Shower funnel speeds aeration when decanting wine. Separate strainer filters out sediment. Polished Stainless Steel. Dishwasher safe. When the wine is poured into a decanter through this unique funnel, it creates a "shower" which allows the wine to absorb more oxygen in a shorter time. Aeration improves the flavour and bouquet of red wines prior to serving and is recommended by wine experts. Poured through the shower funnel, wine can be served immediately afetr decanting. Fine red wines often develop some sediment while aging. This does not affect the quality of the wine. It is easily removed by placing the strainer in the shower funnel before pouring the wine into a decanter