How to store wine 
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| Good places to store wine, apart from a wine refrigerator or temperature-controlled area, is under the stairs in a cupboard, under the floorboards or in a pantry. A place that will not experience large fluctuations of temperature is best. Tip Credibility: 7 (Best Tip!) |
| Temperature and humidity are the most important factors when storing wine. A humidity of about 50% and a temperature between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit (14 to 18 degrees Celsius) is ideal to maintain the integrity of wine. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Keeping wine too cool will result in an acidic bite and strong overtones of tannin. The optimum temperature is around 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. Too high a temperature and the fruit will age too soon. Tip Credibility: 4 |
| Keep wine away from direct sunlight and in a cool place. If the bottle has a cork, keep stored on its side so the cork does not dry out. If it does, air will be allowed into the bottle causing a sour and/or bitter taste. Tip Credibility: 4 |
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