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WINE STORAGE TIPS
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GE TIPS
RECOMMENDED STORAGE TEMPERATURES
RECOMMENDED STORAGE TIMES
GENERAL TIPS
• Air and light are the factors that cause wines to age poorly. As
much as possible, avoid exposing your favorite bottles.
• Store corked bottles on their sides. This avoids having the
cork dry out, which would allow air into the bottle.
• UV light can affect wine’s color and flavor. Keep bottles
out of direct sunlight.
• Prevent sediment from being stirred up by avoiding
heavy vibrations.
• Avoid exposure to strong odors that might affect the
wine’s flavor.
Fahrenheit
Celsius
Red Wines
57° - 65°
14° - 18°
White Wines,
Champagnes and
Sparkling Wines,
and Dry Varietals
49° - 58°
9° - 14°
Rosé Wines
51° - 53°
10° - 11°
Cabernet Sauvignon
7-10 years
Pinot Noir
5 years
Merlot
3-5 years
Zinfandel
2-5 years
Beaujolais
Enjoy immediately
Chardonnay
2-3 years
Riesling
3-5 years
Sauvignon Blanc
18 months – 2 years
Pinot Gris
1-2 years
Champagne
Enjoy immediately
