Viking VUWC1541CRSS Wine Booklet - The Fine Art of Aging - Page 2

Whatever your interest level in wine may be, owning a wine cellar is a worthwhile investment. Aging wine is an art form that wine lovers and connoisseurs have enjoyed for centuries. There is no better feeling than turning a young, vibrant wine into a mature classic for you to enjoy. Keeping your wine healthy while it is young will ultimately determine the quality of the end product. Wine is perishable, so storage will determine how it reacts to its environment and, ultimately, how it ages. Trying to store wine at average household temperatures is not recommended. Few people have subterranean cellars and most wine consumers have inadequate storage facilities. The right conditions are essential for keeping your wine stored properly, and it is especially important when storing fine wine. Fortunately, Viking wine cellars offer more effective climate control solutions. Just as enjoying wine is a multi-sensory experience (involving taste, smell, color and feel), there are multiple aspects involved in storing wine. There are four essential factors necessary for optimal storage that, when properly managed, will allow your wine to evolve to its full potential.