How to store wine in summer

The ideal temperature is between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius. In a cool place, with humidity around 70 percent, place it horizontally and without light.

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How to store wine in summer
The ideal place to store wine in summer is a cool, dark cellar with the right level of humidity. The temperature should be between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius, avoiding excessive heat and temperature changes, while the humidity should be around 70 percent. Then there's the refrigerator, especially for white wine. Wine becomes particularly fragile in summer and must be stored carefully. This can include using ancient methods, such as extra virgin olive oil, grapes, and trying not to waste, but rather recover, corked wine. Here are some: Tips on how to store wine in summerIn summer, especially if the bottles have been opened, wine should be stored in the refrigerator, whether it's white or red. However, there are traditional remedies and precautions that can prevent wine from being wasted. This way, you won't have to throw it away even in the worst-case scenario, provided it's still drinkable.

Red wine

As far as red wine is concerned, the rule is that it should be kept out of the refrigerator At a temperature between 14 and 20 degrees Celsius. This can vary depending on whether the wine is young or aged. When a bottle is still unopened, the process is fairly simple. Store it in a dark, tilted position, and at a temperature between 10 and 20 degrees Celsius. But once opened, what should you do? Wine experts strongly recommend storing an opened bottle in the refrigerator. And to prevent the flavor from fading, consume it within a few days. However, if stored in the refrigerator with a cork, it can last even longer, reducing the risk of it going bad.

White wine

Same fate for white wine which is not only already normally stored and served low temperatures. But to resist high temperatures it cannot be preserved in any other way than in refrigerator. Furthermore, as recommended by some sommelier, to let the oxidation effect degrade the wine quickly, it is possible to pour the contents of the bottle into a smaller container so as to reduce the space that the air can occupy.

How to store wine bottles at home

If you don't have a cellar or a designated wine storage area at home, don't worry; there are solutions for everyone and every purpose. Generally speaking, wine should be stored in dark places. The bottles, as mentioned, should be kept at an angle, and to keep them cool, they should be placed low down in the coolest rooms of the house. The lower they are placed, the better the chances of preserving the wine as desired.

How to store wine in summer

How to have chilled wine without a refrigerator

There is an ancient remedy for keeping wine fresh, without using the refrigerator, but simply with white grapes.

Necessary material

  • two white grapes 

Method

  • If you fancy white wine but haven't had time to put it in the fridge, put two grapes in the glass White grapes and it will have a refreshing effect. 

How to preserve summer wine with extra virgin olive oil

Extra virgin olive oil is also valuable for preserving wine and preventing it from turning into vinegar.

Necessary material

  • a drop of extra virgin olive oil 

Method

  • Before corking the wine you haven't consumed, pour a drop in it of extra virgin olive oil.
  •  When you pour it again, you have to remove the oil and a piece of kitchen paper placed in the bottle will absorb it completely.
  •  Now you can enjoy your wine in all its fragrance.

What to use to preserve wine?

For maintain the flavor , fragrance of wine It's possible to use special tools designed to restore the organoleptic balance of wine after opening. But what does this mean? Essentially, when we open a bottle of wine, oxygen and other foreign agents replace what was once a stronghold for the spirit. This creates conditions in the bottle that are unfavorable for preserving the liquid, which would otherwise be lost within a few days. However, using the right tools can prevent this from happening, especially if you don't want to give up quality wines. The methods vary, but how can you preserve wine effectively in the summer? Many use a pump. This injects argon, a gas, into the bottle to restore its optimal conditions and ensure it lasts longer. Always refrigerate, of course. However, to avoid drinking red wine cold, it's advisable to take it out fifteen minutes before sitting down to eat. The result won't be the same, but it's still a valid alternative in the sultry summer months.

Cork stoppers

The best protection for wine during the summer is bottle corks. They are absolutely preferable to plastic caps and even screw caps. Cork is a natural material that allows wine to breathe and helps maintain good micro-oxygenation, preventing the wine from losing its characteristics and turning into vinegar. A little tip: in summer, always chill wine before serving. Even red wine, which is usually served at room temperature.

What happens if the wine stays warm?

When a bottle of wine is exposed to temperatures above 25-27 degrees Celsius, which is constant in summer even at night, it can trigger processes that alter the wine's properties. It can also damage the cork, promoting oxidation of the liquid and affecting its shelf life.

Here's how to store wine in summer

How to recover corked wine

Necessary material

  • a spoonful of olive oil 

Method

  • If the wine has taken on the taste of the cork with which it was sealed, pour a spoonful of it into the bottle. olive oil;
  • shake and let it rest for a couple of hours;
  • Remove the oil with a cotton ball and transfer the wine into a clean bottle.

How to have wine ready for cooking

It often happens that when we're craving a risotto or some dish that calls for wine, white or red, we realize too late that we don't have a drop of it in the house. To always have a supply of cooking wine ready, when you have leftover table wine, don't throw it away, but pour it into the ice cube tray. This way you won't waste wine and you can reuse it when you need it. Always remember one thing: never use cheap wine for cooking, because even your dishes will suffer. Always rely on quality wines, even if they need to evaporate. If you have a lousy wine, throw it away! It would ruin the whole dish, and for some recipes, vinegar is preferable. 

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