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At Champagne Lallier, we understand that not every bottle will be finished in one evening. With proper care, our Champagnes can retain their effervescence and delicate flavors for several days after opening, allowing you to savor them at your leisure.
Here’s how to extend the life of your opened Champagne Lallier, ensuring each subsequent pour is as delightful as the first.
Saving Champagne Once It Has Been Opened
With meticulous care and attention to detail, an opened bottle of our Champagne can retain its delicate effervescence and nuanced flavors for several days.
Proper storage is paramount: reseal an open bottle with a specialized Champagne stopper to minimize oxygen exposure. Place the bottle upright in the refrigerator, ideally between 43°F and 50°F (6–10°C).
Under these conditions, you can expect your Champagne Lallier to remain vibrant and fresh for three to five days, depending on the volume of wine left in the bottle. Beyond this timeframe, while the Champagne may still be palatable, its signature effervescence may begin to fade and intricate flavors undergo some changes.
Our Expert Tips for Saving and Storing Opened Champagne
Opening a bottle of Champagne exposes the wine to oxygen, triggering a gradual oxidation process and the release of carbon dioxide (CO2), the source of its effervescence.
To extend the life of your opened Champagne, you will need to minimize oxygen contact and preserve the remaining CO2.
Where to Store Opened Champagne
Storing your opened bottle of Champagne Lallier upright in the refrigerator is essential to maintain its exquisite character. Champagne’s nuanced aromas can easily be overwhelmed by stronger scents, so we recommend avoiding storing your opened Champagne near anything pungent.
Furthermore, the refrigerator’s cool temperature helps slow down the release of carbon dioxide (CO2), preserving the vibrant effervescence that defines our Champagnes.
How to Cover Your Champagne
Should you find yourself with an opened bottle of our exquisite Champagne, fear not, for there are ways to preserve its effervescence and delicate flavors for days to come.
To preserve the Champagne, a hermetic stopper is the best option. These create an airtight seal around the bottle’s neck, effectively keeping oxygen out and carbon dioxide in.
“There was once a legend saying that placing a coffee spoon in the bottle’s neck would preserve the bubbles,” says Champagne Lallier global brand ambassador, Sarah Durand. “Well, that’s not true. The best option to close an opened bottle of Champagne remains the hermetic stopper.
How Can You Best Preserve Unopened Champagne?
Champagne is sensitive to light, heat, and temperature fluctuations, making proper storage essential even before opening the bottle.
Instead of keeping unopened Champagne in the refrigerator, store it in a cool, dark place at a consistent temperature. For long-term storage, keep the bottle lying on its side or upright depending on which is the most convenient for you, as the Champagne will continue to evolve in the same way. Just be mindful not to switch between positions as this could lead the cork to be less secure over time.
For more tips read our article on the best ways to store Champagne at home here.
