Best Practices
• We advise that you bring your wine directly home. Wine is perishable, lengthy exposure to hot or cold temperatures will affect your wine.
• Leave your bottled wine standing up for a few days after bottling to allow any excess gases to settle.
• It is important to store your wine on its side thereafter to ensure the cork stays moist. This will also prevent oxidation.
• Store between 10 and 15 °C (50 and 59 °F) avoid areas where there are dramatic temperature fluctuations.
• Rinse empty bottles with warm water and leave to dry upside down to dry. We advise that you DO NOT USE SOAP inside the bottles as it can leave residue.
• Once dry store bottles upside down in your box to keep them clean.
Frequently Ask Questions
How do I store my wine?
There may still be some compressed air or gases from bottling trapped inside the bottle. It’s a good idea to let your wine stand upright for a few days once you get it home. After that, store your wine on its side to keep the cork moist and prevent any air exchange through the cork, which helps avoid oxidation.
What is the ideal temperature for my wine?The ideal wine storage temperature is between 10 and 15°C (50 and 59°F). Wine can also be stored between 15 and 20°C (59 and 68°F) as long as the temperature remains stable, avoiding dramatic fluctuations that could cause the wine to expand and contract, potentially letting air in. Temperatures should never exceed 24°C (75°F), as this can cause the wine to oxidize, negatively affecting its quality.
What if the temperature gets too low?
If your wine is stored in an area where the temperature drops below the recommended range, it may begin to form "wine diamonds." Grapes naturally contain tartaric acid, potassium, and calcium ions, and when wine is kept at a lower-than-ideal temperature, this process can occur. While these "diamonds" may look a bit unsightly, they are completely harmless and do not affect the taste or quality of the wine.
How do I care for the bottles once I empty them?
Taking a moment at the end of the night to rinse your empty wine bottle with warm water is always a good idea. Do not use any cleansers or soaps as this may leave a residue on the bottle. Leave the freshly rinsed bottle upside-down to drain. Once the bottle is dry, place it in a storage case (wine box) upside-down. This will ensure that no dust, mold or mildew create a new home in your bottles.
When can I start drinking my wine?
The right time to start drinking your wine can vary from person to person. As wine ages, it develops greater smoothness and complexity. For heavier reds, storing them for three to six months allows them to reach their full potential and enhances their flavour.
How long will my wine keep?
The lifespan of your wine can be significantly extended if stored at the ideal temperature. When kept under the right conditions, your wine can be stored for years, continuing to develop and improve over time.
• We advise that you bring your wine directly home. Wine is perishable, lengthy exposure to hot or cold temperatures will affect your wine.
• Leave your bottled wine standing up for a few days after bottling to allow any excess gases to settle.
• It is important to store your wine on its side thereafter to ensure the cork stays moist. This will also prevent oxidation.
• Store between 10 and 15 °C (50 and 59 °F) avoid areas where there are dramatic temperature fluctuations.
• Rinse empty bottles with warm water and leave to dry upside down to dry. We advise that you DO NOT USE SOAP inside the bottles as it can leave residue.
• Once dry store bottles upside down in your box to keep them clean.
Frequently Ask Questions
How do I store my wine?
There may still be some compressed air or gases from bottling trapped inside the bottle. It’s a good idea to let your wine stand upright for a few days once you get it home. After that, store your wine on its side to keep the cork moist and prevent any air exchange through the cork, which helps avoid oxidation.
What is the ideal temperature for my wine?The ideal wine storage temperature is between 10 and 15°C (50 and 59°F). Wine can also be stored between 15 and 20°C (59 and 68°F) as long as the temperature remains stable, avoiding dramatic fluctuations that could cause the wine to expand and contract, potentially letting air in. Temperatures should never exceed 24°C (75°F), as this can cause the wine to oxidize, negatively affecting its quality.
What if the temperature gets too low?
If your wine is stored in an area where the temperature drops below the recommended range, it may begin to form "wine diamonds." Grapes naturally contain tartaric acid, potassium, and calcium ions, and when wine is kept at a lower-than-ideal temperature, this process can occur. While these "diamonds" may look a bit unsightly, they are completely harmless and do not affect the taste or quality of the wine.
How do I care for the bottles once I empty them?
Taking a moment at the end of the night to rinse your empty wine bottle with warm water is always a good idea. Do not use any cleansers or soaps as this may leave a residue on the bottle. Leave the freshly rinsed bottle upside-down to drain. Once the bottle is dry, place it in a storage case (wine box) upside-down. This will ensure that no dust, mold or mildew create a new home in your bottles.
When can I start drinking my wine?
The right time to start drinking your wine can vary from person to person. As wine ages, it develops greater smoothness and complexity. For heavier reds, storing them for three to six months allows them to reach their full potential and enhances their flavour.
How long will my wine keep?
The lifespan of your wine can be significantly extended if stored at the ideal temperature. When kept under the right conditions, your wine can be stored for years, continuing to develop and improve over time.
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