Wine and Progress: Devices for Storing and Cooling Wine at Home

To properly enjoy wine and appreciate it, it's important to know that the taste properties of wine are closely related to the way it's served and the storage process in general. Proper wine storage allows you to preserve its initial qualities and reveal its potential, giving pleasure from every glass. Everything matters here: from the correct temperature to stability and lighting. That's why storing wine at home can become a real challenge. Modern technologies come to the aid of wine enthusiasts, helping to preserve the original taste, texture, and other important properties of this beverage.

Basics of Wine Storage at Home

First of all, it's important to remember that wine bottles should be placed horizontally on refrigerator or cellar shelves. Then the cork will be constantly moistened and won't dry out, maintaining the bottle's seal. Among the most important principles that must be followed when storing wine, we can also highlight:

• maintaining a stable temperature;
• controlling humidity levels;
• avoiding direct sunlight.

To comply with all these conditions, top Ukrainian wine producers recommend  familiarizing yourself with modern technical devices for storing and serving wine.

Wine Refrigerators: an ideal choice for storing wine, since high temperature accelerates wine aging and can spoil its structure, while low temperatures can lead to sediment formation.

Therefore, one of the most universal technical solutions developed for wine storage is wine refrigerators. They are able to maintain the ideal temperature for each type of wine: from 7 to 12 degrees for white, and from 10 to 15 degrees — for red wine. A significant advantage of wine refrigerators is also the ability to manually  regulate the humidity level, which is necessary so that the cork doesn't dry out. A dry cork lets in air, which leads to wine oxidation. This will spoil its taste, making the drink sour and incomplete.

Cooling Devices for Serving Wine.

If you don't have the ability to constantly store wine at the correct temperature, there are ways to quickly bring it to optimal condition just before serving. To ensure the appropriate temperature when serving wine, you can use battery-powered or electric bottle coolers, as well as cooling sleeves.

Innovative Systems for Storing Opened Wine.

For uncorked wine, in addition to incorrect temperature, humidity, and bright lighting, oxygen can also be harmful. Even an exquisite drink from the top best wines of Ukraine can lose all its charm in the oxidation process. To prevent this, leading Ukrainian winemakers advise using special vacuum systems that suck all the air out of the bottle. An interesting option is also devices that replace the air in a wine bottle with one of the inert gases that don't affect  its taste properties.

Expert Advice on Choosing Equipment for Storing Wine at Home

When choosing a device for storing or serving wine, experts from the leading Ukrainian wine producer Villa UA recommend first of all focusing on the volume of your stocks, as well as their assortment. This determines not only the volume of the wine refrigerator, but also the number of temperature modes it can maintain. The correct temperature helps reveal the aroma and taste of the beverage. Too cold wine loses its aromatics, while warm wine seems harsh.

If you are not a connoisseur and buy wine only for special occasions, you should consider devices for instant cooling right before serving. And for those who often leave bottles unfinished, special systems for storing opened wine are indispensable.

Conclusion

Incorrect storage and serving conditions can spoil the taste of even the most expensive and exquisite wine. That is why top wine producers, including leading winemakers of Ukraine, strongly recommend not neglecting devices for proper storage and serving of wine. Among the many technical solutions available today, you can find an option for every preference and budget. This way, you will be able to enjoy the vivid flavors and alluring aromas of your favorite wines even longer. But most importantly, remember: wine is not a drink to quench thirst. Drink it in small sips, savoring each moment, aftertaste, and aroma. Warm company, good music, and a cozy atmosphere will make the tasting experience truly enjoyable.