A person who is responsible for a wine cellar can be called either a sommelier or a wine steward. These individuals have an important job of ensuring the quality and proper storage of wine in a restaurant in order to provide customers with the best possible experience. As someone who values the importance of keeping a well-maintained home, I understand the critical role that proper storage plays in maintaining the condition of anything you invest money in. When it comes to creating a home wine cellar, there are several aspects to consider, including:
Temperature Control: Wine should be kept at a consistent temperature ranging from 45-65°F in order to preserve its flavor and quality. It’s best to avoid storing wine near a window or in a place where the temperature fluctuates frequently.
Humidity: Wine storage areas should have humidity levels between 60 and 70 percent at all times. Too high or low humidity can cause cork damage and allow air to seep into the bottles.
Light: UV rays can damage wine, so it’s important to ensure that storage areas are dark or have proper UV protection.
Organization: Proper organization is critical to avoid disturbing bottles and to ensure that they are easy to access. Keeping specific types of wine together and labeling their location within the cellar can also help create a more efficient system for storage.
By paying attention to these critical aspects and ensuring proper storage, any wine enthusiast can enjoy a collection of quality wines in their own home. Just like a sommelier or wine steward in a restaurant, homeowners can take on the responsibility of being a wine keeper and create an extensive wine collection to share with friends and family.