A common thought when wine tastes bad is that it has been poorly made, but that’s not always the case. Another common cause of wine fault is cork taint which develops in the bottle over time from poor methods of wine storage or transportation.

Problems in wine can be detected before or after the cork has been pulled out. The first step is to look at the unopened bottle.

It could be a cloudy or brown wine (a result of oxidation), blown cork (caused by too much heat), and have some crystals in the bottle or on the inner end of the cork. Mold may sometimes be found under the metal or plastic capsule, but this should not be a problem as it can just be removed with a cloth.

A number of wine faults are undetectable until the cork has been pulled out, so we should know how it could affect the wines that we are drinking.

Corked wines are affected by bacteria contained in the cork and occur in isolated cases. Although harmless, it will give wine a musty and unpleasant smell. Older wines may appear slightly musty due to stale air trapped in the cork. Some wines may have a burnt or egg smell which is due to the sulphur added to them.

After opening, ensure that leftover wine is kept in a wine cellar or refrigerated wine cabinet for future use. You can put it in the fridge, but only keep it for about 3-5 days. Make sure to minimize its exposure to air, keep it away from excess amounts of lights or heat, and purchase a wine stopper and pump.

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Storing wine in a place designed to maintain the temperature and humidity levels in the environment is important in preventing wine flaws. Where should you keep your wine bottles? Wine cellars are always the best option.

The wine cooling system is a major component of wine cellars. Without it, your collection will go to waste. If you’re really getting serious about wine collecting, investing in an efficient wine cellar cooling unit is essential. Click here to view the popular Vancouver wine cellar cooling options.

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