Can old bottles of wine present a health risk? Also, how can I distinguish if a bottle of wine is tainted?
A. It is highly unlikely that any wine can present a health risk. The enjoyment of wine is a very subjective choice. Some wines were made to mature into their best, and others should be at their most delicious when young. But this decision is down to you. If uncertain on a suspect wine, open the bottle in the right conditions, pour a little into a glass, and have a big old sniff! If the wine smells good then it will taste wonderful, but if the smell is horrible then the wine is probably past its best or has a taint of some kind. Visit Tainted-Wine.com to pick up some guidance on what to look for in unhealthy wines.
