What is sulphite?
. Sulphite is a natural bacteria inhibitor. A small amount of sulphite in your wine will not only discourage bacteria that could ruin it, but it also helps prevent oxidation. However, some people are allergic to sulphite and they should be careful about its use. Q. When is wine ready to drink? A. To a lot of people, it’s ready when they want to drink it. However there is no cut and dry answer. Some vintages simply develop faster than others, and whites peak faster than reds. It could be anywhere from a few months for light wines to a few years for heavier, robust reds. The key is to develop your ability to evaluate wines and then taste and judge for yourself. I couldn’t think of a more pleasurable pastime.
