Lifestyles Ideas Management - Cellar Tips

If you are planning to turn a room into a cellar, consult a sommelier (a french word for a wine steward) or interior designer first. Here are some tips from the experts:-

Temperature
Cooling system set at between 12 and 15 degree C with a humidity of 50 to 60 percent

Door
Insulated and sealed to maintain low temperatures and humidity. Glass doors must be double-paned.

Walls, Ceiling and floor
Lined with insulation such as polyurethane, a hard sponge like material to minimize heat or cold transfer, ensure constant temperature and humidity constant.

Lighting
Use incandescent lights. A cellar should be dim. Ultraviolet light will damage wine, breaking down the organic compounds which contribute to its aroma and flavor.

Storage
Lie bottle horizontally so wine is in contact with the cork. If the cork dries up, air will come in contact with the wine, turning it into vinegar.

Maintenance
Service cooling system such as an air-conditioner unit.