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Wine Refrigerators - Five Tips To Help You Choose
With an ever growing interest in all things wine, wine lovers have a wide array of accessories and storage options to enhance their wine experience. New stylish wine accesssories are continually introduced as wine affecionados seek out the best ways to share and enjoy serving wine. Let's take a look at wine storage, a very important aspect of wine enjoyment.
Wine refrigerators are quickly becoming the preferred storage method for wine collectors. There are multiple styles and sizes available, and at price points from less than $100 to several thousand dollars. Let's look at a few key questions to ask before you make your purchase.
Big, Small, Or In Between?
Chances are, if you're buying a wine refrigerator, you're pretty much into wine. There are some obvious considerations relating to the best size for you, the first of which is space consideration. Have a clear plan where you'll place the unit within your home and where it best fits within your decor. When in doubt, lean toward a larger unit, as most first time buyers tend to see their wine collection quickly outgrow their storage capacities.
What About Storing Reds And Whites Together?
If your storage needs include both red and white wines, look for a wine refrigerator that features dual or multiple zone temperature controls. This is important, as reds generally should be stored at higher temperatures than whites. If you're going through the trouble of properly storing your wines, be sure to store them at the proper temperature vs. a one size fits all approach.
What Storage Factors Should I Consider?
Our wine refrigerator features slide out shelving, making it extremely convenient to access our bottle choice. We hadn't thought of this feature as being important, but it's recommended. Also, make sure your unit can store magnum sized bottles. Some wineries bottle their wine in larger than standard bottles, which are normally about 3.5 inches wide. It's worth checking to see if your chosen unit can handle slightly larger bottles.
How About Temperature And Humidity?
Proper temperature and humidity levels are crucial in proper wine storage. The best universal temperature for wine storage is 55 degrees. Humidity levels are also important to prevent dried out corks. Remember, cooler temperatures reduce humidity, so keep your wine stored at humidity levels between 50 and 70 percent. Also, consider where you'll keep your wine refrigerator. If it's in an area with frequent temperature fluctuations, like a garage, make sure the unit you buy is well insulated to withstand these fluctuations.
Any Other Tips?
Expect to pay about $100 for a small six bottle model, and well over $1000 for a unit holding 50+ bottles. If you're storing your refrigerator in a secluded place in your home, choose function over style. Conversely, if your wine refrigerator will occupy a more prominent place, make sure the unit is quiet enough to live with. Finally, remember that proper wine storage is crucial to enjoying your wine to its fullest potential. Storage at proper temperature keeps a wine fresh, and allows you to enjoy the full bouquet of flavor.
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About the Author
Jim Hofman is an author specializing in wine and beer, and is the owner of several websites devoted to wine travel and enjoyment of wine. Be sure to visit Jim's wine resource site for more tips and recommendations about wine accessories, wine storage, and wine refrigerators.
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