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Published: February 9, 2007
There's something delectable about a nice glass of wine after a long day's work. What's even more delicious is the craftsmanship, time, and energy that is put into properly preserving and storing wines so that they taste just right when finally opened.
Wine has been around for centuries. Ever since its introduction thousands of years ago people have contemplated on how to store their delicious beverage.
Wine is a natural perishable food that can spoil when it is exposed to extreme heat or fluctuations in humidity. Hence, the natural progression of storage units.
Wine cabinets have been around almost as long as wine itself. Like the variation of wine one can purchase, there are also many different kinds of wine cabinets. Style, make and size are all aspects to choose from when selecting a wine cabinet.
Different cabinets are used for different purposes. Some are simply more aesthetically pleasing, while others are used for more practical purposes. However, one major purpose is storage temperature. Though it is widely speculated on the exact degree, wine is best preserved at 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit or 10 and 20 degrees Celsius. Keeping it at a steady temperature will prevent cork rotting and wine damage. Refrigerated wine cabinets are often used to keep wine stored at a specific temperature.
Although France is known for its wine, some of the most esteemed wine cabinets come from Italy. The country is renowned for its high level of craftsmanship and legacy of excellence. Italian wine cabinets can be made using metal or wood. However, most are made out of wood since metal wine cabinets tend to tear labels and scratch bottles. The choice between the two really depends on which cabinet feels best for the wine bottles that are being stored.
An important tip for selecting wood wine cabinets is to know that different kinds of wood are used for different purposes. For example cherry wood is known to resist decaying and Mahogany resists warping. Also, different shades of wood can be matched to the home décor. Mocha, maple, black oak, and burgundy are just a few examples of the different types of shades that are available.
Along with temperature specifications, wine must be physically stored a certain way. Wine bottles are supposed to be stored horizontally and in constant contact with the cork to prevent air from reaching the wine and ruining it through premature aging. Most cabinets adhere to this specification while other models go above and beyond. For example, an insert is provided with many wine cabinets in order to separate the wine bottles. Alto wine cabinets offer a tic-tac-toe kind of insert in many of their wine cabinets.
It's important to know the proper way to store all types of wine no matter what type of wine cabinet is being used. After all, properly stored wine can be a reward for years to come.
Sources:
Wine Cellar FAQs. Rosehill Wine Cellars Inc. 2004. 17 Jan 2007.
Home Wine Storage FAQs. Vigilant Inc. 2004. 17 Jan 2007.
Design Within Reach. 17 Jan 2007.
Wine Cabinet Buying Guide. 2007. 17 Jan 2007.
Wine has been around for centuries. Ever since its introduction thousands of years ago people have contemplated on how to store their delicious beverage.
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Wine cabinets have been around almost as long as wine itself. Like the variation of wine one can purchase, there are also many different kinds of wine cabinets. Style, make and size are all aspects to choose from when selecting a wine cabinet.
Different cabinets are used for different purposes. Some are simply more aesthetically pleasing, while others are used for more practical purposes. However, one major purpose is storage temperature. Though it is widely speculated on the exact degree, wine is best preserved at 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit or 10 and 20 degrees Celsius. Keeping it at a steady temperature will prevent cork rotting and wine damage. Refrigerated wine cabinets are often used to keep wine stored at a specific temperature.
Although France is known for its wine, some of the most esteemed wine cabinets come from Italy. The country is renowned for its high level of craftsmanship and legacy of excellence. Italian wine cabinets can be made using metal or wood. However, most are made out of wood since metal wine cabinets tend to tear labels and scratch bottles. The choice between the two really depends on which cabinet feels best for the wine bottles that are being stored.
An important tip for selecting wood wine cabinets is to know that different kinds of wood are used for different purposes. For example cherry wood is known to resist decaying and Mahogany resists warping. Also, different shades of wood can be matched to the home décor. Mocha, maple, black oak, and burgundy are just a few examples of the different types of shades that are available.
Along with temperature specifications, wine must be physically stored a certain way. Wine bottles are supposed to be stored horizontally and in constant contact with the cork to prevent air from reaching the wine and ruining it through premature aging. Most cabinets adhere to this specification while other models go above and beyond. For example, an insert is provided with many wine cabinets in order to separate the wine bottles. Alto wine cabinets offer a tic-tac-toe kind of insert in many of their wine cabinets.
It's important to know the proper way to store all types of wine no matter what type of wine cabinet is being used. After all, properly stored wine can be a reward for years to come.
Sources:
Wine Cellar FAQs. Rosehill Wine Cellars Inc. 2004. 17 Jan 2007
Home Wine Storage FAQs. Vigilant Inc. 2004. 17 Jan 2007
Design Within Reach. 17 Jan 2007
Wine Cabinet Buying Guide. 2007. 17 Jan 2007
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