Wine Cellar Walls and Flooring

Innovative Wine Cellar Designs
by Innovative Wine Cellar Designs
If you are a dedicated wine buff who has made the smart decision to invest in a private home wine cellar on your property, there are so many different designs to choose from that it can get a little befuddling at times. Regardless of if you pick a cellar that features top-of-the-line refrigeration, temperature-controlled settings, or numerous different racking options, there are lots of ways to keep your vino tasting luscious as well as looking aesthetically pleasing too.
Collecting dozens of exotic wines that boast expensive-looking bottle designs is a serious business for loyal wine enthusiasts, so researching the right cellar design is crucial, especially if they want to proudly show off their collection to others. For some, it's more than just a hobby; their wine collection is a personal source of pride and joy, and can become pleasingly addictive!
If you dream of holding sophisticated evening dinner parties in the future and would love to let your guests see your cherished wine assortment, you will first have to decide what cellar installation is right for you. This includes everything from the type of wood used for the racking to the materials used for the walls and floor.


When it comes to the racking, you need to consider how to clean the racks, how effective the airflow is due to the cellar's location (is it underground or outside?), and the number of bottles you plan on storing. Another element is to think about whether you want wood or metal racking: mahogany and redwood are both popular wood choices due to how stunning the finish looks, while strong-smelling woods like cedar should be discouraged in case they interfere with the wine's overall condition.
But what about your dream wine cellar's walls and floor?


An important aspect to bear in mind is that moisture can potentially ruin your wine. Ideal long-term wine storage conditions include a humidity level of between 60 and 65 percent as well as an air temperature of approximately 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Keeping the entire area at just the right temperature is crucial because this will help slow down the wine's natural aging process. Wall treatments include wood paneling, tile and slate, as well as imitation rock paneling, or paint that possesses a "matured" appearance. The cellar floor should be durable and hardwearing, and can be constructed from materials such as tile, slate, marble or sealed concrete.
What other considerations should you take into account?


Acute variations in heat are tremendous foes to the quality of your wine, so each bottle needs to be stored in a cool and dark setting. It is also important that each bottle should be stored sideways so that the wine will stay in full contact with the cork; keeping the cork moist will eliminate shrinkage, and the oxygen inside the bottle will not affect the wine's aroma, or make it taste bitter or "off."


Your wine bottles should be kept in a dark area out of direct sunlight, since this will also influence the flavor of the wine as well as its coloring. If you decide to place bright bulbs in your wine cellar (perhaps because of its location), wrap your wine in dark cloth that will help to minimize any interference in flavor the wine may encounter due to too much contact with the light.
If your wine collection is becoming large enough to outgrow your kitchen or dining room, many aficionados are more than ready to upgrade to a beautiful wine cellar setup. The wonderful world of wine will offer you years of pleasure in the future, and taking care of your wine is of the utmost importance so that it retains its flavor as well as its visual appeal. Each and every bottle of wine should taste its best, so storage options mean a great deal in how you keep your wine in tiptop condition.
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