas2415]

Now you understand haters

[@OG_Mereles]

André: 'You should not be influenced [...] what really comes down to is enjoying the wine' Also André: [...] 'and they have one of these, you probably want to leave'.

[@skatcat31]

the electric wine opener is REALLY GOOD for those whom have mobility issues. I could easily see some of my relatives using it

[@dennythewinenerd]

Someone gave me one of those electric wine openers for my birthday about 10 years ago. I ended up liking it so much, when it broke after several years, I replaced it. As an old guy, I appreciate the lazy it inspires! :D But if I want to make a presentation, I will always go back to the wine key.

[@alexhook9151]

I absolutely love Andre. I want him to be my neighbor or something. The block parties would be hilariously fun. He so funny and legit.

[@molecularbandit]

The last 2 items to me were made for people with arthritis or hand grip/strength disfunction or some other disabilities that may make it difficult or impossible to open a bottle wine without assistance. So these would be absolute game changers for those people and make enjoying a bottle of wine much more pleasurable and less painful

[@iggywow]

I'm sure you could put the sparkling wine opener on over the cage as well to avoid that safety concern. so you just undo the wire and pull cork out with the cage.

[@maxvega5597]

Nah

[@johnr797]

​@@maxvega5597uh what?

[@adamdubin1276]

It was after one of my cousin's birth, my grandfather was opening a bottle of champagne to celebrate, could not get the cork out so he looks at trying to figure out what was going on... and then the corked smacked him in the face. All of the pictures of the event feature him with a very impressive black eye.

[@ChesterManfred]

Ouch

[@xenophobiac4570]

Regarding the wine filter that supposedly removes sulfites; the packets you use are either activated charcoal or bentonite clay. That’s the residue you see on top of the wine.

[@rachelnardone910]

I love how knowledgeable he is without sounding pretentious. You can tell he’s passionate but doesn’t take himself too seriously

[@amanasd26]

he was definitely being pretentious in this video. "I woudn't use that" "traditionally it would be done like..."

[@apexxxx10]

@@amanasd26 0:54 *Dude Sommelier Andre with red headgear! STOP INSULTING US! STOP EXCLUDING US. The Metric world. ASIA, AUSTRALIA and EUROPE. Don’t be an A-hole. Include CELSIUS - Centigrade. In Vino Veritas, right?*

[@NeutralMjolkHotel]

@@amanasd26 cautioning people on borderline scam products is not pretentious

[@evanflynn4680]

Wine nerds are all about the wine.

[@amanasd26]

@@NeutralMjolkHotel most were not scam products

[@birdonline2751]

i love how passionate this guy is about wine while also being like "you do not need this machine that does exactly one thing and takes up a ton of counter space". people conflate passion for things like wine or coffee or food in general with snobbery but it's just that if you really like something you generally want it to be the best it can be

[@Waskomsause]

Also, that wine swirling stand, 100%, is mostly gonna be for people whi have BAD mobility issues.

[@FuzzyPuppetFactory]

This guy is so elevated in his knowledge, but down to earth in his character and understanding. Truly someone who fits in with any crowd, I think.

[@mediamonk100]

I actually have the Venturi and the electric bottle opener. Yes, I am lazy, but the electronic bottle opener is fast and super easy to use. I usually run my wine through the Venturi into a decanter, works great!

[@TheOfficialDaBoogaloo]

It makes me so happy to see all of the amazing recognition that Andre's been getting online the last few years!

[@cameronbatko]

Always great when BA drops an Andre video!

[@jte7438]

If you want to prevent drops spilling down the bottle, but can't get the hang of swirling it, just tie a piece of cloth around the neck of the bottle. Cheap, easy, and looks kinda classy.

[@nathannoto8162]

Andre is quite simply… THE MAN. 🎉🎉🎉

[@Zelijahrs]

“It definitely won’t make your wine taste any better. and you might loose an eye.” 😂

[@davidfriedland8255]

For me, the big advantage of the aerator devices is they are much easier to wash and dry than a glass decanter. They are such a hassle to get fully rinsed out and then develops spots if left to drip dry, so requires fishing a dishtowel into the narrow neck and kind of flopping it around and hoping to sop up all the drips. No thank you. If you have one that is dishwasher-safe, that might save you some time but for me it will definitely still develop spots and it takes up an enormous amount of space. With an aerator all I have to do is rinse it off and set it aside to dry. Occasionally it will develop a red stain which is easily fixed with a brief bath in a bleach solution.

[@marcwhiskey]

Most of these are gifts that non wine people buy for wine people. The marketing on most of it makes it seem more practical than it really is.

[@crimsonghost9879]

It's nice to see Morpheus talking about his hobby with this much passion.

[@ethancrisp3491]

I have the electric wine opener because I can't for the life of me figure out a normal one. It always ends up taking a bit more effort and then I pull too hard and spill everywhere. Pressing a button and having it come right off is so nice lol

[@rode-jx4oo]

The ullo device has allowed me to drink wine again without feeling terrible. LIFE CHANGING!!!

[@randomliciousable]

Any one that has sulphites as a migraine trigger. Would give it a go. Also not got the budget or palette for expensive wine so if i want to enjoy wine safely. It is the way to go.

[@kellinomnom]

I'm have EDS, long story short by body does not create or repair collagen correctly, and I'm going to buy that last device. I can dislocate the bones in my hand when trying to uncork a bottle. That thing is amazing!

[@julieschnorenberg5370]

More Andre!! Love him! He just cuts through the bs and is knowledgeable, hilarious and real! More Andre!!

[@apexxxx10]

0:54 *Dude Sommelier Andre with red headgear! STOP INSULTING US! STOP EXCLUDING US. The Metric world. ASIA, AUSTRALIA and EUROPE. Don’t be an A-hole. Include CELSIUS - Centigrade. In Vino Veritas, right?*

[@viesos2924]

Sir, what a lovely unboxing. Fully agree to all approvals and disapprovals of yours. Wine drinking experience is so much a simplier pleasure than some of those gadgets suggest. Soutions for solving no real problem at all. 😂

[@ARPLATINUM]

LOVE our cooper cooler, especially for canned drinks. 1 minute and they don't explode after spinning. So great.

[@johnr797]

Why not just put them in the fridge?

[@Waskomsause]

@@johnr797 In the fridge can take up to an hour to chill. Devices like that mimic putting it into a freezer, in a bowl of ice water, which can 100% make them explore.

[@lindahoover1077]

Agree with others on the electric opener. I live in an over 55 community. It is popular here. I personally have arthritis & painful joints. It’s hard to grasp and I drop things. This item is handy.

[@Andromansis]

I want to see this same set of gadgets given to the guy that reviews kitchen gadgets for accessibility. Andre's angle of attack on it was very much appreciated but like that last one smacks of an accessibility gadget.

[@nom6758]

more like we would both rather see it inspected by a guy without a pretensions, and actually intellectual, perspective. Something more than above surface level "content" if you will.

[@vast9467]

@@nom6758 this guy was never being “pretensions”

[@alexbourelly6527]

I agree the vacu vin is a must but I couldn’t disagree more about the electric cork screw. I uncork a bottle every day (with few exceptions). Two years ago my daughter bought me an electric corkscrew and I use it to open the vast majority of my bottles. Unlike the hand screws, you hit the cork dead center with the electric screw 100% of the time. No more savaged corks. Mine has a blue light - looks really cool. And for $21, you’ll never regret it!

[@mfb6310]

I agree on all except maybe the last one, only cuz I'm 64 and a bit arthritic in the hands. It might help. And I totally agree on the french kicking out someone who brought in that aerator. OMG my parents (mom was french, dad well traveled) are rolling in heaven too!!

[@rileylawson9958]

I think the electric wine opener is great for those with mobility issues!

[@TripleXMango]

16:37 I feel that it’s also worth mentioning, tools like these can be a life changer for those who are not as able bodied as others. My godmother had severe arthritis late in life, and needed a lot of accessibility aids. If she had been into wine, I’m sure she would have had one of these.

[@katy8605]

I bet every time they film one of these, the staff has a lot of bottles to consume right after.

[@Bigparr43]

My mom has had the exact same Secura wine opener for many years but in a different color and it is a godsend for her (especially now that she has developed Rheumatoid Arthritis) and it was for me when I was living with her, since she would ask me to get her a glass of wine while whe cooked. I think the thing that needed to be noted here is how fragile and brittle/crumbly some wine corks can be. The wine opener REALLY helped with the natural corks. Plus, it does come with the shears to cut the top seal off instead of searching for a pull tab or using a knife to cut it off manually. If i were a wine person, i would buy one of those in an instant

[@StephenMorrisonTheSearchable]

Only thing I kept waiting for him to consider is how some of the seemingly cheesier devices might actually be really helpful to folks with some physical disabilities.

[@denzyno]

"He is to wine what Seth Rogen is to weed" - My girlfriend

[@isocle]

I think something worth calling out is that there are a lot of people with more limited mobility of their hands. Things like the electric opener could be very useful to someone with limited dexterity due to any number of medical issues.

[@NopeIdontcare]

A dear friend of mine named those tops for the Vacu Vin "Pumpolotti" because we did pump a lot with them back in our bartending days. Big fan of those!

[@koroxus]

Every time a video with this guy pops up it's gold

[@EmmaElizabethX]

I bought my mom an electric wine opener years ago, she has arthritis that makes it hard to physically open, so this makes wine more accessible for her. Great gadget!!

[@bruce1947]

It's so great to finally have good wine content on youtube

[@kellenholt6655]

Was really hoping you'd include the Coravin system in this roundup. We have one and overall have been happy with it, but I find it does have a few flaws. It has saved us a lot of money overall though which is a win in my book.

[@Josh-ww7mp]

The electric opener is helpful with arthritic hands

[@word42069]

The last two seem helpful for those who might have arthritis.

[@susancollins9811]

A recent vineyard manager just had a lecture about why people think they should remove sulfites. Consumers think sulfites cause the reactions some get after drinkine wine i.e. headaches, etc. Its actually the histamines that cause these issues.

[@PeteAllen-x6b]

this is so emotional

[@Yamp44]

My mother has a lot of osteoathritis, so I can see her using an electric bottle opener, since she cannnot firmly grip anything now. But she doesn't really need it because she already has the best wine opener ever : my dad! ;)

[@matthewthomasdavis87]

Geez Andre is just fantastic in these videos. I could watch a whole show with this guy.

[@CarlosKTCosta]

Outch, that "pseudo wine lifestyle" remark when talking about the electrical opener went straight to my heart xD I gotta get a Vacu Vin, I can't drink Port as fast as the bottle asks for.

[@CCSMrChen]

In another world they are affectionately called “filthy casuals”

[@danny_on_the_move6315]

This is so amazing! Thank you for posting it!!

[@rahmed71]

Andre makes this so fun but educational... I wish he did more videos!

[@ene_ai]

Also worth noting on the electric wine opener is that its a great product for those with mobility or grip issues

[@KahluaBomb]

I could see that sparkling wine opener being useful behind a faster paced bar. Cheaper bubbles tend to get the cork stuck and with wet-ish working hands, they're neigh impossible to pop off without a struggle. this would make that a lot easier, but probably wouldn't only get used on a rare occasion. The electric ones are terrible, BUT make wine accessible to people who can't use a traditional servers tool.

[@michealpersicko9531]

that doesn't it make it terrible if its reat for the people it was designed for don't be ableist

[@ATinyWaffle]

The electric wine opener is actually a game changer for disabled people that aren't dextrous or strong with their hands. My parents have a very similar one and they love it.

[@Vankel83]

The vacuum pump to seal the wine is a must for me. I've had for several years, and I'll stand by it.

[@deeh9563]

I loved my Aero Vin! It was great to quickly decant a bottle into a vessel before a get together. But agree, I think it would be weird to use in front of guests, but as a prep step, yes.

[@ooooooo127]

André is the reason why I watch BA, he is a great host👏👏

[@CalvinLimuel]

Vacuvin is great. I've had several of those for years. I like wine, but I don't drink it often, or use it for cooking. So it really helps

[@jackarmstrong4051]

Man i really cant tell why i love this guy so much but i do haha

[@anonymoussource1]

The Vinturi gadget actually works very well. Would I break it out at a dinner party? No. But it definitely elevates my nightly red wine when I'm drinking by myself. The difference is notable.

[@arlimantalavera9545]

15:30 I know plenty of women that don't have the grip strength to be able to rotate the cork with the cage on the cork. This is actually a pretty good idea.

[@saulestasiulyte5569]

and people with disabilities that don't have the strength to open wine bottles!

[@arlimantalavera9545]

@@saulestasiulyte5569 Great point!

[@tedmccauley9319]

Some of my older friends like the electric cork remover because their hands have gotten bery weak, but agree a double hinged opener is best. I have also used the pump/air pressure needle method on older bottles with weak corks.

[@nathanielstove8662]

That wine you put in the rollercoaster, the Syrocco, is amazing

[@timz9862]

OMG, that spiral decanter… how would you even wash that after using it?

[@neergst]

The Vac-u-Vin is by far the best money anyone can spend on a wine "accessory" hands down. Coravin is for Study, Fine wine lists BTG and Collectors.. everything in between under performs IMO

[@kendallstark4302]

When BA drops an Andre video, I take notes.

[@original_demonic]

I like the fact that you go “I don’t personally like this, but it works”…a lot of these are either for theatre or for people who can’t open/airate/drink wine properly (as in just open and drink a bottle exactly how you want to). My nan has an electric opener because she has arthritis, and really shaky hands. It’s different for people who open a bottle for a night, not 20 bottles an hour as a sommelier, you said it was slow, and it is, but it’s like an electric can opener. If you have trouble and you’re using it once, maybe twice a day if that, it’s not as bad.

[@JonnyForReal]

"playtimes over" as he removes the condom 😂😂😂😂😂

[@uriel4108]

We've used vinturis in steakhouses since 2009. I dont really use them anymore, but they've definitely been around the industry for a while.

[@avarmauk]

I like a wine to decant slowly. Means you can kind of enjoy the evolution of the wine. I’m no connoisseur, but even I can tell the difference. Also helps me pace myself when drinking

[@Youtube.Commen-tater]

I find that putting young reds through a Vinturi into a nice decanter makes even the cheapest wine perfectly acceptable.

[@danielleadams4806]

🤣 well handled with the wine condom 😂

[@BusterKitten]

One of my daughters has a bad case of rheumatoid arthritis and some time back I got her an electric wine opener because she can't uncork a bottle on her own. It works well for her needs.

[@JPerryBeats]

13:58 “Maybe this is how they decant wine in the meth lab” 😂😂

[@eatmoremusic3650]

Andre is the man! I was hoping you would include the Coravin

[@wolfbrother9025]

Wait ppl don't know that alcohol and sugar give you headaches because they dehydrate you? I thought we all learned this our first time getting drunk in high school😂😂😂😂😂

[@msays1275]

Thx SO MUCH for reviewing all of these....was taken advantage of with one of these....omG!!!! Thank You Mr Mack!!! Love you❤❤❤❤❤

[@employee472]

NO WAY I DIDNT REALIZE ANDRE MACK WAS BACK!!!!!!!! MADE MY DAY

[@MRJazzygameplay27]

I didn't know Morpheus liked wine so much

[@Uhhhderrr]

Underrated comment

[@alexbarber1566]

devices for less-abled people such as the electric opener and grip are quite cool. Oldies all love their jar opening devices these days, really nice for arthritic etc

[@MrKittyAssassin]

"Oxygen is the enemy of wine and ruins it" "a decanter adds oxygen to wine to make it taste better" Which is it lol

[@toomanyaccounts]

Decanter is 20-60 minutes before serving.. You obviously never grasped what unripe, ripe, overripe mean

[@michaeljeanrichard4]

i want a cooper cooler for the sole purpose of putting a bottle of bubbly into it, dinner party + time bomb = a good story

[@lucaferraro100]

Hey, loved the video! As always The electrical one is really useful for older people or people that don't have enough strenght to pull a corck the traditional way 😊

[@DrRandallSavage]

Not even a wine fan, but the dude's personality kept me interested

[@billcook4768]

When I was younger, I dreamed of inventing a “cold microwave.”

[@CADguru78]

Check out the TriBella aerator. It's just a spout that aerates the wine as you pour. Works great without any fan fare or spectacle.

[@qwmx]

I'm pretty sure when he was demonstrating the proper pour technique, he still had wine drip down the bottle.

[@adamcavanaugh4940]

My local wine store has a cold water vessel that has a vortex. Drop your bottle on, shop around and it's chilled in a few minutes

[@eddieohearn17]

Thanks. Now you have given me a great idea for a pedal powered bottle opener to pull the cork for those people who want to have a great workout and then after have a glass of wine …. Sarcasm of course.

[@Keklan572]

If I'm opening a nice bottle of wine. I'm drinking the whole bottle.

[@realrapfan5771]

Everything he said was the most polite and honest way to say it don't try to make excuses for otherwise just listen

[@MartinaDuBois-gv1ff]

There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness.

[@stockicide]

When buying a decanter, my first thought was "How will I clean this?" Which is how I wound up with a glass tea pitcher as a decanter.

[@shlomster6256]

The electric wine bottle opener is very handy for the occasional bottle open...

[@tajinderdhaliwal151]

We need a.collab between André and Whiskey Vault Daniel and Rex... Make it happen ❤