Most of us cannot afford to have high quality wine cellars in the home, so we are forced to find other alternatives. Solutions range from basic and inexpensive to complex wine storage cabinets that cost thousands of dollars. The consumer should select a product appropriate to their budget as well as current and planned collection size.

The most basic storing units are wine racks and these can be found online and in retail stores. The structure includes a series of shelves with indentations where a bottle should be horizontally placed. Some also include a table surface, drawer, and shelf for holding glasses. These units are very inexpensive, starting at around $40.

The cooler or refrigerator is a product that provides both housing and temperature control. They come in various sizes, ranging from those that hold just a few bottles to some that hold hundreds. The most expensive refrigerators include multiple temperature zones that allow different bottles in the collection to be stored at different temperatures. The cost of these coolers starts at several hundred dollars and goes as high as several thousand dollars.

Credenzas are the most high-end storage units available and they are considered pieces of furniture that compliment the décor of the home. They include cooling units and can be ordered with features such as ultra violet-resistant glass doors. These credenzas may also accommodate storage two bottles deep, maximizing their capacity. The consumer who opts for this type of unit should be prepared to spend at least $2,000.

Racks, refrigerators, and credenzas are the most common forms of wine storage cabinets. Wine racks will only provide storage, while refrigerators and credenzas will also control temperature and humidity. The consumer should make a product selection based on both budget and size of collection. There is an attractive and functional solution for every price range.

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