On Thu, 29 Sep 2005 20:45:00 +0100, "Bobby" >
wrote:

>Can anyone tell me how long an opened bottled of red lasts? Presuming that
>the bottle is re-corked?

Depends on the wine, the temperature you keep it at (It will keep
linger refrigerated), your personal taste, and how fussy you are. Some
wines might even improve though - you never know.

Personally I would aim to finish a bottle the folowing day, and even
then I usually think some detioration has taken place.

If you have a wine you drink often, try keep a bottle for a several
days, trying some every day. Judge for yourself. You should notice
the fruity aromas disappearing and getting replaced by sherry-type
smells - the result of oxidation. You may even notice it turn
vinegary, but I have never kept a bottle that long.

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Steve Slatcher
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