Newbie seeks Holiday Gift Advice: Wine Preservation Device or Essences/Aroma Kit?

[dananne]

For storing opened wine, most folks feel that the VacuVin isn't really effective -- about the same effectiveness as just putting the cork back. Most folks around here, I believe, use Private Preserve, which runs about 10 bucks a can (about 120 uses, if memory serves). I don't have much of an opinion about the aroma kits. My wife bought me one last Christmas, and we've pulled it out from time to time to play with it like a game. I believe the one she purchased is from Wine Enthusiast.

Welcome to the board!