First of all, there are three rules for properly transporting wine. For instance, you should preferably do it standing up, to avoid leaks. Do not do it if it is too hot or too cold outside. And finally, let the wine rest for a few weeks after transport to recover from the shock.
Text: Marjolein Schuman | Image: Hensley Custom Building group
The ideal storage place is an underground cellar with a clay floor, a small north-facing vent and minimum vibration. Don't have a cellar? Then opt for a cool, dark corner of the house or buy a wine climate cabinet - Liebherr and Eurocave are two established names. Place the bottles horizontally, with enough space between them for air circulation. Keep the temperature constant, between 10°C and 14°C is ideal. At higher temperatures, the wine develops faster. Provide soft and subdued light. And finally, monitor the humidity. Make sure it stays between 70 and 80 per cent, otherwise you risk damage to labels and cork. SOURCE: BORDEAUX.COM
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