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How long can you keep a bottle of wine open?
At the end of your meal, your bottle of wine isn't finished. Of course, you don't want to throw it away. How long can you keep opened bottles without altering the wine inside? Whether it's white wine, red wine, or Crémant d'Alsace, we'll tell you everything you need to know to get the most out of your bottles of wine: wine storage is not something to be improvised.
How long can you keep a bottle of red wine open?
Like dry white wines, red wines do not keep for very long.
Red wines often deserve to be opened before tasting or even decanted, as this allows them to develop their full aroma. Once opened, red wine can be kept until the day after opening without being affected. From the second day after opening, the wine begins to oxidize and lose its liveliness. By the third day, a slight vinegar aroma indicates significant oxidation and the wine will no longer be drinkable.
Just like white wines, if you can't finish your bottles of red wine, instead of throwing them away, consider using them in cooking.
How long can you keep open bottles of Crémant d'Alsace?
In order to properly store sparkling wines such as Crémant d'Alsace or Champagne, it is essential to keep the carbon dioxide responsible for the bubbles in the bottle. To do this, you need to use a suitable stopper that can withstand the pressure.
With a good airtight closure, Crémant can be kept in the refrigerator for 48 to 72 hours, or even 1 to 2 days longer if more than half of the bottle remains and it has not been reopened.
The less wine remains in the open bottle, the less pressure there will be and the faster the gas will dissipate.
How should you store wine once the bottle has been opened?
To keep your bottle of wine in the best possible condition, there are a few simple tips you can follow to prevent oxidation. Here's how to store an opened bottle.
The first thing to do to preserve your wine is to recork the bottle immediately after use.
Next, whether your wine is white or red, it is essential to store it in the refrigerator. A low storage temperature helps preserve the wine (it will also be protected from light). Just remember to take your bottle of red wine out an hour before serving so that it is at room temperature and the cold from the refrigerator does not affect the taste.
Consider using a system such as Coravin when serving, which removes air from the bottle via a wine pump, creating a vacuum. Once closed, your bottle will retain its aromas for longer.
By following these tips, you will ensure optimal storage conditions for a bottle of wine that has already been opened.
Knowing how to store an opened bottle of wine means avoiding waste while preserving the pleasure of tasting it. Depending on the type of wine (white, red, or sparkling), storage times vary, but a few good habits can make all the difference: recork quickly, store in a cool place, avoid light, and, if possible, use a vacuum sealing system. This will extend the life of your bottles and allow you to fully enjoy their aromas, even several days after opening. Handy, right?
