How many times have you stared at a bottle of wine, wanting just one glass, but stopped because you knew you wouldn’t finish it? While it depends on the wine, most wines last a couple of days after opening. The factors that affect how long a wine lasts after opening depends on the type of wine, how it is stored, and how much air exposure it gets. As a general rule of thumb, make sure all wines are resealed with a cork or wine stopper and store in a cool place.
Red Wine
Lasts 3-5 days after opening.
Make sure to reseal the bottle tightly. This can include putting the cork back in or using a wine stopper. Store in a cool, dark place or fridge.
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White Wine
Lasts 3-5 days after opening.
Store white wine in the fridge after opening to make it last. Use a stopper or cork to keep it fresh.
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Rosé wine
Lasts 3-5 days after opening.
Store Rosé in the fridge after opening to make it last. Use a stopper or cork to keep it fresh.
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Sparkling Wine
Lasts 1-3 days after opening.
Sparkling wines lose fizz quickly, so it is important to drink faster than your traditional red or whites. Make sure to use a sparkling wine stopper and keep chilled.
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Dessert Wine
Lasts 7-14+ days after opening.
Dessert wines have a high sugar content, so they last longer. Make sure to keep sealed and refrigerate.
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Fortified Wine
Lasts 2-4+ weeks after opening.
Fortified wine has a high alcohol content, so it lasts longer. Make sure to store it in a cool place and keep it sealed.
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