{"id":985,"date":"2020-10-27T17:53:34","date_gmt":"2020-10-28T00:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/?p=985"},"modified":"2023-08-29T03:12:16","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T10:12:16","slug":"dessert-fortified-wine-storage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/dessert-fortified-wine-storage\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Store Dessert &#038; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.69921875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:66.69921875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:66.69921875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><em>As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases with no additional costs for you.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Dessert wines are a dream come true for anyone who loves a little sweetness. The truth is that properly storing dessert wines is not as complicated as many seem to think. Let&rsquo;s take a look at the best ways to store dessert and fortified wines for both longevity and peak flavor.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Dessert wines are best stored at 55&deg; F, in humidity levels around 70%, away from damaging sunlight, lying flat with the labels facing up. Unopened bottles of dessert wine are best stored under 5 months and are made to drink right away.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the world of wine, dessert wine is a sweet wine that is served as an accompaniment to dessert, or it can even be the dessert. According to the United States wine industry, however, a dessert wine is any wine that contains over 14% alcohol.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-812\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20900%20600'%3E%3Crect%20width='900'%20height='600'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-812 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x.jpeg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x.jpeg.webp 900w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x-300x200.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_353426803_900x-768x512.jpeg.webp 768w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> <em>If you want to check out the best refrigerator for wine storage, I recommend trying out the Avation (18 bottles) compressor refrigerator with Wi-fi smart app control cooling system. You can find this refrigerator by clicking&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ivation_refri_18\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;(Amazon link).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Different Types of Dessert Wines<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">There are dessert wines with varying degrees of sweetness and hundreds of different types, but most will fall into five main categories:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Sparkling Dessert Wine<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interesting thing about sparkling dessert wine is that it tastes <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">less <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sweet than it actually is. The high acidity and carbonation are the reasons for this. <\/span>When shopping for sparkling dessert wines and checking out the labels, keep these words in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Demi-sec<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: off-dry (French)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amabile<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: slightly sweet (Italian)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semi Secco<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: off-dry (Italian)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doux:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sweet (French)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dolce\/Dulce<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: sweet (Italian\/Spanish)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moelleux<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: sweet (French)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Storage of sparkling dessert wine: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high sugar<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">content will ensure that these wines will be drinkable from two to three weeks after opening when kept in the kitchen refrigerator.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP<\/strong>: <em><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For a complete guide on storing and serving sparkling wines the right way, check out this<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/store-sparkling-wine\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/store-sparkling-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\"> helpful article<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span> This <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/best-wine-refrigerator-champagne\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/best-wine-refrigerator-champagne\/\" target=\"_blank\">buyers guide<\/a><\/strong> discusses the 5 best wine refrigerators for Champagne.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Lightly Sweet Dessert Wine<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Refreshingly sweet and goes great with fruit-based desserts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Storage of lightly sweet dessert wine: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, the wines will be fine in the kitchen refrigerator for up to three weeks, but it is always important to remember that after 5 days, it&rsquo;s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">possible<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that the flavor profile may be compromised.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Richly Sweet Dessert Wine <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">In terms of wine storage, it is important to understand how richly sweet dessert wines are made. Because they are made with the highest quality grapes in an unfortified style, many of these wines can age 50+ years. The sweetness and acidity of these grapes are what preserve their fresh flavor.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Probably the most well-known of these wines are made in styles you may have heard of &ndash; but are not quite sure about. Below some of these styles are explained in more detail.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Late Harvest:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Late Harvest means the grapes hang on the vine longer in the season. They become sweeter and more raisin-like, making their sweetness very concentrated. Any grape left on the vine can be used for late harvest wines.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noble Rot: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noble rot is a type of spore called Botrytis cinerea that eats fruits and vegetables. While this doesn&rsquo;t sound very appetizing, it adds unique flavors of ginger, saffron, and honey to sweet wines.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ice Wine\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/how-to-store-ice-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Ice Wine<\/strong><\/a> (Eiswein): True ice wine is very rare and expensive. It can only be made when a vineyard freezes. Also, ice wine must be harvested and pressed while grapes are still frozen. Many are made in Canada.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Storage of richly sweet dessert wines: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specialized mold mentioned above,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">these wines have been oxygenated during production and will last between one and three months in a kitchen refrigerator<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opening.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Sweet Red Wine<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Except for the cheap commercially produced sweet reds, most are on the decline. However, some still remain popular and interesting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lambrusco: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A bubbly wine made in sweet and dry styles with a yeasty undertone with flavors of blueberry and raspberry.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brachetto d&rsquo; Acqui: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made from the Piedmont region of France, this wine is famous for its strawberry and floral aromas.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Storage of sweet red wines: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to two weeks after opening in the kitchen refrigerator.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Fortified Wines<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Fortified wines are made when grape brandy is added to a wine and can either be dry or sweet. Most fortified wines are higher in alcohol content (17-20%).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Storage of fortified wines:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A longer shelf life of three to four weeks after<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">they are opened can be enjoyed because of this high alcohol content (stored in the refrigerator).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP<\/strong>:<em> We have compiled a complete guide on how to store dessert and fortified wines. Check it our <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/dessert-fortified-wine-storage\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/dessert-fortified-wine-storage\/\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a><\/strong>! Do you know what happens if you mix red and white wines? We decided to find out &ndash; read all about it <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/can-you-mix-red-and-white-wine\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/can-you-mix-red-and-white-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a><\/strong>!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Storing Dessert Wine Unopened<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-2374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-1024x683.jpg.webp\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-2374 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-960x640.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward-1080x720.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/This-is-why-wine-racks-lean-forward.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Dessert wine must be stored properly like any other type of wine.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Temperature range<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest enemy of wine in terms of storage is heated. Temperatures higher than 70&deg; F will age wine more quickly than is desired. If it gets any hotter than that, your wine will be &ldquo;cooked&rdquo; which renders the flavors flat and dull. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ideal temperature range is between 45&deg; F and 65&deg; F although this is not an exact science. 55&deg; F is often said to be the perfect temperature.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Humidity<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a theory that dry air will dry out the corks in your dessert wine, letting air into the bottle and spoiling the wine.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this does happen, unless you live in a desert area or in arctic conditions, chances are it won&rsquo;t happen to you. <\/span>Anywhere between 50-80% humidity is considered safe. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Placing a pan of water in your storage area can improve conditions. On the other hand, extremely damp conditions can promote mold. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">While this won&rsquo;t affect properly sealed wines, it will destroy the labels. In this case, a dehumidifier will be a good option to fix that problem.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Bottle Orientation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The angle at which you place the bottle in storage can have an effect on its shelf life. When the air gets into the bottle it can negatively affect the flavor, and make the wine lose its freshness.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the liquid is up against the cork it is more difficult for air to penetrate the cork. It is recommended that you store the dessert wine either semi-horizontally or at a 45&deg; angle with the cork facing the ground. This will ensure that the wine is in constant contact with the cork and will prevent air from seeping in over a period of time.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP<\/strong>: <em>To find out more about the advantages of storing wine bottles horizontally, read <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/should-wine-be-stored-vertically-or-horizontally\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/should-wine-be-stored-vertically-or-horizontally\/\">this guide<\/a><\/strong>. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wine-storage-myths\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wine-storage-myths\/\">This article<\/a><\/strong> debunks 10 popular wine storage myths &ndash; read it to discover the facts!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Tips for horizontal storing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; <\/span><b>the <\/b><b>riddling rack<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some may enjoy the history and the &ldquo;conversation piece&rdquo; nature of a riddling rack in order to keep the bottles stored at the perfect angle. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The riddling rack was invented in the early 1800s by the Veuve Clicquot Champagne house as a way to hold bottles of wine in the process of making sparkling wine. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process of &ldquo;riddling&rdquo; was a way to rotate the bottles from horizontal to vertical over a period of days, working the sediment to the bottleneck to make it easier to remove when that time came. (This process is called disgorgement)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The racks are great looking and there are free-standing versions as well as ones that can be mounted to a wall. They can be quite a statement piece, and a great way to keep the bottle stored in a horizontal position. (Some can hold the wine bottle in a variety of positions depending on how you tilt them).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> <em>Having quality storage racks for your wine is not only practical but can also serve as a nice design accessory for your home. We loved these (Amazon links):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/wood_storage_rack_8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ferfil Wine Rack (10 Bottles)<\/a><\/strong>: <em>Concertina\/scissor fold wooden wine rack made of solid, eco-friendly wood.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/gusto_nostro_wine_rack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gusto Nostro Wood Wine Rack:<\/a><\/strong> <em>Beautiful, elegant design, the possibility of storing up to 7 bottles, and the choice of vertical or horizontal storage.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Avoiding Light<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always keep any bottle of wine out of direct light, especially sunlight. The sun&rsquo;s UV rays can degrade and prematurely age a dessert wine. Many wine bottles are made of dark glass that helps to keep light out. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, a bottle of dessert wine will be stored in dark or dimly lit conditions. This is the reason for the popularity of wine cellars. Since most of us don&rsquo;t have access to a wine cellar, a dark closet will work just as well.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Kitchen Fridge<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Keeping your dessert wines in your household kitchen refrigerator is fine but only for a few months. A longer amount of time in the refrigerator is not recommended. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The average refrigerator falls below 45&deg; F to safely store perishable foods so more than several months at this temperature is not ideal. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Also, make sure your dessert wine doesn&rsquo;t have a chance to freeze (cooling it in the freezer and then forgetting it or storing it in an unheated garage in winter). When the liquid starts to freeze, it can expand enough to push the cork out.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Vibration<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">There are also theories that vibration can damage dessert wine in the long term by speeding up some of the chemical reactions in the wine. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">However, unless you live by a train station or a venue that constantly plays loud music, your wine should be fine while it is being stored. While there are some wine collectors who worry about the vibrations emitted by electrical appliances, there is no data to support this. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The bigger concern with vibrations is they can stir up<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-wine-sediment\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-wine-sediment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sediments that should settle at the bottom of your dessert wine bottle.<\/a><\/strong> This can make removing sediment much harder when it comes time to serve.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>How Much to Invest in Wine Storage<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-789\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-789 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x.jpeg.webp 900w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x-300x200.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x-768x512.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/AdobeStock_135238800_900x.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>How Much to Invest in Wine Storage<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">It&rsquo;s helpful to remember that most wines are to be enjoyed within a few years of release. If you are looking to invest in dessert wines that you want to mature, you should probably invest in professional-grade storage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">A good question to ask is, how much did I spend in the last year on wine? If a $1,000 cooling unit represents less than 25 percent of your annual wine-buying budget, then you may want to think about investing in a professional-grade wine storage unit. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">There are some inexpensive systems for small spaces, but in most cases, a standalone cooling unit specifically designed for wine can get expensive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Of course, this varies depending on the features you want. More expensive units may have multiple temperature zones, which is nice if you want to keep your reds at one temperature and your whites at a cooler one. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/how-to-control-humidity-in-wine-fridge\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Humidity controls<\/strong><\/a> are also helpful. Finding a quieter unit may cost more, and as with anything you buy, the quality of the materials will vary with the price (for example, aluminum shelves versus plastic<span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"> ones).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff0f3\"><strong>Recommendation box: <\/strong><em>Everything you need to enjoy your wine as much as possible. All recommended products are personally tested and regularly used by experts from this website (Amazon links):<\/em><br><br><strong>  &gt; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ivation_refri_18\" target=\"_blank\">Ivation Wine Cooler<\/a><\/strong> &ndash;<em> Energy-efficient wine cooler for 18 bottles with Wi-fi smart app control cooling system.<\/em><br><strong><strong>  &gt; <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/gusto_nostro_wine_rack\" target=\"_blank\">Wine Rack<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <em>Beautiful, elegant wood rack for up to 7 bottles <em>and the choice of vertical or horizontal storage<\/em>.<\/em><br><strong>  &gt; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/durand_opener_vintage\" target=\"_blank\">Durand Wine Opener<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <em>Classic vintage wine opener (we like all these classic staff<\/em>).<br><strong>  &gt; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Iceberg_decanter_aerat\" target=\"_blank\">YouYah Iceberg Wine Decanter<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <em>The most beautiful and handy wine decanter we personally use.<\/em><br><strong>  &gt;<\/strong> <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/bormioli_rocco_glasses\" target=\"_blank\">Bormioli Rocco Wine Glasses<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <em>A set of eight elegant and traditional wine glasses made in Italy.<\/em><br><strong>  &gt; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/vintorio_aerator\" target=\"_blank\">Vintorio Wine Aerator<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <em>Simple but really useful wine aerator for a reasonable price.<\/em><br><strong>  &gt; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/vacu_vin_wine\" target=\"_blank\">The Original Vacu Vin Wine Saver<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <em>The best wine saver on the market in a package with two vacuum stoppers and two wine servers.<\/em><br><br><em>And if you want to become a true connoisseur of wine, we recommend reading the book <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/wine_folly_book\" target=\"_blank\">Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Wine<\/a><\/strong> (Amazon link), where you will find all the information you need about winemaking, wine varieties, flavors, and much more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>How Long Should Dessert Wines be Stored?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-2661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--1024x683.jpg.webp\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-2661 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--960x640.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines--1080x720.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines-.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/How-to-Store-Save-Cooking-Wines-.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Dessert wines that can be stored long and short term<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; As mentioned above, dessert wines can be stored (unopened) in the kitchen refrigerator for a few months. After that, the temperature will actually be too cold for long-term storage, so a wine refrigerator should be used.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Your wine storage experience will be better when applying the following concept<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:&nbsp; More important than worrying about getting the perfect 55&deg; F as mentioned above, is avoiding strong fluctuations or temperature swings. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extreme or frequent temperature swings are bad for your dessert wine. To this point, it is not a good idea to restore<span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your dessert wine after it has been chilled (or &ldquo;un&rdquo; chilled). Try for consistency in the storage temperature of the wine.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong><em> Most wines go bad once you pop the cork within a day or so. But a <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/coravin_model_2\" target=\"_blank\">Coravin Wine Preservation system<\/a><\/strong> (available for a great price on Amazon) can extend the life of your opened wine for weeks or even months. It is awesome. You should check it out to see if it fits your lifestyle.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Storing Dessert Wines After Opening<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The sweeter the dessert wine, the longer it will last. As an example, a sweet Muscat dessert wine can last 5-10 years (unopened) and then 3-4 weeks (opened) in a kitchen refrigerator.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Best practices for making the wine last longer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Many people use vacuum pumps and special stoppers to make their wine last longer. Most believe that the seal that is formed and the air that is removed sufficiently from the headspace is the ticket to getting a perfect &ldquo;leftover&rdquo; wine. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, some wine experts agree that as you are pumping that air out, you are also taking out some of the lovely aromatics, resulting in a wine that could taste flat the next day.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>How long the wine can be kept after opening<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Depending on the grape variety and method of production, an open bottle of dessert wine should last two to four weeks. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two to three weeks will be the average answer. However, as the wine gets sweeter, (more sugar content and more alcohol content) &ndash; three to four weeks is more of a possibility.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Tools to help prolong the wine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Besides refrigerating opened wine, using an inert gas like argon is a way to give your dessert wine extra life. Argon is an inert, non-toxic gas. It is denser than oxygen and is present in one percent of the air we breathe. It is a preservative of organic materials including wine. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because argon is heavier than oxygen, it can act as a protective layer for wine, preventing the very reactive oxygen from interacting with the wine. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winemakers sometimes use argon as a preservative for wines in storage and it is the gas used by the popular Coravin wine preservation system. Another idea for prolonging the wine is transferring it to a smaller bottle (after drinking some of it) to limit its oxygen exposure.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Should You Aerate Dessert Wine?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-2539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-1024x683.jpg.webp\" alt=\"How to Store Dessert &amp; Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-2539 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-960x640.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine-1080x720.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Should-you-use-wine-aerators-on-white-wine.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a general rule, many red wines and<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/wine-aerators-white-wine\/\">some white wines need to be aerated<\/a><\/strong>. In wine terms, this just means the wine needs to breathe. Exposing wines to air\/oxygen prior to drinking opens up flavors and enhances your overall drinking experience.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decanting is mostly a synonym for aerating &ndash; but an actual wine <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decante<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">r is used to expose the wine to air in this process. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A decanter can be a fancy and simple way to get air to the wine. (Note: Aged red wines with a lot of<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sediment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; particles that consist of various elements occurring in the wine over time &ndash; need decanting in order to remove the sediment).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Port wine is a particular dessert wine that needs to be aerated. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vintage ports fall into the category of dessert wines that have had brandy added to them in order to preserve the wine. There are different types of ports categorized by alcohol content and by the aging method.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some vintage ports have the distinction of being aged for 20+ years. In this case, the wine has more than likely built-up sediment and would definitely benefit from decanting. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So as a rule of thumb, older dessert wines that have been in the bottle for many years can benefit from some aerating and those with visible sediment at the bottom of the bottle will need to be decanted. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP<\/strong>:<em> <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For a <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/store-serve-port-wine\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/store-serve-port-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\">complete guide<\/a><\/strong> on how to store port wine the right way, you really need to check out this helpful article I wrote. <\/span>As with all wines, sweet wines that are fairly young will need nothing more than to &ldquo;open up&rdquo; which can happen by simply pouring the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/guide-number-of-glasses-of-wine-in-different-sizes-carafes\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>wine into the glass<\/strong><\/a>, or even opening the bottle and letting it sit for 15 &ndash; 20 minutes. <\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> <em>A suitable wine glass is the basis for enjoying well-being while drinking your favorite wine variety. Here are our favorite ones (Amazon link):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/bormioli_rocco_glasses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bormioli Rocco Crystal Wine Glasses<\/a><\/strong>: <em>A set of eight elegant and traditional wine glasses made in Italy for a reasonable price.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/riedel_vinum_glasses\" target=\"_blank\">Riedel VINUM Wine Glasses<\/a><\/strong>: <em>Luxury set of two wine glasses suitable for any occasion. We just love them!<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/zwiesel_stemless_glass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schott Zwiesel Tritan Crystal Glasses<\/a><\/strong>: <em>If you like unusual alternatives, a set of six stemless glasses made of crystal glass. <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dessert wines that probably don&rsquo;t need decanting are those made from grapes such as Pinot Noir, lighter red Zinfandels, and any that are light in body.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet dessert wines that are more tannic (tannin can be a bitter astringent in wines that are young and haven&rsquo;t had time to soften with age) will need the chance to breathe. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, the dessert wines made from <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/cabernet-sauvignon-storage\/\" target=\"_blank\">cabernet sauvignon<\/a> <\/strong>(bold reds) will need more time to breathe. An hour is usually enough time to soften the tannins and allow a red robust dessert wine to be enjoyed.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebf5f5\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> <em>Check out this page for a complete list of wine products and accessories I love. You&rsquo;ll find my recommendations for wine refrigerators, decanters, and aerators and the best place to buy wine online. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pinotsquirrel.com\/recommended-wine-products\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Click here to see the complete listing<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>References for Article:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/winefolly.com\/deep-dive\/types-dessert-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Main Types of Dessert Wine<\/a>: Wine Folly<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winespectator.com\/articles\/are-there-negative-effects-associated-with-consuming-wine-preserved-under-argon-gas-54193\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health Effects of Argon Gas<\/a>: Wine Spectator<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wines.com\/sweet-wines.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweet Wine<\/a>: Wines.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dessert wines are a dream come true for anyone who loves a little sweetness. The truth is that properly storing dessert wines is not as complicated as many seem to think. 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