Michael Dreyfus agrees that the screw top is efficient for storage as well as cost. But the unsophisticated stigma attached may be hard to overcome. But if it catches on, it would mean big things as far as design changes in the wine cellar, because wines would no longer have to be stored on their sides to protect the cork. Tips on Wine Storage Wine cellars can go from the inexpensive to the outrageous. Once you've determined your budget, your space requirements and the size cellar you want, there are some things about storing wine that you need to know.
Heat can change the character, aroma and flavor of the wine.
While wines can be stored up to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, extreme temperature fluctuation is bad for wines as it may cause pressure changes within the bottle exposing it to potential air leaks. Air in the bottle is bad as it can oxidize the wine. Many newer basements that house large heating units become too warm in the winter. There should be a careful balance of just enough moisture to keep the cork from drying out but not so much as to cause rotting. Too much humidity can also cause mold and rotting labels.