How To Look After Your Wine & Bottles
wine care.
Now that you have your wine, you want to store it properly so that you can enjoy it for a long time to come. White wines can store up to 2 years and red wines can store up to 5 years. Here are a few tips to help you wine age gracefully:
Leave the bottles standing in their boxes for 1 week after bottling. This will ensure that the corks have sealed properly.
After 1 week of standing, lay the bottles on their side. They should be stored in an area that is cool, with little light and movement. Basements and closets make a great cellar if you do not have one.
Our labels are dry peel—when finished with a bottle of wine, simply peel off the label! Do not use soap to clean bottles. Use water to rinse the inside of the bottle. Detergents will leave a film that can affect the taste of wine.
Store empty bottles upside down. This will keep dust and other contaminants out of them. And bring them for your next bottling appointment.
It is natural for high-end wines to shed “wine diamonds” or tartrate crystals. It does not alter the taste of the wine at all. Simply decant the wine before serving.
