Why is it important to control temperature and humidity?
The optimum conditions for wine is 50-60° F temperature and 50-70% humidity. The most important factor is consistency in temperature, as even small swings (5-10°) either up or down can harm your wines. Low humidity can dry out corks which will allow air into the wine, giving you an expensive bottle of vinegar. If you buy wines that you are going to drink within a few months, then don’t worry as long as you keep them away from direct heat, vibration and strong light. If you collect wine for future drinking or as an investment, however, temperature and humidity control is critical. Click here for more information on temperature and wine.
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