Wine cabinet in the interior: stylish storage (22 photos)

Wine cooler cabinet is an equipment for high-quality wine storage in optimal conditions with the possibility of demonstrating a collection of wines.

Creating the right conditions is especially important during long-term storage. Many factors can affect the taste and quality of wine, the main one is the optimum temperature. Typically, the label indicates the temperature at which the drink should be stored. The cooling of the wine can improve its taste and extend the shelf life.

A refrigerator creates optimal conditions for a long wine content. Mandatory conditions for long-term storage of wine:

• the bottle should be horizontal;
• lack of vibration of the bottle;
• it is necessary to maintain a constant storage temperature;
• 50-70% air humidity in the wine storage chamber prolongs the safety of drinks.

In addition to maintaining the desired temperature, the device provides uniform cooling of all bottles, purifies the air in the storage chamber using a charcoal filter. Today, manufacturers produce devices that can create all or some of the above conditions.

Wine Rack Models

There are many models of refrigerators for wine:

• thermoelectric and compressor cabinets;
• dual-zone appliances and cabinets with a single cooling zone;
• with a system for ensuring air circulation inside the storage chamber;
• built-in and freestanding;
• with air purification system.

To choose a wine cabinet for the home, you need to consider many factors that affect the operation of the device at home, as well as the personal preferences of the owner.

The choice depends on your plans:

• how many bottles and what kind of wine do you intend to store;
• what shelf life interests you;
• Do you plan to put the cabinet as a separate piece of furniture or integrate it into the kitchen or bar.

The capacity of the cabinet for the home ranges from about 6 to 36 bottles. This capacity is calculated for standard Bordeaux bottles (0.75 ml unpacked). In fact, the number of bottles can be different, it depends on the size and shape of the bottles, as well as how they are packed.

Thermoelectric and compressor cabinets

The principle of operation of the thermoelectric cabinet uses the Peltier effect. The thermoelectric phenomenon works most efficiently when cooling a small volume. In addition, these devices must not be built in, and the temperature difference between the air and inside the cabinet is a maximum of 15 ° C. Advantages of a thermoelectric cabinet:

• lower price;
• silent work, lack of vibration;
• simplicity, reliability of the device.

Advantages of a compressor-cooled cabinet:

• high performance when cooling large volumes;
• it is possible to integrate such a cabinet subject to compressor cooling conditions.

In this case, the compressor gives noise, as well as vibration, which negatively affects the quality of the wine.

Dual-zone wine rack

Red and white wines are stored at different temperatures; a dual-zone wine cabinet is designed for their simultaneous maintenance.

Modern cabinets are equipped with an electronic control panel. The temperature in the lower and upper zones is controlled by different buttons on the panel. The maintained temperature in each zone is constantly displayed on the panel.A special button is designed to turn on the internal LED backlight.

A small dual-zone wine cabinet can be thermoelectric; a large-volume cabinet necessarily has a compressor type of cooling.

If a two-zone wine cabinet is designed for a large number of bottles, then it is equipped with a forced air circulation system in each zone. This is done to ensure uniform cooling of the bottles on all shelves, as well as to quickly restore the temperature of the air in the storage chamber after opening the door.

Cooling fans are the main source of noise. When purchasing a spacious cabinet, you should pay attention to the noise level of the device indicated in the characteristics. It is more difficult to cool one large storage chamber; therefore, a two-zone wine cabinet produces less noise due to the smaller volume of chambers.

Wine rack in the interior

The design of the wine cabinet can be different: from the hi-tech style to the vintage one, trimmed with precious woods.

A refrigerator for wine will give solidity to the interior, while it is necessary to take into account the correct installation and compliance with the conditions for its functioning.

The air temperature in the room where the device is installed must not rise above 26 ° C and fall below 10 ° C, otherwise temperature fluctuations inside the cabinet may occur due to a decrease in its performance. For the same reasons, do not install the appliance on a warm floor or next to radiators. It is important that the direct rays of the sun do not fall on the cabinet. Heat sources nearby can cause a large waste of electricity.

The smallest thermoelectric wine coolers for 6 bottles are mounted on a table or countertop. The built-in wine cabinet under the countertop must be compressor, up to 90 cm high, it is necessary to take into account when installing all the gaps for cooling the device.

A narrow wine cabinet with a width of 15 cm, designed for one row of bottles, can easily find a place in any interior. Such a small bar in the office will emphasize the status of the owner. These models are well-deserved.

Wooden wine cabinets

Such cabinets are used where long-term storage of wine is not required, for example, in the premises of a bar or store. Wooden wine bottle racks can reach considerable sizes. A custom-made wooden corner wine cabinet will decorate the interior of your home kitchen or bar.

The horizontal position of the bottle in such a cabinet ensures the optimal state of the cork, so that the wine can be kept for some time at room temperature.

For professional use, as well as for wine connoisseurs, refrigerated wine cabinets are produced to ensure proper long-term storage of wine, which helps to preserve all its characteristics. A wide range of modern wine cabinets will allow you to choose the right device for both home use and for the restaurant.