Wine and Spirits

How long can unopened pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, and merlot be kept?

Assume it is kept in a basement laying down.

Additionally, how long can an unopened bottle of Bourbon be kept?
okay lisa, why don’t you use your brain, and assume ambient temperature or a little below, and cork stoppers. does anyone have a real answer?

The bourbon will keep indefinitely, it won’t improve or deteriorate.

Wines develop in the bottle. They can be kept for a few years, but whether they will develop beyond then depends on which wines they are.

A very crude measure is how much they cost you, anything under $20 should be drunk as soon as possible and within a couple of years, over $50 and it is likely to improve for a while and could be good drinking in 10 or 15 years.

But — an aged wine tastes differently to a young wine. Many people do not like the taste of an old wine.

If you are intending to store wine for a long time because you want it to improve or you think its value will increase, you have to start with the right wine. Come back with names and vintages.

If you have seen a case of wine at a bargain price and you’re worried it will go off if kept too long, fear not, it should still be drinkable in a year or two.

Enjoy

Update:

I have just seen your unnecessarily rude comment to Lisa
(Feb 14, 2006 at 8:43 am
okay lisa, why don’t you use your brain, and assume ambient temperature or a little below, and cork stoppers.)

You are the person that is asking, but you give minimal information and then are rude to people who try to help. Lisa is quite correct that temperature is very important in storing wine. Even now after picking on her you only say ‘ambient temperature’ – well, what is that then? If here is someone here who needs to use a brain, it is not Lisa.

Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon, Any Opportunities? – …

Riedel O Set of 6 with 2 Bonus Glasses Is this a bargain, or what? This new freebee pack gets you eight ( yes, 8!) Riedel O Cabernet stemless tumblers for the price of six! Designed by 11th generation, Maximilian Riedel, these Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot tumblers are reminiscent of the Vinum bowls, only without the stem. Trendy and sophisticated, these tumblers will perform much like Riedel’s preceding wineglass creations, but will also …

Riedel Wine Series Cabernet/Merlot Glass, Set of 2 $24.95 The Wine Line Riedel stems to use anytime all the time. Why settle for boring everyday stemware when you can experience the sensuous pleasure of Riedel so reasonably priced. A perfect accord of the beautiful and practical the abundant crystal bowls echo the flavor-enhancing properties of Riedel Vinum the deco stems make a sophisticated style statement and the four-column cloverleaf design con…

Riedel O Tumblers, Set of 2 Designed by 11th generation, Maximilian Riedel, these Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot tumblers are reminiscent of the Vinum bowls, only without the stem. Trendy and sophisticated, these tumblers will perform much like Riedel’s preceding wineglass creations, but will also fit easily into the dishwasher or cupboard without the worries of breaking the stem. For those who would like to experience the concept…

Jancis Robinson’s Wine Course (Introduction and Chardonnay/ Cabernet Sauvignon/ Syrah,Shiraz and Riesling/ Pinot Noir/ Fizz and Grape Invaders) [VHS] $13.98 Over the course of five videos, Jancis Robinson gives us a basic understanding of wine: how it is made, how to appreciate it, how to properly store, open, and drink it. Robinson is an expert in the field, editor of The Oxford Companion to Wine, as well as a columnist for the Wine Spectator. These tapes, though, are not just about the drink; just as interesting is her look into the people behind th…

Vineyard Classics: Cabernet Sauvignon $9.98 …

Cabernet Sauvignon …

Jancis Robinson’s Wine Course – Cabernet & Sauvignon Blanc [VHS] $3.61 For those of you fortunate enough to be able to collect the wines, Jancis Robinson explains how to start a wine cellar in this, the second video in her wine course. Looking into the one of the most popular wines in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as sauvignon blanc, Robinson visits wineries in France, Chile, and New Zealand. “Flying winemakers”–those who travel worldwide to produce their w…

Watch Face Ceramic Cabinet Knobs-4pc, Cupboard Drawer Pulls & Handles ~ Lot of 4 ~ K37 Hand-Painted Vintage London Watch Face Knobs with Polished Nickel Hardware. Ceramic Knobs, Handles & Pulls for Dresser, Drawers, Cabinets & Vanity $23.80 The old vintage London watch face ceramic knobs or porcelain pulls can be used as cupboard pulls, cabinet knobs, dresser drawer pulls and kitchen handles. The handmade ceramic knobs have subtle hand-painted details and vintage shape that make these knobs perfect for your shabby or country chic decor….

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Horizontal of Wine Bottle with Glasses and Grapes – 36W x 24H Removable Graphic $51.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

Vigne – 24W x 18H – Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys $33.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

Meg Page ‘Cabernet Sauvignon’ Framed Art Print $122.99 Artist: Meg PageTitle: Cabernet SauvignonProduct type: Framed art print

Robert Mondavi by Waterford Cabernet Sauvignon Glasses (Set of 6) $110.29 This stemware from the Mondavi collection is specifically designed to bring out the best in wines. The Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon glasses feature a generously proportioned bowl, which accentuates the characteristics of the wine.

The Vineyard at the End of the World (Hardcover) $17.61 For generations, Argentine wine was famously bad-oxidized, unpalatable, and often mixed with a low-class French grape called Malbec. But then in 2001, a Cabernet Sauvignon / Malbec blend beat all contenders in a blind taste test featuring Napa and Bor…

100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love $16.95 Make the most of every meal! This is the perfect cookbook to help simplify pairing main dishes with your favorite wines.Sensational food and wine pairings don’t require a sommelier’s expertise. 100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love puts them at your fingertips with delicious dishes for just about every occasion.Written for everyday wine lovers, this simple but savvy cookbook features 100 recipes organized by twelve popular wine varieties, including six whites and six reds. To serve a dish that will pair perfectly with your favorite Chardonnay, Syrah, or Pinot Grigio, for example, just turn to that chapter, make any one of the exciting entreés you find there, and serve it with your wine. It’s that easy. Try Pork Loin Roast with Dried Cranberry Stuffing and Pinot Noir, Cilantro-Lime Salmon Over Jasmine Rice and Riesling, and Bacon and Blue Cheese Burgers with Merlot. Or do your own thing—basic pairing advice is included for each wine, so you can create your own perfect pairings.Whether you’re serving Cabernet Sauvignon or Sauvignon Blanc, hosting a fancy dinner party or sharing a meal for two, 100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love delivers incredible dishes that will make every pairing perfect!

100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love $16.95 Make the most of every meal! This is the perfect cookbook to help simplify pairing main dishes with your favorite wines.Sensational food and wine pairings don’t require a sommelier’s expertise. 100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love puts them at your fingertips with delicious dishes for just about every occasion.Written for everyday wine lovers, this simple but savvy cookbook features 100 recipes organized by twelve popular wine varieties, including six whites and six reds. To serve a dish that will pair perfectly with your favorite Chardonnay, Syrah, or Pinot Grigio, for example, just turn to that chapter, make any one of the exciting entreés you find there, and serve it with your wine. It’s that easy. Try Pork Loin Roast with Dried Cranberry Stuffing and Pinot Noir, Cilantro-Lime Salmon Over Jasmine Rice and Riesling, and Bacon and Blue Cheese Burgers with Merlot. Or do your own thing—basic pairing advice is included for each wine, so you can create your own perfect pairings.Whether you’re serving Cabernet Sauvignon or Sauvignon Blanc, hosting a fancy dinner party or sharing a meal for two, 100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love delivers incredible dishes that will make every pairing perfect!

101 Poems from My Lithuanian Soul That Seek to Be Sung $11 New – Collection of 101 poems written over a span of twenty years. Poem Chapters: Heroes, History & Me, Faith, Patterns, Blues & Country, Days of Music, Occupation, Relationships, Nature & Places, Appalachian Trail, The Dark Side, Love, Nonsense. Sample Poems: Godda be Like God, United States of Paradox, Prince of Peace, Cabernet Sauvignon, The Hominoid that Got Lucky, Catoctin to Katahdin, Love is a Four Letter Verb, Mathematical Love, Don’t Let my Willie, Why do Men have Nipples? Poetry and mu

101 Poems from My Lithuanian Soul That Seek to Be Sung $11 Used – Collection of 101 poems written over a span of twenty years. Poem Chapters: Heroes, History & Me, Faith, Patterns, Blues & Country, Days of Music, Occupation, Relationships, Nature & Places, Appalachian Trail, The Dark Side, Love, Nonsense. Sample Poems: Godda be Like God, United States of Paradox, Prince of Peace, Cabernet Sauvignon, The Hominoid that Got Lucky, Catoctin to Katahdin, Love is a Four Letter Verb, Mathematical Love, Don’t Let my Willie, Why do Men have Nipples? Poetry and m

Adelaida Cellars $52.8 Used – High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Adelaida Cellars is a family-owned and operated winery that was named after a 19th-century settlement in the mountains of west Paso Robles, California. Situated at 2,000 feet of elevation and 14 miles from the Pacific Ocean, the terrain of the Adelaida, California district is marked by ancient calcareous soils, diurnal temperature variations of nearly 50 F, and warm, dry growing seasons. Adelaida Cellars produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot noir,

Adelaida Cellars $52.8 Used – High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Adelaida Cellars is a family-owned and operated winery that was named after a 19th-century settlement in the mountains of west Paso Robles, California. Situated at 2,000 feet of elevation and 14 miles from the Pacific Ocean, the terrain of the Adelaida, California district is marked by ancient calcareous soils, diurnal temperature variations of nearly 50 F, and warm, dry growing seasons. Adelaida Cellars produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot noir,

Alibernet $64.8 Used – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Alibernet ist eine rote Rebsorte. Die Kreuzung der Neuz chtung erfolgte 1950 in Odessa an der ukrainischen Ukrainskii Nauchno – Issledovadelskii Institut Vinogradarstva i Vinodeliya (Forschungsstation f r Weinbau). Alibernet ist eine Kreuzung zwischen Alicante Bouschet x Cabernet Sauvignon. Sie besitzt eine gute Resistenz gegen Pilzkrankheiten wie den Echten Mehl

Andr Tchelistcheff $59.58 New – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Andr Tchelistcheff (Russian:, December 7, 1901 – April 5, 1994) was America’s most influential post-Prohibition winemaker. Tchelistcheff is most notable for his contributions toward defining the style of California’s best wines, especially Cabernet Sauvignon. Called the “dean of American winemakers,” industry pioneers, such as Robert Mondavi, Louis Martini and Rob

Annie and Margrit: Recipes and Stories from the Robert Mondavi Kitchen $1.99 The wines of the Robert Mondavi Winery are acclaimed the world over. Less well known is the fact that the winery features a private dining room to rival the best restaurants in the Napa Valley. Here in the Vineyard Room, innovative chef Annie Roberts brings a refined sense of taste and balance to her creations, always designed with the perfect wine in mind. The winery is also home to elegant music and art events, all planned to perfection by Annie’s mother, Margrit. And so a mother and daughter come together to deliver a wine country experience like no other. In ANNIE AND MARGRIT, renowned cookbook author Victoria Wise shares behind-the-scenes stories of Annie and Margrit’s collaboration over time, along with Annie’s fabulous recipes, reflecting treasures and traditions from her mother’s cooking and influences from life in the Napa Valley. From the start, Margrit and Annie cooked with one another, Annie learning at Margrit’s stove. Years later, Annie became the first executive chef of a winery in the Napa Valley, and developed a repertoire including Squab with Cabernet Sauvignon-Onion Marmalade and Spatzli; Salmon Fillets with Whole Grain Mustard Beurre Blanc; Poussins with Swiss Chard Gratin; and Fresh Plum Galette. ANNIE AND MARGRIT takes you inside the Mondavi experience, evoking the tastes, sights, and sounds of a day’s visit to the winery.

Barnes and Noble Basics Wine: An Easy, Smart Guide to Enjoying Wine $2.32 New – “A good place to start…to learn the basic pleasures of wine.”–”Underground Wine Journal” Take the anxiety out of choosing that bottle of wine–no matter what occasion you’re buying it for. This easy-to-follow advice, combined with beautifully illustrated pages, teaches you all you’ll need to know. See how to read a wine label, understand the difference between a Merlot and a Cabernet Sauvignon, find out what a dessert wine is, and learn how to decipher a restaurant wine menu. Flavorful

Baron $58.8 Used – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Baron ist eine 1983 neu gez chtete pilzwiderstandsf hige rote Kelter- Rebsorte. Baron wurde am Staatlichen Weinbauinstitut Freiburg durch Norbert Becker aus den Sorten Cabernet Sauvignon (als Muttersorte, ) und Bronner (als Vatersorte, ) gekreuzt. Die Rebsorte Bronner wiederum ging aus den Elternsorten Merzling (als Muttersorte, ) und Gm 6494 (als Vaterpopulation

Baron $84 Used – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Baron ist eine 1983 neu gez chtete pilzwiderstandsf hige rote Kelter- Rebsorte. Baron wurde am Staatlichen Weinbauinstitut Freiburg durch Norbert Becker aus den Sorten Cabernet Sauvignon (als Muttersorte, ) und Bronner (als Vatersorte, ) gekreuzt. Die Rebsorte Bronner wiederum ging aus den Elternsorten Merzling (als Muttersorte, ) und Gm 6494 (als Vaterpopulation

Bor: Borirodalom, Borok, Boros Esem Nyek, Borvid Kek, Bor Szok, Sz L Szet, Sz L Fajt K, Belga Csemegesz L , Cabernet Sauvignon $23.99 Used – Forr s: Wikipedia. Oldalak: 75. Fejezetek: Borirodalom, Borok, Boros esem nyek, Borvid kek, Bor szok, Sz l szet, Sz l fajt k, Belga csemegesz l, Cabernet sauvignon, Vil gfajta sz l k, Toszk nai borutak, Merlot, Saszla, Lik rbor, Cabernet franc, Borbetegs gek, A bor, Muskot ly, Fr ccs, Solaris, Dion szosz, Sz l m vel s-m dok, K kfrankos, K koport, K knyel, M ller-Thurgau, Bork sz t s, Asz bor, Filox ra, Pezsg, Sherry, Olaszrizling, Cserszegi f szeres, Douro borvid k, Lovag ?’s iv h lgy, Mu

Bor: Borirodalom, Borok, Boros Esem Nyek, Borvid Kek, Bor Szok, Sz L Szet, Sz L Fajt K, Belga Csemegesz L , Cabernet Sauvignon $23.99 New – Forr s: Wikipedia. Oldalak: 75. Fejezetek: Borirodalom, Borok, Boros esem nyek, Borvid kek, Bor szok, Sz l szet, Sz l fajt k, Belga csemegesz l, Cabernet sauvignon, Vil gfajta sz l k, Toszk nai borutak, Merlot, Saszla, Lik rbor, Cabernet franc, Borbetegs gek, A bor, Muskot ly, Fr ccs, Solaris, Dion szosz, Sz l m vel s-m dok, K kfrankos, K koport, K knyel, M ller-Thurgau, Bork sz t s, Asz bor, Filox ra, Pezsg, Sherry, Olaszrizling, Cserszegi f szeres, Douro borvid k, Lovag ?’s iv h lgy, Mus

Burrowing Owl Estate $60.99 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Burrowing Owl Estate is a Canadian wine grower and producer. The estate is based fifteen kilometres south of Oliver, British Columbia, in the Okanagan Valley wine region. Burrowing Owl owns 140 acres of vineyards and produces between 28,000 to 30,000 cases of wine each vintage. Organic viticulture techniques are used by the winery as part of the environmental policy. The estate produces nine wines, entirely from grapes harvested from their own vineyard holdings. Red wines produced are made from Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot noir, Syrah, a Meritage blend and a new wine released in 2010, the Athene, a blend of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. White wines are made from Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. Burrowing Owl Estate has a restaurant and accommodation at the winery. The restaurant Sonora Room was opened in 2003 and ten guestrooms were completed in 2006.

No Responses so far | Have Your Say!