Did you know wine is sold in tinted bottles because it spoils when exposed to light?

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Light can cause wine to oxidize, which can make it taste sour or flat. It can also cause wine to lose its color and aroma. Tinted bottles help to protect wine from light exposure and preserve its quality.

The most common color for wine bottles is green, but other colors, such as brown and amber, are also used. The color of the bottle does not affect the taste of the wine, but it can affect how the wine ages. For example, green bottles are often used for white wines, which are typically consumed within a few years. Brown bottles are often used for red wines, which can be aged for many years.