Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Does Wine Really Get Better With Age?
Does wine really get better with age? "Better at what?" is the question.
If a wine is truly a "good wine" (meaning somewhat rare and pretty expensive), then YES! It will definitely improve with age.
But if you're like most of us who consume anywhere from $10-$20 bottles of wine that we buy at the liquor store, supermarket, or corner wine bistro, chances are the shelf life is not as long as you might think. You'll want to consume it within a year or two.
To find a well-aged white wine (if you have the money), try a German Riesling or French Sauternes; for reds, look for a French Bordeaux or vintage Port.
Age is wine is tricky. Sometimes a wine needs a decade or more to really flourish and present their best. Other times the wine you've saved for that special occasion will not be savored - it may have already turned to vinegar!
Regardless of the wine's age, make sure it's always served in the appropriate glassware to bring out the best in it!
CHEERS!!
If a wine is truly a "good wine" (meaning somewhat rare and pretty expensive), then YES! It will definitely improve with age.
But if you're like most of us who consume anywhere from $10-$20 bottles of wine that we buy at the liquor store, supermarket, or corner wine bistro, chances are the shelf life is not as long as you might think. You'll want to consume it within a year or two.
To find a well-aged white wine (if you have the money), try a German Riesling or French Sauternes; for reds, look for a French Bordeaux or vintage Port.
Age is wine is tricky. Sometimes a wine needs a decade or more to really flourish and present their best. Other times the wine you've saved for that special occasion will not be savored - it may have already turned to vinegar!
Regardless of the wine's age, make sure it's always served in the appropriate glassware to bring out the best in it!
CHEERS!!
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