Generally, wine needs specific conditions to age nicely.
If you invest in a wine collection, you must also invest in an environment that can keep your collection safe for years to come.
The average room temperature is about 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Unfortunately, this is not the right temperature for wine storage. The average temperatures for refrigerators, on the other hand, are too cold. The optimum temperature to store wine is between 53 and 58 degrees. Controlling wine cellar temperature prevents fluctuations. For wine cellars, temperature fluctuation is not ideal; even slight temperature variations of 3 degrees can compromise flavors. During the day, frequent changes in temperature cause wine to expand as it heats up. It then contracts as it cools. Wine oxidizes more when it is exposed to airflow. Therefore, a cooling system for a wine cellar should be designed to control temperature and humidity to preserve your wine collection. It should have the capability to maintain ideal conditions. The first cooling system ideal for your wine cellar is the VRF system. A VRF system allows you to control your zones independently, meaning it can keep your wine cellar at different temperatures and humidity levels than the rest of the building. It provides distinct temperature control and is perfect for controlling humidity. Next is the ductless split temperature, which uses a small evaporator unit inside the wine cellar, and the main condenser located outside the wine cellar. Perfect choice if vibrations and noise are a concern for your wine cellar. Consult an HVAC contractor on the right HVAC system for your wine cellar.