OBSERVING THE 6 CRITERIA FOR STORING WINE
Experienced wine enthusiasts know that to reach its full potential, wine must mature in specific conditions, difficult to achieve in modern life.
Only a product which meets all the following criteria can be considered a good wine cabinet for maturing or serving wine.
What is wine?
Wine is a passion and a culture. It is a product that involves notions such as:
Wine is a living product, which, once bottled, is a semi-finished product which improves over time. The maturing period is essential for improving wine. The environment it is stored in during this phase has a direct impact on the quality of the end product.
The lifetime of wine comprises of four different phases
TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY LACK OF VIBRATION
AIR CIRCULATION PROTECTION FROM LIGHT SUITABLE STORAGE
The temperature for storing wine must remain at a stable 12°C (for all types of wine). The temperature at which wine is stored influences the rate at which it matures and its quality.
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It must be 65 - 80%. Insufficient humidity causes the corks to dry out resulting in wine seeping out and loss of flavour. Too much humidity produces condensation and can be a source of mould and cause the labels to peel off.
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Vibration is harmful to wine’s development process and is often fatal for fine wines. It is essential to protect your wine from the vibrations of everyday life.
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Lack of ventilation and poor air circulation, especially in a damp environment, constitute factors for the development of mould and bacteria. The pressure difference between two openings inside the cabinet (warm air rises and cold air falls) allows air to circulate and be replaced.
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Don’t be afraid to open the door of your cabinet, this is the best method for circulating the air.
For optimal wine maturing, wine must be protected from all sources of light, which degrades tannins by oxidation.
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In order to guarantee ease of use and effective bottle protection, storage must be suited to the customer’s needs.
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The universal shelf, a modular solution which adapts quickly and easily to all your requirements:
In order to fully appreciate the flavours of your wine, it must be served at the correct temperature.
Which serving temperature for which wine?