Think P.T. Barnum!!! I think these things sell for around $100. They probably cost about 50 cents to manufacture.

Here is the link since it's messed up in Kpak's post:

http://www.wineenthusiast.com/clef-du-vin-pocket-wine-tasting-tool-(brushed-steel).asp

Not sure about the science (is there any?) but it might be fund to play with. It's about as wine geeky as me with my infrared thermometer. :)

This gadget has always looked bogus to me.........if someone gave me one I might try it though.......couldn't hurt.

looks bogus to me, as the aging process is immeasurably complex with all the multiple-order reactions, equilibria, and all that nerdy stuff that happens

would be nice to hear some theory behind this

When dipped into wine, the patented metal alloy on the tip replicates the aging process, softening the tannins in young wines and improving their taste. Tested over 10 years by scientists and sommeliers

Aha, there's the secret!! You have to dip it into the wine for 10 years.

Had a table that ordered wine last night (straight up Jersey Italian folk, asking where our pasta on the menu was etc) that made me attach an aerator pour spot to the bottle to pour for them(nothing like having to take 45 seconds to pour a glass of wine at a table). The lady then proceeded to whip out this exact device and dip into all of the glasses of wine. Quite humorous.