To help keep the wine well preserved over the years, it’s important to follow a few steps to make sure the wine maintains its unique taste.
For one thing, the placement of the wine is very important! It’s best to have the wine in a dark place. The reason being is that light will cause the wine to oxidate faster, which decreases the taste tremendously. Even if you can’t find a dark place, having a dark cloth so the light won’t get in will help a lot.
Another thing to worry about is the angle especially for corked wines. If the wine is stored upright for a long period of time, the cork will eventually dry out and air will get trapped destroying the flavor of the wine. Storing it on the side will help slow down the aging process.
The temperature of the wine should not exceed 75 degrees Fahrenheit. If stored over 75 degrees for a while, it begins to oxidize faster and destroys the taste. Although, it’s preferable to have the temperature around 68-73 degrees Farenheit, it’s also a bit riskier. Make sure the temperature of the wine is really consistent year round with very minimal changes.