The only time you want your wine heated up is for spiced wine or when you are going kosher. But when it gets hot outside, remember that the interior of a car heats up in minutes. For example, when it is 70 degrees external temprature, the interior of a closed car can reach 110 degrees in about twenty minutes.
So to help safeguard your wine find, always purchase from a retail location that is air conditioned. And then place the wine in the trunk, or if inside a car, under a blanket or towel or keep it in a box.
A small amount of heat will not kill the wine, but prolonged exposure to heat will certainly ruin the wine and take away it’s fruity nature.
Do not be afraid to ask a wine professional for help in the best way to transport wine home. We will cover home wine storage in another post.
I am available to help answer questions and consult on building a wine cellar where the wine matches your personal taste. Remember, it is not all about trophy wines, rather what you like and want to drink on a daily basis. Those are the true trophy wines.
Wine is a social beverage, do not be afraid to share.
Uncork happiness!
