How To Store Wine After Opening?

Re-cork the bottle tightly with the original cork or a wine stopper

Store the bottle upright to reduce oxygen exposure

Refrigerate the wine after opening, even for most red wines

Keep the bottle away from heat, light, and vibrations

Use a vacuum pump or wine preservation system to remove air

Transfer leftover wine into a smaller container to reduce air space

Finish sparkling wine quickly and use a sparkling wine stopper if needed

Drink white, rosé, and light red wines within 3 to 5 days

Drink fuller-bodied red wines within 3 to 5 days

Drink fortified wines within several weeks to months

Check for changes in smell, taste, and appearance before drinking

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