February 16, 2015 | Posted in 
When it comes to pop culture clichés, few are used more frequently than comparing something to fine wine, stating that it gets “better with age”. In the world of white wine, however, this is actually a myth. The vast majority of white wines do not get better with age.
White Wine and the Aging Process
Typically, only the very best wines improve with aging, meaning that most wines are available to be consumed immediately. In fact, some suggest that only one percent of wine is meant for aging. While red wines are usually the best candidates for improving with age, there are various whites and champagnes that will improve with age as well. However, even the whites that do improve over time will not last as long as reds. Generally speaking, five to seven years is a decent estimate for aging an average white wine, though some whites can age for around a decade.
