A Degree’s Difference
I think my most favourite thing about this blog is when I get to write about Canadian companies that are doing something really neat. The good news is, there are plenty of them, and I’ve really only shared a handful with you to date. Today’s pick is one such option – Québec-based wine product enthusiasts, Ravi.
What is a Ravi you ask? It’s a handy gadget designed by Michel Dallaire designed to chill your wine as it’s ready to be served to the optimal temperature for a fuller, richer, more lip-smacking drink experience. The methodology is insanely simple once you get your paws on this gadget. Simply leave it in your freezer, and when you’re ready to pop the cork on a bottle of Pinot or Cabernet, attach it to your wine bottle, set the appropriate temperature, and pour. The genius thing about Ravi is that it chills the liquid, and not the bottle, to guarantee the full bouquet of each wine blend to fully burst to life with every sip.
The idea behind the Ravi is that most people – given very few of us can be considered seasoned wine sommeliers – tend to serve their reds too warm, because we’ve all been taught not to chill them. With the Ravi you basically get all the benefits of a slightly chilled wine cellar at your fingertips. To really up the experience, you can also buy the Modular Decanter to perfectly aerate your wine and chill it by attaching your Ravi.
Of course, Ravi can also be used for whites, or to chill your favourite liquors. If you’re nursing a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc over the course of a dinner party, keep it fresh and crisp with a run through the Ravi. Instead of serving up scotch on the rock, hand over a perfectly, instantly chilled glass to an honored guest at a special event.
The Ravi itself retails for $39.95, which is a heck of a lot more affordable than installing a wine cellar, especially when you consider it can be reused again and again. The carafe is $69.95, and together they make a great price point for an elegant wedding gift for all those soirees you’re bound to be headed to this summer. Individually consider either one of these sleek pieces as a surefire hit for your boss, parents, or that friend who may as well print up business cards that say hostess with the mostest. You can purchase Ravi online directly from the company, or check out their extensive list of retailers across Canada.
The thing I love about Ravi is you really don’t have to be a wine expert to appreciate a better glass of wine. In fact the Ravi site is designed to be a resource for all of us bumbling along with our bottles. Check out this part of the site that outlines what temperature your favourite sip should be served at – you’ll need it if you want to enter to win a Ravi for yourself. How you ask?
1) Leave a comment below by July 3rd telling me your favourite type of wine, and the optimal temperature it should be served at, according to Ravi.
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address / per household (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around July 4th to select the winner, who will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen in their place.
3) Entries are limited to Canadians that have reached the age of majority in their province. Quebec is not eligible to participate in this promotion.
4) Bonus Entry: I’d like some more Twitter followers. My handle is @cdngiftguide so start following, and drop your own Twitter handle in the comments below so I can credit you. Already a devoted follower? Just remind me in the comments.
Canadian Gift Guide 
Chardonnay @ 9-12 degrees Celsius 🙂
I am following on twitter. @PapaJ500
I like Sweet White Wines which should be chilled at 11° to 13° C (52° to 55° F).
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I prefer a Mature Vintage Red Wines the ideal temperature is 14-16 degrees C I follow you on twitter @janicour
sweet red wine at room temp
I follow u on twitter nrobak101
I like Complex Dry White Wines, which should be chilled at 9° to 12° C 🙂
Crisp, dry wine is my favourite…at 6 to 8 degrees please.
I like any kind of wine
Rose wines should be chilled at 6 to 8 degrees C. What a cool invention! #CGG2
Especially in summertime, my favorite “patio wine” is a crisp Sauvignon Blanc which should be served between 6° to 8° C or 43° to 46° F.
I like a Rose during the summer (6-8 deg C). And I’m following on Twitter @prairieplate
Burgundy is my favourite. 17° to 18° C 63° to 64° F is the optimal serving temperature. Thanks.
My favorite wine is a Sauvignon Blanc and it should be served at 6 to 8 deg. C.
cool real cool
I prefer Bordeaux which should be served at 17° to 18° C or 63° to 64° F!
I like Rose in the summer – served at 6 – 8 degrees
Folllowing you on twitter – sherrykinnear
Rosé Wines between 6° to 8° C!
Burgundy 17 to 18 C
Shiraz
Shiraz- served at 6 – 8 degrees
I like Sweet White Wines which should be chilled at 11° to 13° C (52° to 55° F).
My preference is definitely a good Sauvignon, served at a Suggested 6° to 8° C,43° to 46° F Temperature according to: Ravi.
although I don’t really check much.
I follow you on twitter-twitter name wildcardacehigh (louise gilbert)
and I tweeted
I love a great rose wine which should be chilled to 6° to 8° C.
I am following you on Twitter (@tjbugnet)
chardonnay at 9° to 12° C or 46° to 54° F
This sounds like a great gaget
follow on twitter – vesper1931
Rose wines at 6° to 8° C
Sweet White at 11° to 13° C
Pinot Noir is my favorite, 14-15 degrees i think but if i had a Ravi it would always be perfect!
Actually sounds perfect for straight vodka
chardonnay 9-12° C
my fave is chardonnay and it should be at 9-12 celsius
I like Burgundy around 16 c.
My favourite wine is Chardonnay, which is required to be chilled at 9° to 12° C
I prefer Chardonnay which should be served at 9° to 12° C.
following on twitter dmhaen
Dr Zen Zen Red at 6-8ºC
My favourites are the crisp dry white wines, like Pinot Grigio, Suggested serving temp is 6° to 8° C
I already follow as @skeetersden
I usually go for a Riesling or a Chardonnay which should be served at 9° to 12° C.
I love Rose Wine. 6-8 degrees chilled.
My Savignon Blanc should served at 6° to 8° C!
My favourite wine…sauvignon blanc….should be served at 6-8 degrees celsius! Following you on twitter now …I’m @lizzielou48
I love a chardonnay.
Bordeaux should be served at 17° to 18° C.
I follow on Twitter with @caromorin
Sauvignon 6-8 degrees celsius!
I follow on twitter with @shawneesand
My favorite type of wine is Chablis and it should be served at 11 -13 degrees Celsius.
I like any medium white wine nicely chilled
Riesling at 9 to 12 degrees C
I like red bergamais wine slightly chilled about 17-18 degree Celcius. . I would love to try the Ravi.
Chardonnay at 9-12 degrees celcius
red wine shiraz stored @54 degrees drink at room temp
I like any medium white wine nicely chilled
Chardonnay at 9° to 12° C
I prefer Rioja, which should be served between 9 and 12 degrees Celsius
I like Sauvignon and it should be 6° to 8° C
I follow on twitter @amym_brown
I really enjoy a Sauvignon; it’s best at 6° to 8° C.
I follow on twitter: @samantha_eves
I love Rosee wines which should be chilled at 6 to 8 degrees Celsius.
I like Pinot Grigio! And the optimal temp is…well cold! lol
I follow on Twitter! @rebthecatsitter
So satisfying yet so good for you. Bordeaux served at 17° to 18° C which is 63° to 64° F.
a Sauvignon Blanc at 6 – 8 degrees Celsius
I like a sweet wine, the suggested temperature is 11° to 13° C 52° to 55° F
Following you on twitter; @ginette4
my favorite is a chilled reisling
I really do love red wine (cabernet sauvignon) but I didn’t see a temp for it. So my second choice is a Rose wine which should be at 6° to 8° C
Rose wine is my favorite. Optimal temperature is between 6-8 degrees
I am following you @christinakroner
Chardonnay baby! 9° to 12° C… summer wine drinking 😀
I like sauvignon blanc which should be erred between 6 and 8 deg celcius
yum!
I love a mature Cabernet Shiraz, which is recommended to be served at 16° to 17° C
(61° to 63° F).
@Birdophile is following you on Twitter
reisling
chardonnay, at a nice comfy 9-12° C
I like a young fresh red wine and it should be served at 14-15 degrees celcius