Catavino: How to Remove Wine Stains:From Port Saturated Luggage
Korrie
· 1 year ago
Ha! What a story! I'm glad for the tips though. Next time the girlfriend spills wine on herself (or our cat....also no comment) we'll know what to do!
Gerard
· 1 year ago
hi! Really a great, entertaining AND very informative story! Will keep it in mind if I go through a similar experience.... the only wine stain experience i've had until now involves tablecloth and salt.....
Tali
· 1 year ago
Oh what a story! I can only imagine your horror when realizing the disaster on the conveyor belt was yours to deal with! I don't have any home remedies. The only thing I've found to remove red wine stains is this red wine stain remover that I pick up from the liquor store. I know that doesn't help for an at home emergency, but I think any regular red wine drinker should have the large spray bottle variety on hand at all times! When I'm home next, I will look up the brand and let you know....
Korrie
· 1 year ago
Ha! What a story! I'm glad for the tips though. Next time the girlfriend spills wine on herself (or our cat....also no comment) we'll know what to do!
Gerard
· 1 year ago
hi! Really a great, entertaining AND very informative story! Will keep it in mind if I go through a similar experience.... the only wine stain experience i've had until now involves tablecloth and salt.....
Tali
· 1 year ago
Oh what a story! I can only imagine your horror when realizing the disaster on the conveyor belt was yours to deal with! I don't have any home remedies. The only thing I've found to remove red wine stains is this red wine stain remover that I pick up from the liquor store. I know that doesn't help for an at home emergency, but I think any regular red wine drinker should have the large spray bottle variety on hand at all times! When I'm home next, I will look up the brand and let you know....
Lesley
· 1 year ago
Man, I can feel your pain at seeing your clothes on the conveyor belt. That happened to my sister.
As for stains- I go with hydrogen peroxide. When I worked at the vets I came home everyday with, um, stains. Many of which were, um, stinky, dark and well I'll spare you. Anyway it worked for me.
Patti
· 1 year ago
LOVED this article, you have such a way with word! Even though I can attest to the working power of the Auntie method, it was still so funny to hear you tell the story in person when we arrived....the remaining drinks that survived were fabulous and we can only thank 'the powers that be' that no more bottles met this demise. Thanks for the giggle this afternoon!!! I don't have any sure fire cures for stain, but can say the one when you hold the cloth taught and pour hot water over it, works for the smaller stains. I use a stain stick and it works fine but it would be hard on such a large mess....."Spray and Wash"
Lesley
· 1 year ago
Man, I can feel your pain at seeing your clothes on the conveyor belt. That happened to my sister. As for stains- I go with hydrogen peroxide. When I worked at the vets I came home everyday with, um, stains. Many of which were, um, stinky, dark and well I'll spare you. Anyway it worked for me.
Patti
· 1 year ago
LOVED this article, you have such a way with word! Even though I can attest to the working power of the Auntie method, it was still so funny to hear you tell the story in person when we arrived....the remaining drinks that survived were fabulous and we can only thank 'the powers that be' that no more bottles met this demise. Thanks for the giggle this afternoon!!! I don't have any sure fire cures for stain, but can say the one when you hold the cloth taught and pour hot water over it, works for the smaller stains. I use a stain stick and it works fine but it would be hard on such a large mess....."Spray and Wash"
Reb
· 1 year ago
You have got to find the link to the video of how to clean red wine stains. That lady was amazing. I have never seen or heard such detail. It was really quite comical. I do like Knut's idea, especially if you happen to be able to afford new clothes at the time. Then again you could try claiming it all on insurance.
A new tip that I don't know how much I like, it came from a norwegian comic strip: just cut away the stained area. Violá - no more stain. It worked for him. :)
Lindsay
· 1 year ago
I second Knut's motion, but when that is not an economically viable option, I say reach for Carbona. The stuff is magical. My friend had an entire glass of red wine spilled on him at a party I threw and we used it on the spot to deal with the mess.
Knut
· 1 year ago
I have a tip: Use the opportunity to get rid of some old clothes and buy some new stuff :)
Bilingual Blogger
· 1 year ago
Wow, what a disaster! But you took a figurative lemon and made lemonade. :) Thanks for the detailed tips! Perhaps you can write another short entry about how to properly pack wine for traveling in suitcases? What happened to you has always been my fear.
Reb
· 1 year ago
You have got to find the link to the video of how to clean red wine stains. That lady was amazing. I have never seen or heard such detail. It was really quite comical. I do like Knut's idea, especially if you happen to be able to afford new clothes at the time. Then again you could try claiming it all on insurance. A new tip that I don't know how much I like, it came from a norwegian comic strip: just cut away the stained area. Violá - no more stain. It worked for him. :)
Lindsay
· 1 year ago
I second Knut's motion, but when that is not an economically viable option, I say reach for Carbona. The stuff is magical. My friend had an entire glass of red wine spilled on him at a party I threw and we used it on the spot to deal with the mess.
Bilingual Blogger
· 1 year ago
Wow, what a disaster! But you took a figurative lemon and made lemonade. :) Thanks for the detailed tips! Perhaps you can write another short entry about how to properly pack wine for traveling in suitcases? What happened to you has always been my fear.
Gabriella
· 1 year ago
Reb,
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
You have suggested a fantastic post, and I truly appreciate the idea. Thanks!
Oenophilus
· 1 year ago
Gabriella,
Pardon the schadenfreude, but this was truly enjoyable reading. We have ALL been at the conveyor belt, praying for our luggage - and more importantly our bottles - to arrive intact. It is refreshing that more of us are starting to write a little about the roles (good and bad) that wine plays in our lives. While talking about the industry, winemaking, and reviewing wines usually the blogger's focus, I have really enjoyed reading and writing about the context in which we live as winos.
Salud!
--Patrick
Gabriella
· 1 year ago
Reb,
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
<embed src="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/milk_does_wonders.swf" width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"> </embed> <font size="1">Milk Does Wonders! - The best home videos are here</font>
Gabriella
· 1 year ago
Bilingual Blogger,
You have suggested a fantastic post, and I truly appreciate the idea. Thanks!
Oenophilus
· 1 year ago
Gabriella, Pardon the schadenfreude, but this was truly enjoyable reading. We have ALL been at the conveyor belt, praying for our luggage - and more importantly our bottles - to arrive intact. It is refreshing that more of us are starting to write a little about the roles (good and bad) that wine plays in our lives. While talking about the industry, winemaking, and reviewing wines usually the blogger's focus, I have really enjoyed reading and writing about the context in which we live as winos. Salud! --Patrick
Janelle
· 1 year ago
Regarding future posts on this issue...I dont know if I would want Gabriella giving me advice on how to correctly pack wine in suitcases! :) Great post, and sorry about your disaster!
When getting out wine stains I have used baking soda mixed into a paste with hydrogen peroxide, Worked like a charm on my boyfriends shirt which I spilled wine on while we were at a restaurant. oops. When in the States last month I got a little wine remover stick thing, but haven´t spilled wine yet to try it.
Should I bring it when I go visit you?
Saludos, Janelle
Gabriella
· 1 year ago
Oenophilos- Thank you for the compliment on the story, and I agree wholeheartedly that wine spoken of in an informal and real manner is more enjoyable than purely on an analytical level. Why not share stories of when we suffered heartbreak, disaster and disappointment with wine, alongside stories of passion, surprise and enjoyment?
Janelle
· 1 year ago
Regarding future posts on this issue...I dont know if I would want Gabriella giving me advice on how to correctly pack wine in suitcases! :) Great post, and sorry about your disaster! When getting out wine stains I have used baking soda mixed into a paste with hydrogen peroxide, Worked like a charm on my boyfriends shirt which I spilled wine on while we were at a restaurant. oops. When in the States last month I got a little wine remover stick thing, but haven´t spilled wine yet to try it. Should I bring it when I go visit you? Saludos, Janelle
Gabriella
· 1 year ago
Oenophilos- Thank you for the compliment on the story, and I agree wholeheartedly that wine spoken of in an informal and real manner is more enjoyable than purely on an analytical level. Why not share stories of when we suffered heartbreak, disaster and disappointment with wine, alongside stories of passion, surprise and enjoyment?
Esther
· 1 year ago
Oh My!
I guess this story must have left you with new smelling memories recorded. Every time you're opening a bottle of Sandmanâs 2005 Vau Vintage Port, you will revive the airport drama!!!
I only tried the salt solution at home, which works fine with "normal" proportion stains. A handsome waiter equipped with stain spray will be of great use as well ;-)
Esther
· 1 year ago
Oh My! I guess this story must have left you with new smelling memories recorded. Every time you're opening a bottle of Sandmanâs 2005 Vau Vintage Port, you will revive the airport drama!!! I only tried the salt solution at home, which works fine with "normal" proportion stains. A handsome waiter equipped with stain spray will be of great use as well ;-)
All Comments
Man, I can feel your pain at seeing your clothes on the conveyor belt. That happened to my sister.
As for stains- I go with hydrogen peroxide. When I worked at the vets I came home everyday with, um, stains. Many of which were, um, stinky, dark and well I'll spare you. Anyway it worked for me.
As for stains- I go with hydrogen peroxide. When I worked at the vets I came home everyday with, um, stains. Many of which were, um, stinky, dark and well I'll spare you. Anyway it worked for me.
A new tip that I don't know how much I like, it came from a norwegian comic strip: just cut away the stained area. Violá - no more stain. It worked for him. :)
A new tip that I don't know how much I like, it came from a norwegian comic strip: just cut away the stained area. Violá - no more stain. It worked for him. :)
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
<embed src="<a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/milk_does_..."><a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/m...width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="<a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"..."><a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashpla...type="application/x-shockwave-flash">...;</embed>
<font size = 1><a href="Milk " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/watch/732526/milk_does_wonders/">Milk Does Wonders! - <a href="The " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/">The best home videos are here</font>
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
<embed src="<a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/milk_does_..."><a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/m...width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="<a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"..."><a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashpla...type="application/x-shockwave-flash">...;</embed>
<font size = 1><a href="Milk " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/watch/732526/milk_does_wonders/">Milk Does Wonders! - <a href="The " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/">The best home videos are here</font>
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
<embed src="<a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/milk_does_..."><a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/m...width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="<a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"..."><a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashpla...type="application/x-shockwave-flash">...;</embed>
<font size = 1><a href="Milk " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/watch/732526/milk_does_wonders/">Milk Does Wonders! - <a href="The " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/">The best home videos are here</font>
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
<embed src="<a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/milk_does_..."><a href="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/m...width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="<a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"..."><a href="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashpla...type="application/x-shockwave-flash">...;</embed>
<font size = 1><a href="Milk " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/watch/732526/milk_does_wonders/">Milk Does Wonders! - <a href="The " target="_blank">http://www.metacafe.com/">The best home videos are here</font>
You have suggested a fantastic post, and I truly appreciate the idea. Thanks!
Pardon the schadenfreude, but this was truly enjoyable reading. We have ALL been at the conveyor belt, praying for our luggage - and more importantly our bottles - to arrive intact. It is refreshing that more of us are starting to write a little about the roles (good and bad) that wine plays in our lives. While talking about the industry, winemaking, and reviewing wines usually the blogger's focus, I have really enjoyed reading and writing about the context in which we live as winos.
Salud!
--Patrick
Although this was not the original video we watched when researching ways to remove red wine, I did stumble across a really interesting method of removing stains - milk. Although I think we would have needed a few gallons, for those of you with small stains, a dab will do.
<embed src="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/732526/milk_does_wonders.swf" width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"> </embed>
<font size="1">Milk Does Wonders! - The best home videos are here</font>
You have suggested a fantastic post, and I truly appreciate the idea. Thanks!
Pardon the schadenfreude, but this was truly enjoyable reading. We have ALL been at the conveyor belt, praying for our luggage - and more importantly our bottles - to arrive intact. It is refreshing that more of us are starting to write a little about the roles (good and bad) that wine plays in our lives. While talking about the industry, winemaking, and reviewing wines usually the blogger's focus, I have really enjoyed reading and writing about the context in which we live as winos.
Salud!
--Patrick
When getting out wine stains I have used baking soda mixed into a paste with hydrogen peroxide, Worked like a charm on my boyfriends shirt which I spilled wine on while we were at a restaurant. oops. When in the States last month I got a little wine remover stick thing, but haven´t spilled wine yet to try it.
Should I bring it when I go visit you?
Saludos, Janelle
When getting out wine stains I have used baking soda mixed into a paste with hydrogen peroxide, Worked like a charm on my boyfriends shirt which I spilled wine on while we were at a restaurant. oops. When in the States last month I got a little wine remover stick thing, but haven´t spilled wine yet to try it.
Should I bring it when I go visit you?
Saludos, Janelle
I guess this story must have left you with new smelling memories recorded. Every time you're opening a bottle of Sandmanâs 2005 Vau Vintage Port, you will revive the airport drama!!!
I only tried the salt solution at home, which works fine with "normal" proportion stains. A handsome waiter equipped with stain spray will be of great use as well ;-)
I guess this story must have left you with new smelling memories recorded. Every time you're opening a bottle of Sandmanâs 2005 Vau Vintage Port, you will revive the airport drama!!!
I only tried the salt solution at home, which works fine with "normal" proportion stains. A handsome waiter equipped with stain spray will be of great use as well ;-)