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temperature range for serving wines varies depending on the type of wine, but storage temperatures should always fall between 56 and 58 degrees Fahrenheit.

Since there are many different types of wine, there are just as many different temperatures that must be maintained if each type of wine is to best keep its flavor. Since wine is a perishable good, warm temperatures are to be avoided. One particular wine, Vintage Port, is stored at a generally higher temperature than other common wines. A helpful tip: this wine’s storage and serving temperature is best kept between 65 and 70 degrees. Other wines, however, such as Bordeaux, Pinot, Chardonnay, and Spumanti all thrive at very different temperatures.

Even if your wine is not kept at the exact temperatures named above, they should do well if the temperature is constant. Remember, these wine storage tips are ballpark temperatures only. All wines should be kept in a dark, dry place with a constant temperature.

Humidity

Humidity is an issue that confuses many wine lovers. Some think that the perfect wine storage conditions include a very low level of humidity – however, wine should be stored at 70% relative humidity or higher. If you have ever tasted wine that was very acidic, this was probably the result of oxygen getting into the bottle and turning the wine into acid.

The premium wine storage conditions involve the corks being kept in full contact with the wine inside at all times, meaning that the bottles should be slightly tilted toward the cork.

If you are confused by wine storage conditions and want more information, many vineyards and wine shops offer classes or at least information that will help you get started storing wine in the best conditions that you can provide.

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