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How Long Does Sparkling Wine Last?

Expert tips for keeping your favorite bottle of sparkling wine fresh after opening.

Many people think you have to finish a bottle of sparkling wine the moment it’s opened or the bubbles and flavor fall flat. But what if you want to just enjoy a glass while you’re cooking on a Wednesday night? Or you open a bottle for an impromptu home happy hour with your partner? Just because you’re not hosting a larger gathering or celebrating an impressive milestone doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy sparkling wine during your everyday routine – after all, moments big and small taste better with bubbles!

Read on and we’ll show you how to save (and savor!) sparkling wine even when you’re not planning to finish the bottle – and how sparkling wine can stay fresh, lively, and delicious for days after opening.

What Happens When You Pop the Cork?

Right after that first pop, the pressure inside the bottle drops. That pressure is what keeps the bubbles tight and the wine tasting crisp. As soon as it’s released, carbonation begins to slowly escape, and oxygen starts to interact with the wine.

What’s the Key to Sparkling Wine Lasting This Long?

Properly storing and sealing your bottle! Sparkling wine should always be tightly sealed and refrigerated after opening. While most sparkling wines retain their freshness up to 3 days in refrigeration, some high‑quality bottles (like those from Mumm Napa!) can hold their bubbles as long as 5 days.

Our Recommendation:

The Mumm Napa Silver Bouchon

A bouchon is a specialty stopper created specifically to preserve the excellence and character of sparkling wine (it’s no wonder it’s considered a must-have tool for connoisseurs!). Unlike a cork or a makeshift cover, the bouchon locks onto the bottle securely, creating a tight seal that expertly maintains pressure and preserves carbonation, ensuring your wine stays close to its original bubbliness and beauty for as long as possible.

Note: Bouchons are most effective when there is at least 25% of the volume left in the bottle.

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So Let’s Review…

The Best Way to Store an Open Bottle Is:

Seal it immediately
Use an airtight sparkling stopper like the Mumm Napa bouchon. The sooner you seal it, the more bubbles you preserve.
Keep it cold
Always store opened bottles in the refrigerator. Cold temperatures slow down carbonation loss.
Keep it upright
This reduces the surface area exposed to oxygen.
Don’t shake or agitate it
Movement accelerates bubble loss.
Enjoy within 3–5 days
With proper storage, your sparkling wine stays fresh far longer than most people think.

Don’t rush to finish that bottle you just opened – it deserves to be sipped, shared, and savored, especially when making everyday moments feel a little more special. With the right tools and storage technique, sparkling wine stays fresh, bubbly, and enjoyable for days!

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