Collecting wine is not only about purchasing the best wine anthology but the crucial aspect to consider is the storage of the collection.
Aside from being perishable, wine is a sensitive responsive sentient-like entity. It goes through stages of infancy, maturity and old age and is strongly affected by environmental factors.
Not all wines are created equal. Some wines reach maturity very quickly while others get better and mature to their best taste with age. So ideally, wines should be cared for properly in a cool, damp storage area that is perfect for the aging of expensive wines, maximizing on the life, flavor, aroma and palatability of the wine.
Wine cellars are the perfect way to store all types of wine, enabling you the benefit of having control on the three important factors necessary for optimal storage such as the aging, temperature and humidity, that, when properly done, will let your wine to evolve to its full potential.
Intended to protect the wine, a wine cellar cannot only let you enjoy wine at the perfect temperature, with the perfect taste, aroma and flavor but also it can benefit you by having a tidy and stylish storage facility as well.
In designing you wine cellar, make sure it suits your space and your lifestyle.
Aside from being perishable, wine is a sensitive responsive sentient-like entity. It goes through stages of infancy, maturity and old age and is strongly affected by environmental factors.
Not all wines are created equal. Some wines reach maturity very quickly while others get better and mature to their best taste with age. So ideally, wines should be cared for properly in a cool, damp storage area that is perfect for the aging of expensive wines, maximizing on the life, flavor, aroma and palatability of the wine.
Wine cellars are the perfect way to store all types of wine, enabling you the benefit of having control on the three important factors necessary for optimal storage such as the aging, temperature and humidity, that, when properly done, will let your wine to evolve to its full potential.
Intended to protect the wine, a wine cellar cannot only let you enjoy wine at the perfect temperature, with the perfect taste, aroma and flavor but also it can benefit you by having a tidy and stylish storage facility as well.
In designing you wine cellar, make sure it suits your space and your lifestyle.
Here are some Ideas and Guidelines to achieve a better looking and functional cellar.
1. Know first where the cellar will be located including its dimension
Determine exactly where in your house is the ideal location to put your wine cellar. If you have the luxury of starting from scratch, choose a space that is not exposed directly to the sun or near the center part of your home. Make sure also to choose a space or room that has a space next to it that can handle the exhaust from the cooling unit. This means that the adjacent space should be large enough to dissipate the warm air that is discharged, and preferably has a source of fresh air.
Then, determine the planned finished dimensions of your wine room. Include the ceiling height and location of your wine cooling system and wine cellar door. Also, make an estimate of the number of bottles that you would like your wine cellar to hold.
2. Prepare the best racking elements and fridges
Decide on the racking elements and features you want in your wine cellar. Wine racks can be made of metal or wood. Choosing wine racks, and the wine storage is primarily a matter of personal taste. Metal racks tend to be more flamboyant and stylish while the wood racks are oftentimes considered more classic and traditional in style. Though both kinds of rack are attractive to look at, it may be preferable to select racks that match the rest of the chosen wine storage solution. These final choices will be influenced to a certain degree by whether or not you intend to show off your wine cellar to friends and colleagues. If it is, then you need your wine cellars and elements to appear more coordinated and stylish. Don’t forget that racks should store the bottles on their sides and wooden racks are better in that they don’t permit ‘cold spots’ on your bottles.
3. Plan a design that will compliment your house
Make sure that your cellar design is coordinated and suitable to your house. Your design should be stylish and elegant, adding beauty to your house. You can stamp your own personal touch in designing by choosing the perfect colors, accents and styles to make the cellar your own and to complement your house.
4. Invest on the best wall and floor insulation
The decor theme of your cellar will determine the interior wall and ceiling design. The best choice is rot and mildew resistant walls such as drywall, green board or Redwood. Though the most resistant to moisture and mold; green board is the more expensive than standard drywall. You can also use good quality paint, like latex as will not only hold up through the years and not require the owner to repaint the walls; it can also be applied to create an "aged" effect.
Similarly with wall coverings, choose also flooring that match the overall decor colors of your wine cellar. The most commonly used types of flooring are slate, tile, marble, and vinyl. You can also use travertine with a few decorative tiles in the center. Don’t place carpet, as mold and mildew will show up very quickly in the cool, damp climate conditions of a cellar.
5. Plan on a budget
Building a wine cellar could be expensive, so make sure to determine how much you’re willing to cash out.
There is also one other alternative to a traditional wine cellar that exists for those who want to protect their wines, but don't want to invest in the more expensive cellars or simply don’t have the space, and this is a wine fridge.
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