Champagne Storage

[Rossyboy]

I've been lucky enough to receive a few bottles of champagne during the festive season, and was wondering how long I can keep them before they become undrinkable. I imagine it can be quite a long time if kept under the right conditions.

Any ideas?

[Pinotage]

Champagne keeps well, and in my experience should be kept for at least 6 months before opening, there is a noticeable improvement, and will keep well for years. (although after several years aging it will get darker in colour and more biscuity tasting).

 

Like all wine, if you're going to age it, keep it in cool dark conditions as a steady temperature.

 

Champagne goes well with food, including fish'n'chips (!) and makes a super aperitif.

[Solarjunkie]

Don't forget to keep it lying on its side to keep the cork moist.

Enjoy!

[Pinotage]

No - its not necessary to store Champagne (or any other wine) on its side unless you're aging for many years.

 

See this article on my site at www.winelabels.org/artaging.htm

[D.G.W.T.H.]

see previous answer about vinegar and Dans balls