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Wine Fridges and Wine Cabinets

by Janie Franz

One of the biggest areas of confusion among wine collectors and enthusiasts are wine refrigerators and wine cabinets. Many novice wine lovers think that wine fridges are quite sufficient for storing and aging wines. Wine refrigerators, however, have a totally different purpose.

Wine Fridges

Wine fridges, sometimes called wine coolers or wine caves, are intended to chill your wine to the perfect serving temperature.

Sub-Zero Wine Storage Units: Innovation from the the Refrigeration Experts

by Janie Franz

Ever since Westye F. Bakke built the first freestanding freezer in the basement of his home in Madison, Wisconsin, over sixty years ago, the company has set a standard for refrigeration innovation. Last year, it was named one of the top ten Green Brands in the US and the UK. It is know wonder then that wine connoisseurs would expect SubZero to create the definitive wine storage unit.

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Wine Glass Storage: Stemware Storage Tips

by Nancy Parode

Once you've purchased wine glasses that meet your needs, you will need to find a place to store them properly.  Your goal should be to keep your stemware dust-free while minimizing breakage.  There are many ways to store your wine glasses, depending on the amount of space you have available.

Which Wine Cooler Should You Buy?

by Nancy Parode

Your wine collection is growing, and you've finally decided to take the plunge and purchase a wine cooler.  These free-standing units, also called wine refrigerators, come in many shapes and sizes, not to mention price levels.  As you browse websites and look through catalogs, you begin to realize just how many wine coolers are out there.  How will you ever choose?

Riedel Wine Glasses: Stemware that is Changing the Way the World Tastes Wine

by Nancy Parode

Profile of Riedel Glas Austria

One of the most influential companies in the world of wine has never produced wine at all.  In fact, Riedel Glas Austria got its start several centuries ago, refining glassware and making window panes.  Today, Riedel is widely considered to have forever changed the way the world tastes wine.

Wine Cellars: Factors to Consider When Making the Decision to Build a Wine Cellar

by Nancy Parode

At some point in your wine collecting "career," you will probably begin to dream of owning a true wine cellar, a walk-in area of your home where your entire collection rests on matching racks, waiting for you to step inside and choose a bottle.  Inspired by the gorgeous photographs of celebrity wine cellars, you might wonder if you should talk with a wine cellar expert about designing a cellar in your own home.

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