As the seasons shift, it’s the perfect time to refresh your wine collection—not just by restocking bottles but by organizing your notes, labels, and pairings.

A little spring cleaning for your wine storage can make selecting the perfect bottle easier and more enjoyable all year long.

Start with a Wine Journal

If you haven’t already, consider keeping a wine journal! Whether it’s a notebook, an app, or a spreadsheet, jotting down tasting notes, food pairings, and favorite vintages helps you track what you love (and what you’d rather skip next time).

Here’s what to include:

✔ Name & Vintage – So you can easily find it again

✔ Tasting Notes – Describe the aroma, flavors, and mouthfeel

✔ Pairings – What foods brought out the best in your wine?

✔ Aging Notes – If you’re cellaring, track how flavors evolve over time

Reorganize Your Labels:

Love saving wine labels? Instead of peeling them off bottles, try these tricks:

📌 Label Removal Sheets – These adhesive sheets make it easy to transfer labels to a notebook.

📸 Photo Album or Digital Archive – Snap a pic and create a digital scrapbook of your favorites.

🖊 Sticky Notes for Quick Thoughts – Jot down impressions and attach them inside a wine journal.

Use Wine Tracking Apps:

If you prefer a tech-savvy approach, apps like Vivino or CellarTracker can help you rate, review, and organize your collection at your fingertips.

Bonus: You can scan wine labels and get instant reviews!

This spring, take a moment to refresh and refine your wine records—it’ll make selecting, savoring, and sharing your favorites even more rewarding.

Happy sipping and happy sorting! 🍷✨