5 Tips To Store Wine After It's Opened
By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
October 15th, 2023
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Wine has quite a few fan following but also enemies - light and heat among them. But exposure to oxygen is the greatest threat it faces. When considering how to preserve wine, it’s key to make sure that your wine is protected from exposure to the air as much as possible. Here are 5 tips to store wine after it's opened.
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Refrigerate Wine
Cooler temperatures slow down chemical processes, including oxidation. A re-closed bottle of red or white wine in the fridge can stay relatively fresh for up to five days.
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Store In Upright Position
Once opened, all wine bottles (whether screwcap or cork) should be stored upright to reduce the surface area exposed to oxygen.
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Wine Preservation System
If you don’t mind paying, a professional wine preserver can help you keep your wine fresh for even longer.
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Buy Smaller Quantities
You can simply buy your wine in smaller sizes. Although half bottles or splits are less frequently available in supermarkets, you can easily buy them online.
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Use A Wine Stopper
If you want to keep a sparkling wine fresh, your best bet is a Champagne stopper. They are inexpensive and can keep your bubbles going for up to five days.
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