How long each type of wine REALLY can last once opened – and the best ways to keep it tasting fresh
A wine merchant has shared how long wine lasts after opening the bottle
Sean Menzes said oxidation takes place as oxygen interacts with the wine
The type of wine, how it is stored and the amount in the bottle are all key factors
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A wine merchant has revealed how long different drops last once opened – and how to make each one stay fresh a little longer.
Sean Menzes from Australia said that when a wine bottle is cracked, oxidation begins to take place – a chemical reaction where the wine is exposed to oxygen.
How long the alcohol lasts depends on the type of wine, how it is stored and how much is left in the bottle.
Wine merchant Sean Menzes said when a wine bottle is cracked open, oxidation begins to take place – a chemical reaction where the wine is exposed to oxygen. How long the alcohol lasts depends on the type of wine, how it is stored and how much is left in the bottle (stock image)
Menzes told the Australian Alcohol Retailer Dan Murphy’s an open bottle of white wine or rosé will last between three and five days if kept cool in the fridge.
Sparkling wine only lasts one to two days after opening, so it’s best to invest in a good quality cork or enjoy a bottle with others.
In winter, opened bottles of red wine will last between four and five days, but in summer, due to the heat, it will last two to three days.
It is also recommended to store red wine in a dark place, regardless of whether it is open or closed.
Fortunately, there are a number of ways to make your leftover wine last longer.
The age-old trick of placing a teaspoon down the neck of an open bottle of wine doesn’t do much, so Mr Menzes recommends buying a bottle stopper.
If you only have a glass or two left in a 750ml bottle, you may be able to transfer it to a smaller bottle.
This will decrease the surface area and amount of air inside the bottle to slow down the oxidation process.