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quality temperature controllers, like TankNet, and more susceptible and therefore more apt to be
match them with reliable software systems that packaged in tinted bottles.
connect with a cloud-based network, allowing the
controllers to be accessed and used with smart- Wines undergoing malolactic fermentation are
phones or other remote-control devices to instantly generally held at 68 to 75 F (20-24 C). Barrel stor-
address any problems or concerns and help main- age rooms require constant temps around 55 to
tain process consistency and integrity. 60 F (13-16 C). Clarification processes like fining,
centrifuging and filtering needs temperatures in
“You know, consistency is everything, and consis- the range of 32 to 77 F (0-25 C). Hold sparkling
tent temperature control is the key to producing a wine at temperatures below 54 F (12 C) to promote
bottle of quality wine. Wines don’t tolerate fluctu- the required carbonation, and when bottling wine,
ating temperatures, so if you can do it yourself, do temperature recommendations are typically around
it, but if for any reason you can’t, it’s worth it to 60 F (15 C) to discourage or limit dissolved oxygen
have an offsite company handle your storage, crush during the filling process.
and fermentation needs. Naumes offers the full
spectrum of post-harvest services, from grape to Optimal wine storage has traditionally been listed
bottle, including lab work, analysis and more. at 55 F (13 C), but according to winemakers, red
varietals can safely be stored between 53 to 66
Recommended Temperature Guidelines F (12-19 C). You can go a little cooler with cham-
pagnes because of their needs–50 to 59 F (10-15 C).
Temperature fluctuations can have a detrimen- Wine should never be frozen or stored for a length
tal effect on bottled wines, which react to heat by of time above 68 F (20 C).
aging faster. In addition, direct sunlight or artificial
light can react with phenolic compounds in the
wine and cause spoilage. Lighter-colored wines are

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