A wine cooler provides the best storage for bottles of wine. The cooler allows bottles to be securely stored on their sides while maintaining a temperature between 52 degrees and 65 degrees. The clear glass doors allow you to see inside as well as letting others admire your collection.
You can find a wine cooler in just about any size. Small 8 bottle capacity coolers are perfect for kitchen counters, small in-home bars or other places where space is short. These little gems can easily sit under a cabinet and offer a simple upscale decorating touch.
Large wine coolers can be the size of a home kitchen refrigerator or larger. The very largest commercial models are the size of a walk-in cooler and usually come with glass doors so you can easily view and choose your wines
Wine coolers are important for the proper storage of wine. When the bottle is stored upright the contents settle at the bottom away from the cork. This causes the cork to dry out and become loose. The airtight seal is then lost and air is allowed into the bottle causing the wine to lose its flavor and begin to evaporate.
For the best flavor and longest lifespan wine should be stored on its side. The inside racks of wine coolers keep the bottles rolling into each other and breaking. Wine coolers are a great way to keep a collection safe and secure.
Keeping your collection at the right temperature can also affect flavor. For the best taste, red needs to be served at about 60 degrees and white about 45 degrees. Some coolers have dual temperature control providing ready to drink wine at all times.
Wine coolers don’t have to be expensive. A small countertop wine cooler can be purchased for around $100. Larger wine coolers can cost as much as a refrigerator and can be purchased for around $400 or more.
You will benefit from a wine cooler from the moment you start your collection. If you keep or store more than a few vintages, effective storage is a must.
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