http://www.napatechnology.com/winestation_overview.html
So this isn't really an article, but it's the system I've been talking about. This is a system that preserves an opened bottle of wine for about 60 days. This is significant because an open bottle of wine, depending on how much air it get can go bad ranging from a few hours to a few days if less. This tool available for both private and commercial use, inserts a long tube into the wine bottle for dispensing but also has another tube that injects nitrogen or argon gas. Since the nitrogen or argon gas is replacing the air that would normally destroy the wine, the wine can be used for weeks or until it obviously runs out.
This is a big deal for guest of a restaurant or hotel that only want one glass of wine. Traditionally if a guest wanted a glass of wine and didn't want to purchase a whole bottle, the bottle of wine would go bad if not used quickly enough. This system allows the bottle to be opened and serve individual glasses without any change to the wine. Personally if I were a restaurateur I would much rather spend whatever amount of money this system cost in place of throwing out a $60+ bottle of wine every time a guest wanted a glass.
This is a really exciting machine. I agree with you that it is going to make thing very interesting for the business because it will allow a much higher rate of profitability and even customer relations. One thing that I think is cool about it id that it has VIP capabilities. Customers can actually set up a monthly payment systems where the machine will track the tab of any guest. That creates a much more comfortable atmosphere and in a business that depends of repeat customers that is perfect.
ReplyDeleteOne thing that concerns me though is the flavor of the wine. I have known people who can tell every minute detail of a wine just by smelling it. I wonder if this system would change any properties of the wine weather it be the taste smell or even the color. It seems like replacing something in the wine even if it is just the air it would change other aspect of the bottle. Wile I agree that the preservation of wine is important I don't think it is more important than the wines original properties.
This machine does seem pretty amazing, but it reminds me of a soda fountain so I find it rather funny. I agree with andy though about changing flavors, colors, and aromas. However i do like the idea of the machine. One thing i might have missed is what if you want the full bottle if you enjoyed one that much. It is a great way to taste and explore different wines though.
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