Why does white wine last longer than red wine?!
Why does white wine last longer than red wine?
When I open a bottle of red wine it is only really good for a day or so but white wine will last much, much longer and still be really good. Why?
Answers:
The lack of tannin, and perhaps that the sugar's in white actually promote the smallest amount of re-fermentation before the oxydization process kicks in, depending on chemical process and metabisulphate and sulphate levels, and secondary fermantation...also, the tannins in even heavily oaked chardonnays contribute to faster oxydization than in, say, a riesling.
...remember, in Jerez, they oxydize on purpose (sherry)! No prob, though, next time it happens, just add some heat, spice, and brandy....mmm...if white, then chill it and serve on ice.
probably cause white is kept in the fridge. As well as slowing the 'decaying' process, the coldness make it harder to detect the wine turning slowly to vinegar... i don't think wine should be kept anyway or use it for cooking then as you just need the overhaul taste and not the finer flavor
It depends on how you preserve your reds after opening it you can put it in the refrigerator. Then an hour or so before you want to drink it take it out and it can last as long as white as long as it is stored properly on its side at a tilt.
b/c red wine is so tasty I drink the bottle in one sitting.