Wine Storage Checklist

Put a check in each box next to a statement that is true for you. The category with the most checks compared to the number of empty spaces is the type of wine storage that best suits your lifestyle.

Wine Racks

• You don't want to spend much money on wine storage.
• You don't want spend too much money on wine.
• You don't have much space in your home for wine storage.
• You have a small to medium size wine collection.
• You might move in the next few years.
• You always drink your wine within 3 to 5 years of purchasing it.
• You don't mind if your wine is not refrigerated at the proper temperature.

Wine Refrigerators

• You don't mind spending a moderate amount of money for your wine storage.
• You don't have room for a large wine storage area.
• You have a small to medium size wine collection.
• You have space for a refrigerator in your kitchen or bar.
• You want your wine to stay at the perfect temperature.
• You don't always drink your wine within 3 to 5 years of purchasing it.

Wine Cabinets

• You don't mind spending a moderate amount of money for your wine storage.
• You don't have room for a large wine storage area.
• You have a small to medium size wine collection.
• You want your wine to be displayed in a beautiful piece of furniture in your kitchen, basement or an entertaining area of your home.
• You might move in the next few years.
• You don't always drink your wine within 3 to 5 years of purchasing it.

Wine Cellars

• You don't mind making a large investment when it comes to wine storage.
• You have a big wine collection.
• You have the space to dedicate a room to your wine.
• You want to keep your wine in the optimum conditions.
• You don't plan on moving or you think a wine cellar will add to the value of your home.
• You want to add a "wow" factor to your home.