Personal Wine Storage

Did you make a resolution this year?  One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is getting organized! If that was on your list, then we have some great tips for you when it comes to your personal wine storage.

Did you know that one of the worst places to store wine is on top of a refrigerator? The compressor and other internal components work to keep the interior cool, but that can result in the top of the refrigerator being quite warm. An ideal temperature range that you should store your wine is between 45 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Warmer temperatures can result in flat aromas and flavors. It’s almost as if you are cooking your wine when they are stored in a warm place. Did you also know that certain light bulbs can produce enough heat to prematurely age your wine as well? Also, don’t store your wines upright for an extended period of time. If wine is not touching the cork, it will begin to dry out over time and can result in a smelly, funky and prematurely oxidized wine.  Our advice is to find a cool, dark place with a little humidity to lay your wine down. If it feels or looks like a (wine) cave, then its perfect!

Here at The Ag District, we store all of the VIP Wines (up to six months) in our “wine cave” for the VIP Club members. After six months, we gently remind them that their wines are waiting for them. We hope that your New Years is off to a wonderful start, and we look forward to seeing you in 2020, here at The AG District! 

Cheers!