<div class="wrapper"><div class="container"><div class="hero-wrapper"><div class="heroImgWrapper"><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature.jpg" class="heroImg" decoding="async" height="201" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width:1024px) 93vw, 1028px" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature.width-310.jpg" srcset="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature.width-310.jpg 310w, https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature.width-616.jpg 616w, https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature.width-1028.jpg 1000w" width="310"></div><div class="with-sticky-wrapper"><article class="article-wrapper"><div class="hero-description-wrapper"><div class="heroDescriptions"><h1>Wine Fridge Temperature For Different Styles Of Wine</h1><div class="author">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></div><div class="gupWrapper"><div class="mobile-gup"><p>Your bottle of wine tastes best when <a href="#the-ideal-wine-storage-temperature">stored and served at its optimal temperature</a>.&#160;</p><p>A wine fridge lets you <a href="#the-optimal-wine-fridge-temperatures-for-different-wine-styles">store your bottle at the proper temperature</a>, keeping the wine&#8217;s flavor intact.&#160;</p><p>The rule of thumb is: reds are best stored at room temperature and whites and bubblies, chilled.</p><p>Let&#8217;s uncover <a href="#the-ideal-wine-storage-temperature">the ideal wine storage temperature</a> (including the perfect temperature range) for different wine styles. We&#8217;ll then cover <a href="#the-optimal-wine-fridge-temperatures-for-different-wine-styles">why wine fridge temperature matters</a> and go over <a href="#6-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-using-a-wine-fridge">six tips for using a wine fridge</a>.</p><div class="calloutWrapper"><h3>Further reading</h3><ul><li>Discover <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/wine-cabinet">What&#8217;s A Wine Cabinet And How It&#8217;s Different From A Wine Cooler And Wine Rack</a>.</li><li>Explore all you need to know about the <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/wine-cooler">Wine Cooler or Wine Fridge: Types, Features, And More</a>.</li></ul></div><h2 data-toc-link="link-1" id="the-ideal-wine-storage-temperature">The Ideal Wine Storage Temperature</h2><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-1.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-1.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Storage time and the style of wine determine the ideal temperature of your wine fridge.</p><p>If your wine needs long-term storage, keep it at 52oF-57&#176;F (11&#176;C-14&#176;C) to help it age gracefully for years and to prevent spoilage.</p><p>However, if the plan is to open the bottle within six months, store your wine at its <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/wine-temperature">serving temperature</a> &#8212; <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/red-wine">red wine</a> is best served at 54oF-64&#176;F (12&#176;C-18&#176;C), <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/white-wine">white wine</a> at 46oF-54&#176;F (8&#176;C-12&#176;C), and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/sparkling-wine">sparkling wine</a> at around 43&#176;F(6&#176;C).</p><p><i>Curious about the ideal wine cooler temperature for different wines?</i></p><h2 data-toc-link="link-2" id="the-optimal-wine-fridge-temperatures-for-different-wine-styles">The Optimal Wine Fridge Temperatures For Different Wine Styles</h2><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-2.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-2.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Here are the different temperatures that are optimal for storing different wine styles:</p><ul><li><b>Fortified Wine: </b>Sweet or dry, <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/fortified-wine">fortified wines</a> like <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/port-wine">Port</a> and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/madeira-wine">Madeira</a> are best stored at 66&#176;F (19&#176;C).</li><li><b>Full-Bodied Red Wine:</b> Red wine styles like <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/shiraz-wine">Shiraz</a> and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/cabernet-sauvignon-wine">Cabernet Sauvignon</a> express themselves best at 63oF-64&#176;F (17oC-18&#176;C).</li><li><b>Light to Medium-Bodied Red Wine:</b> Reds like <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/merlot-wine">Merlot</a> and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/pinot-noir">Pinot Noir</a> taste exceptional at 54oF-61&#176;F (12oC-16&#176;C).</li><li><b>Full-Bodied White Wine:</b> Whites like <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/chardonnay-wine">Chardonnay</a> are stored at 50&#176;F (10&#176;C).</li><li><b>Light to Medium-Bodied White Wine:</b> Wines like <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/riesling">Riesling</a>, <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/pinot-gris-wine">Pinot Gris</a>, and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/sauvignon-blanc">Sauvignon Blanc</a> should be kept at 46&#176;F-48&#176;F (8&#176;C-9&#176;C).</li><li><b>Sparkling Wine And Dessert Wine:</b> 41&#176;F-46&#176;F (5&#176;C-8&#176;C) is the best temperature for storing sparkling and <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/dessert-wine">dessert wines</a>.</li></ul><p><i>Wondering why wine fridge temperature is important?</i></p><h2 data-toc-link="link-3" id="why-does-wine-fridge-temperature-matter">Why Does Wine Fridge Temperature Matter?</h2><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-3.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-3.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Store wine at over 70&#176;F, and it&#8217;ll age rapidly, losing its aromas and flavors.&#160;</p><p>And when the wine fridge temperature is too low, the wine may form ice particles, forcing it out the cork.&#160;</p><p>Besides, a rapid wine temperature fluctuation can make the wine cork contract and expand, causing oxygen seepage and premature wine aging.</p><p>Maintaining the right temperature not only helps with <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/does-wine-go-bad">wine preservation</a> but also helps it age gracefully by helping it develop complex flavors, aromas, structure, and acidity.</p><p>We&#8217;ll now mention a few things to remember when refrigerating wine. </p><h2 data-toc-link="link-4" id="6-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-using-a-wine-fridge">6 Things To Keep In Mind When Using A Wine Fridge</h2><p>Here are <b>six </b>things to consider when storing wines in a wine fridge:</p><h3 id="1.-temperature-setting">1. Temperature Setting</h3><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-4.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-4.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>If you use a single zone wine cooler to store different types of wines, set the <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/wine-storage">wine storage</a> temperature as 55&#176;F(13&#176;C). It&#8217;s also easier to chill or warm up the wine (depending on the style) while drinking.</p><p>For a dual zone wine cooler, keep one zone at 55&#176;F(13&#176;C) for long-term storage and the other at a cooler temperature setting of 52&#176;F(11&#176;C) for immediate consumption.</p><h3 id="2.-where-to-keep-it">2. Where To Keep It</h3><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-5.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-5.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Do not keep your single zone or dual zone wine cooler in a frequently used room so that the beverage cooler doesn&#8217;t face continuous vibrations. This is because vibrations speed up chemical reactions and alter the wine&#8217;s taste.</p><h3 id="3.-humidity-level">3. Humidity Level</h3><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-6.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-6.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Set the humidity level between 50% and 80% for your wine coolers to ensure that the corks don&#8217;t dry out and avoid wine oxidation.</p><h3 id="4.-fridge-lighting">4. Fridge Lighting</h3><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-7.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-7.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Your bottle wine cooler should use LED lights or incandescent bulbs since fluorescent lights emit UV that can <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/blog/aged-wine">age your wines</a> prematurely and damage the labels.</p><h3 id="5.-fridge-capacity">5. Fridge Capacity</h3><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-8.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-8.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Keep the wine refrigerator under-filled &#8212; if the refrigerator is overfilled, it won&#8217;t be able to maintain the <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnmariani/2019/12/18/is-there-a-correct-temperature-for-wines/">proper temperature</a> for long.</p><h3 id="6.-bottle-orientation">6. Bottle Orientation</h3><img alt="wine-fridge-temperature-9.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="550" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/wine-fridge-temperature-9.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p>Store your wine bottle horizontally in the cooler to prevent the cork from becoming brittle.</p><h2 id="store-your-exotic-wine-at-the-ideal-temperature">Store Your Exotic Wine At The Ideal Temperature</h2><p>Storing wine at <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T8CwDLFxOuDJmLdml6tQ-sCgTCw7Zx07cpvPi_6Y_Eo/edit#heading=h.r6am5vcyi2vi">the right wine fridge temperature</a> lets it age well and develop the intended taste.&#160;</p><p>However, it&#8217;s challenging to maintain the ideal temperature required for different wines without a proper wine cellar.</p><img alt="5fd27fd20590627c0262de43_meursault-wine-13.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" decoding="async" height="429" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/5fd27fd20590627c0262de43_meursault-wine-13.width-800.jpg" width="700"><p>If you&#8217;re a wine enthusiast or wine collector and want to avoid the trouble of putting together a storage space for your wine collection, <a href="https://www.vinovest.co/">check out <b>Vinovest</b></a> &#8212; an<b> online wine investment company</b> that helps you <b>buy</b>, <b>store</b>, and <b>sell</b> the finest wines from all over the world.</p></div></div></article></div></div></div></div><div class="related-wrapper"><div class="related-container"><h3>Related Articles</h3><div class="article-cards-wrapper"><a class="article-card-wrapper" href="/blog/roscato-sweet-red-wine"><img alt="roscato-sweet-red-wine.jpg" class="cardOfArticleImage" decoding="async" height="187" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/roscato-sweet-red-wine.width-280.jpg" width="280"><div class="wrap "><h2 class="cardOfArticleTitle ">Roscato Sweet Red Wine: 3 Styles, Taste, Best Bottles (2024)</h2><div class="author ">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></a><a class="article-card-wrapper" href="/blog/amarone-della-valpolicella"><img alt="amarone-della-valpolicella.jpg" class="cardOfArticleImage" decoding="async" height="187" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/amarone-della-valpolicella.width-280.jpg" width="280"><div class="wrap "><h2 class="cardOfArticleTitle ">Amarone Della Valpolicella: 10 Best Wines, Prices, Winemaking</h2><div class="author ">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></a><a class="article-card-wrapper" href="/blog/how-to-open-a-wine-bottle-without-a-corkscrew"><img alt="how-to-open-a-wine-bottle-without-a-corkscrew.jpg" class="cardOfArticleImage" decoding="async" height="187" loading="lazy" src="https://cms.cdn4vest.com/images/how-to-open-a-wine-bottle-without-a-corkscrew.width-280.jpg" width="280"><div class="wrap "><h2 class="cardOfArticleTitle ">How To Open A Wine Bottle Without A Corkscrew: 8 Great Hacks</h2><div class="author ">by Anthony Zhang</div></div></a></div></div></div>

Discover the ideal wine fridge temperatures for different wines, why it matters, and 6 things to consider when using a wine fridge.