Wine Storage Temperature And Serving Suggestions
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


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The love of wine has always existed no matter where or when a person looked. There is no want for this love and passion which is in fact growing every year. Yet a true wine connoisseur will not be content with merely drinking the lovely brew. One of the most important aspects to retaining the rich flavors is through knowledge of wine storage temperature.

The basics of wine storage temperature are fairly simple. First, the wine should be kept cool. Like most beverages and foods, heat is deleterious to wine. A cool milieu is optimal, and yet the wine storage temperature should not lowered too greatly as this too will harm the wine. In the unlikely event that the wine freezes, it will probably go to the wayside of taste, without possibility of saving it.

Of course, the basics of wine storage are really straightforward with whites, reds, and blushes. However, the serving preparation for each of these wine types is different and worthy of consideration. After removing from long-term storage, wine storage temperature in preparation for consumption becomes an important matter.

With red wines, such as a merlot or sheraz, approximately 65 degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees Celsius) is optimal. This is basically room temperature (though in a room of about 70 degrees Fahrenheit the wine, due to being a liquid will naturally be cooler, so not to worry). It is highly advised to not chill red wines. Some people sadly make this error repeatedly, without realizing just how destructive the cold is on the wine and its flavor.

With whites and many blushes the need for refrigeration before serving is paramount, as chilling truly brings out the flavor. For these types of wine 39 degrees Fahrenheit or 4 degrees Celsius is usually a good temperature.

In the case of both darker wines and the lighter types, it is advisable to let the bottle air out after opening. This should happen for about half an hour before consumption and definitely fifteen minutes before. For added flavor, upon taking wine into the mouth, swish the wine around the mouth or try trilling to truly get the most out of the flavor. With trilling, tip the head slightly forward, mouth a bit open, and lightly "gargle" the wine. This is an experience worth repeating many times.

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