Why You Need a Wine Cellar!

This is the perfect year to find an alternative to storing your favorite wines on top of your fridge or in your kitchen cupboard! As you may have discovered to your lasting disappointment, wine will go bad if exposed to light, heat, or an environment with fluctuating temperatures and humidity.

While wine refrigerators are an option, they are best for short term storage. If you’re a serious wine collector, someone who plans to build a cherished collection over the coming years, only an underground wine cellar will meet your needs.

In addition to eliminating detrimental environmental factors, a wine cellar will also enable you to protect your red wines from vibrations. As a collector, you know that red wines will throw sediment as they age. If disturbed, this sediment can negatively affect the quality of the wine in as little as 18 months. Proper storage in a wine cellar keeps your reds safe and free from vibration until you are ready to uncork them.

Controlling fluctuations in temperature and humidity alone won’t preserve your wines. You also need to be certain that both conditions are maintained at optimal levels. Ideally, the temperature of your wine cellar should be a steady 55 degrees Fahrenheit while the humidity level should register at 50 to 70 percent. Be aware that high levels of humidity will damage corks, causing oxidation and spoilage of your wine. It’s a well-known fact that properly stored wines develop a more complex aroma and flavor over time.

From a financial perspective, a wine cellar is a great investment. You’ll be able to save a significant amount of money as you buy fine wine by the case rather than the bottle. In addition, a professionally installed wine cellar adds value to your property. Many wine collectors, or would-be collectors, will happily pay top dollar for quality wine storage.

Don’t forget the fun factor and personal satisfaction of having your own wine cellar! A wine cellar allows you to easily view, access, and manage your collection as well as providing convenient storage for your wine-related gadgets. An attractive and well-designed wine cellar is the ideal setting for an evening wine-tasting get together with your friends—and don’t forget the cheese and crackers!