Most Asked Questions About Wine Cellars
1. Why do I need a wine cellar?
Answer: You need a place to properly store and protect your fine wines.
2. Does my wine cellar need to be in the basement?
Answer: A wine cellar can be built where ever you can build a climate controlled room.
3. How much does a wine cellar cost?
Answer: Wine cellars vary in cost, anywhere from a few thousand dollars to, "Holy Cow, that much!"
4. Will a wine chiller do the same thing?
Answer: If you need to store just a few bottles, and want to take it with you, a wine chiller will do.
5. What is the difference between a wine room and a wine cellar?
Answer: A wine room is not climate controlled.
6. Can I store my white wines at the same temperature as my red wines?
Answer: Yes for storage, then chill your white wines before serving.
7. Is there a special type of wood that is used in a wine cellar?
Answer: A non-aromatic wood is the best choice. (Redwood, Oak)
8. Can my carpenter build my wine cellar?
Answer: Yes, If your carpenter is familiar with climate controlled rooms, proper installation of racking and cooling units.
9. Do I need a special cooling unit for my wine cellar?
Answer: Yes, not just any cooling unit will do. Have a pro spec this out for your wine cellar.
10. How long will it take to build my wine cellar?
Answer: That depends on the size of your new wine cellar. The build time could be from one to four months.
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