Putting in a personal wine cellar can help keep your prized wine collection protected. In order to age properly and to develop the intricate layers of taste intended, wine needs to be stored in a cellar away from the low humidity, temperature changes and less than desirable storage the rest of the average home provides.

Small-scale or on a big scale, a wine cellar should incorporate the following components:

• proper insulation
• racks to protect and display the bottles
• good temperature controls
• proper lighting levels

Your wine cellar can be an expression of your taste - perhaps you have a preference for practicality, and as much storage in a small space as possible. However, you may want a show piece where you can entertain friends and sample wines in elegant comfort. Have your needs in mind when designing your cellar.

Also note that a wine cellar need not be reserved for a country estate, as people from all walks of life who enjoy a fine bottle of wine build or have wine cellars in their homes.

Embark on the design process with an understanding of how you think of your wine collection. Some bottles resemble art pieces, so you may want to display them prominently. Sometimes you may desire to showcase a rare vintage, or perhaps decorate your space with wine-related arts or crafts that bring ambience to the area.

A variety of storage designs correctly combined will give your wine cellar the most versatility. You can purchase modular storage systems that assemble in a customized fashion, or you can have a carpenter create the storage (this can be the more expensive option).

Simple storage racks (in wood or metal) will ensure that the wine remains effectively ventilated and separated. You may also want an area reserved for wine accessories, like glasses, corkscrews, bottle openers and wine chillers or buckets.  Your wine cellar can also have purely decorative elements such as handcrafted doors or mood lighting.

Red wines benefit most from being stored in a cellar, especially varieties that acquire flavoring from long-term storage. Most people imagine that cellars have to be located in the basement or otherwise beneath the house, but they can actually be set up in any area of the house as long as the temperature and humidity levels can be sufficiently controlled. Make your wine cellar a personal tribute to your passion for wine.

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