White wines are generally 2-3 years \x0d\ a few can be stored for 5 years, and very few good wines can be stored for 10 years or more. \x0d\ After that it starts to decline. \x0d\ Red wines are generally stored for 3-5 years, \x0d\ the better ones can be stored for 5-15 years, and a very few very good ones can be stored for 15 years or more. \x0d\ After that the decline begins. \x0d\\ By very good I mean a good vintage, coupled with a good winery with good winemaking techniques.