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An ideal spot for wine is one that is cool, dimly lit, moderately humid, relatively quiet and where the temperature is a year-round constant 8° to 12°C. Great variations in temperature interrupt the aging process. The cellar should be dark and have a humidity of 50-70% in order to keep the corks moist. There are also special "wine refrigerators" on the market.
When such ideal conditions do not exist, the most important consideration is to find a place where the temperature does not fluctuate wildly. A quiet, cool spot such as a closet, hallway, unused fireplace, or space under the stairs will do. Warm places such as the kitchen or bright, light places such as near a window are not recommended.
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Wine should always be stored lying horizontally, so that the cork remains moist and elastic. Only wines with metal caps can be stored standing up.
Optimal wine drinking temperatures
| Wine Styles |
QbA to Spätlese |
Auslese to TBA |
White Wine
young (up to 5 years)
older (than 5 years) |
9-11°C
10-12°C |
10-12°C
12-14°C |
| Sparkling Wine |
8-10°C |
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