Serving temperature and storing wine properly

The same bottle can taste very different depending on temperature and storage.

Approximate serving temperatures

• Sparkling: 6–10°C
• Light white: 8–12°C
• Full white / rosé: 10–13°C
• Light red: 13–16°C
• Full red: 16–18°C

A note for warm climates: European ‘room temperature’ is about 18°C — cooler than here. Chilling reds slightly before serving usually helps.

Storage principles

• Keep temperature stable; avoid sudden shifts
• Keep away from direct sunlight
• Store bottles on their side if cork-sealed
• Once opened, re-cork, chill, and finish within a few days

What is decanting?

Pouring wine into a wide vessel lets it breathe, helping some wines ‘open up’ and separating sediment. Not needed for every bottle.

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