False: Most wine is produced to be consumed within five years. That doesn't mean wine will spoil or expire if you don't; however, you will want to ensure proper storage. Keep your wine bottles out of sunlight and in a cool area. Store wine in a low-light area at an ideal temperature of 55-degrees Fahrenheit. Our Minnesota "root cellars" make great wine cellars.
Subjective: Some people prefer the taste of young, fresh wines, while others prefer the taste of older, more mellow, silky wines. It comes down to preferences, and we all have our own. An aged white may be described, for instance, as complex, rich, honeyed, and nutty, while an aged red might be described as earthy, subtle, silky.
False: Most white wines taste best young; however, premium full-bodied whites including some California Chardonnays are worthy of aging.
Often, aging a wine is for a personal reason, as well as a goal of improving a wine's quality. If you are ready to try cellaring a wine, consider the acidity, tannin, sugar level, and alcohol level. Here are some basics.
Key points to storing wine include temperature control, humidity control, and lack of UV light.
Pro Tip: Consider purchasing a case of a special wine that means something to you. For instance, from a particular region that holds a fond memory. Store the case in a cool, dark cellar, and each year, open one bottle on an anniversary of something dear to you. Enjoy the wine, take notes on its smells and tastes. One of the most beautiful things about enjoying a glass of wine is the romance and nostalgia it brings. And, for that, we say cheers.