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How to Store Wine

Having invested hundreds of dollars in your newest bottle of vintage wine (go ahead and dream), the next important decision is where to store this prized possession.

The basic issue that arises with storing wine is that it needs to be maintained at a cool temperature of between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius (54 to 61 degrees Fahrenheit). Shoving that precious vintage under the bed won't do.

Many modern wines do not need to be aged over a great period of time; therefore an extensive cellar is often unnecessary, but your wine would surely benefit. A great book on building your own wine cellar is:  Wine Cellar Secrets. But building a customized wine cellar may not be an option for your household. There are many suitable alternatives.



 storing wine in cellarIdeal areas for storage include a corner of a garage, a garden shed, an unused fireplace or a cupboard that is against an outside wall.

Wherever you choose to store your wine, keep in mind the following criteria.
  • Choose an area that is less likely to be subjected to fluctuating temperatures caused by the household heating systems.

  • Wines benefit from being kept in dark conditions. Although this is not always practical, wine should certainly be stored in an area that is not exposed it to direct sunlight.

  • As a final point, always store your wine bottles on their side. Corks are designed to be kept moist, so that they remain airtight and do not crumble when a corkscrew is inserted.
Bear in mind that some wines do not benefit from being stored at all. If you have poor or no storage facilities available, consider purchasing wine that matures quickly such as most white wines or new technology reds or, possibly, a new Beaujolais.

Move wine as little as possible once it has been placed in storage, unless of course it is being moved into a glass!

If you have a particularly special wine collection, it may be worth engaging a specialist company to store your wine for you (oops, back in dreamland). Good storage has been recognized as vital for many wines and as such, many companies now provide storage facilities. Of course, this does not come cheap and is best reserved for those very special bottles or for those experts or wine investors who are considering selling their wine at some future date.

About the Author

Scott Harker is the publisher of several websites including: Sherlock Holmes Pastiches, Best Yoga For Life, Grilled To Perfection - Barbecue, Dieting Help | Move More - Eat Less, and On The Hook | Fishing Supplies.

Publisher's Note:  Wine racks can be essential part of your wine storage solutions and make it easy to store your wine bottles on their sides. Wine racks come in many different sizes to fit into corners and under cupboards as well as extensive wine cellers. A good place to explore and buy wine racks online can be found at:   e-Wine Racks.

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