Opening a bottle of 2011 Clos du Marquis and noticed this when peeling the seal. Is this mold? Wine itself looks fine. Safe to drink?

by Viren91

8 Comments

  1. houla1218

    It is mold, and it’s totally fine. A sign of proper humidity in long term storage.

  2. neurotichamster8

    ya looks like it, clean it up with warm water + soap or can do vinegar

    wine should be OK, inspect the cork closely.

  3. nice--marmot

    Either mold or tartrate. Safe to drink either way. Just clean it off with a damp cloth.

  4. Turbulent-Major9114

    If if is “corked” you will smell it and taste it. When the sommelier/waiter hands you the cork or pours a bit in your glass it is the only reason it is done.. to see if it’s corked.

  5. BlackOutEfficiency

    That mold means that bottle’s going to slap

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