Chapter 5
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Next steps
- Don't store reds upright in a warm kitchen. Lay bottles on their side, ideally somewhere cool and dark.
- Serve red wine a touch cool — pop it in the fridge for 20–30 minutes before opening. Most people serve red too warm, which makes the alcohol stand out. (Full details in our serving guide.)
- Buy from a shop with turnover. A bottle that's been sitting in heat for two years won't taste like it should.
- Ask the staff. A good wine shop loves recommending Argentine wines — just say “I love Malbec, what should I try next?” and watch them light up.
