Simple Wine Storage Tips (click for more detail)

Wine storage is a science in itself, and yet many keen drinkers make fundamental mistakes. The following tips are just a basic guide, but may help you avoid a major disappointment when you open that special bottle that you've long been looking forward to.......

GOOD PRACTICE:-
A stable. cool temperature - ideally 10c but no more than 15c if possible
Reasonable humidity - e.g.place a small bowl of water in the storage area
Store bottles on their side, to keep wine in contact with the cork
Keep the environment clean & free from strong smells, e.g. paints, white spirit, etc in the garage.

BAD PRACTICE:-
Long term storage of wines that are meant to be drunk young (most wines under say £6 are best drunk within a few months)
Storing bottles upright
Closeness to radiators or other sources of heat
Direct sunlight
Large variations in temperature
Vibration or excessive movement
A very dry or a very moist environment
Keeping wine in the kitchen