Wine Fridge

When planning to buy a wine fridge you need to know what you are looking for. Decide whether you want a basic unit or a more elaborate one. If you plan to only keep your wine bottles stored for a year or two then a basic fridge is fine. However, if you plan to keep the wine in the unit longer then consider one that has better insulation. This will help maintain your wine bottles at a 55 degree temperature and 50% to 70% humidity which is ideal for storing wine.

Know what size your wine refrigerator should be when choosing between models. Estimate the right size for your needs by deciding how many wine bottles will be stored in your unit. Then, double that amount. Take into account that some bottles of wine may be thicker than others and will take up more of your capacity. Look for shelves that can be rolled out because it will be easier to pull wine out and look at labels. Test the roll out feature in the wine fridge that you plan to buy to make sure that it glides easily and does not get stuck.

Look for a wine fridge that has aluminum insulation inside it. This will conduct cold and heat more efficiently than plastic lined units will. Textured and pebbled lining also maintains an ideal level of humidity.

Choose the type of door that you plan to have for your wine fridge. Wooden doors are better for insulation than glass doors. If you do like the style of glass doors, look for fridges that use a UV-protected finish because sunlight can cause wine to become damaged.

Often, wine refrigerators will have a slight vibration so it is important to stabilize your unit. Use racks that grip the bottles to prevent them from sliding out. Also consider mounting your unit on a rubber block. Some units come with these features so be sure to check if the model that you plan to buy has these features. In addition, many fridges have locks and alarms to protect your collection. Be sure to inquire about the special features that come with the units.