ByJillian Dara
ByJillian Dara,
Contributor.
Wine storage may seem like a simple task, but once you start collecting wine, you quickly learn it’s much more nuanced.
“Proper storage temperatures and conditions are extremely important regarding the quality of wine over long periods of time,” shares Jessica Dukes, sommelier at Grande Lakes Orlando. One of the main factors to consider is the integrity of the cork, which requires a combination of optimal conditions, including temperature, humidity and avoiding sunlight as well as the angle of storage.
