WineXpert corks from the U-Brew shop

[pokerinvite]

The staff said their agglomerated corks last for 1 year. Has anyone had issues cellaring their bottles longer?

 

[BarBarrique]

Hi pokerinvite;

I use the DCK aglomerate corks that are distributed by Winexpert. I have no problem relying on them for up to 3 years, and, have had bottles for longer with no problems, however; cellaring conditions can affect your results, so your are going to have to gain some personal experience.

 

[cmason1957]

I have heard that #8 corks only last 1-2 years, while #9 corks last 2-7 years. That may be what they are talking about. I only use #9 corks, so I can't be sure about the #8's. #9's are harder to insert with a hand corker.

 

[Jc5066]

Personally I would never buy them. I would only suggest using them on wines you will drink in a year.

IMO spend the couple extra dollars more on top quality corks for all your wine. Why take the chance?

 

[pokerinvite]

followup question: do unused corks last forever? any special storage requirements?

 

[Jc5066]

No. They will dry out.