The storage of sweet wine
Store your sweet wines optimally and discover their longevity
Sweet wines such as ice wines, Trockenbeerenauslesen or Beerenauslesen develop fascinating complexity and finesse through perfect ageing. High-quality sweet wines in particular, such as German Riesling Spätlese, Sauternes sweet wines, Tokaj or Austrian sweet wines from renowned growing regions, benefit enormously from ageing. Under ideal conditions, they develop their intense tertiary aromas, balance and incomparable depth of flavor over time.
Why is the correct storage of sweet wine important?
Sweet wines are sensitive to temperature fluctuations, light and dry air. Incorrect storage can have a negative impact on the maturing process, bring out undesirable aromas or cause the wine to oxidize due to low humidity. In particular, acidity and freshness, which are important for the balance of the Prädikat wine, are lost if stored incorrectly. With the optimum storage solutions from Wine Wallet , your sweet wines mature under the best conditions and reach their full potential.
Tips for the perfect storage of sweet wine
- Constant temperature: The ideal long-term storage temperature for sweet wine is between 12-16°C. Temperatures that are too high and above all variable can have a negative effect on the maturing process, while temperatures that are too low slow down the maturing process.
- Humidity: Ensure a constant humidity of around 60-70% to keep the cork intact and prevent oxidation.
- Storage position: Ideally, store the sweet wine horizontally so that the cork of the wine does not dry out.
- Light protection: Sweet wine should be protected from direct sunlight and strong light, as UV light can negatively affect the aromas and taste.
- Clean environment: When storing sweet wine, ensure a clean and odorless environment. Corks can absorb negative odors and labels can be damaged by careless storage.
Wine Wallet
The smart solution for your wines
Regardless of whether it's summer heat or freezing cold outside - we store your valuable wines in perfect conditions: safe, vibration-free and protected. With Wine Wallet , you still have access to your wine storage at any time and from anywhere in the world. Our solution combines traditional security with modern, digital wine management.
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Collection/delivery
Would you like to bring your wines to us safely and conveniently? No problem! Whether you want us to collect your bottles by a forwarding agent or deliver them yourself - we will ensure smooth and safe transportation.
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Professional storage
We mature your wines under ideal conditions: constant temperatures, perfect humidity and protection from UV light. This preserves the quality - and every drop becomes an experience.
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Management in the WebApp
Keep track of your wines at all times! With our WebApp you can manage your collection digitally, plan drinking times, check market values and trace the origin of each bottle.
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Shipping at the click of a mouse
Fancy a glass or would you like to give a bottle as a gift? With just a few clicks, you can send your wines securely to any address. We'll take care of the rest.
Become part of the fastest growing wine collector network in the DACH region!
- Without depositing your credit card during registration
- Non-binding look into the Wine Wallet
- First payment only with storage of the first bottle of wine
- No automatic renewal of the subscription
Wine Wallet subscription
from €18.94/month for 120 bottles
- Secure space for your wines in Austria's most modern and sustainable wine storage facility INCLUDING insurance for your wines (up to €100,000 market value of the wines included in the package)
- Optimal storage conditions: constant temperature of 15°C, 70% humidity and UV protection around the clock
- Digital WebApp: 24/7 availability on your cell phone and the option to digitize your private inventory at home as well
- Storage of special sizes (magnum, double magnum, ...) and original wooden crates (OWC) possible
"If I didn't have the Wine Wallet , I would never have bought these wines."
Roland P.
Graduate sommelier
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FAQ
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about Wine Wallet.
How long can sweet wine be stored?
How long you can store a sweet wine depends on the wine and your personal taste. As a rule, sweet wines can mature for several years, often even several decades, and develop more complex aromas.
Can I store sweet wines in the refrigerator?
Short-term storage in the fridge is fine, especially for open bottles. For long-term storage, storage in perfect conditions such as Wine Wallet is essential to ensure optimal maturation.
What temperature is ideal for storing sweet wine
The ideal long-term storage temperature for sweet wine is between 12-16°C. Temperatures that are too high and above all variable can have a negative impact on the maturing process.
