Finding the Spot for Wine Storage 

Storing wine is an art. Preserve it for too little time, and there is essentially no difference in taste. Store it too long, and the fruity aromas disappear, its flavors turn dull and flat, and it develops a bitter taste. White wines darken and turn brownish; reds get lighter and browner. Soon, a wine that once smelled like apples or cherries may smell like vinegar or cider.

So, how long should you store wine?

There is no easy answer because it varies by type. For example, dessert wines, often high in sugar and acidity, like Sauternes and Ice Wine, can last around 2 to 20 years or more. Good quality wines can last even longer and benefit from aging, creating a more intricate and vintage form of the beverage. From toasty Champagne to brooding Cabernet to perfumed Pinot to complex, reflective Chardonnay—many wines benefit enormously from time in the bottle. Some wine styles are even recommended to be stored for at least a decade before opening.

However, some wines are undeniably meant to be drunk immediately: fresh, light wines, “wines of thirst,” pét-nats and piquettes, crisp rosés under $20, and other easy-drinking bottles.

Why Choose The Hub Vaughan to Store Your Wine?

Storing wine properly is crucial to preserving its quality and ensuring it ages gracefully. The Hub Vaughan specifically caters to this need with temperature-cooled rooms made from redwood, providing the perfect environment for both beginner collectors and seasoned enthusiasts. Our storage solutions maintain consistent temperature and humidity, and minimize light exposure and vibrations to prevent spoilage and oxidation. This meticulous care allows the wine to develop its full potential. Proper storage is the key to unlocking the intricate layers of a well-aged wine, and The Hub Vaughan offers the ideal setting to achieve this.