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Installing a personal wine cellar can assist in keeping your special wine collection in top condition. For wine to age properly and to mature the intricate layers of taste as intended, wine needs to be kept in a cellar away from the low humidity, temperature variations and less than desirable storage the majority of the average home generates.

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

• 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 you can manage. Or, you may want a show piece where you can entertain friends and sample wines in elegant surroundings. Have your needs in mind when you design your cellar.

Also be aware 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 installed.

You will want to come to the design process with an idea of how you view your wine collection. Some bottles resemble art pieces, so you may want to display them prominently. Sometimes you may like 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 modules pleasantly combined will give your wine cellar the most versatility. You can invest in 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 properly 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 essentially decorative elements such as handcrafted doors or mood lighting.

Red wines gain most from cellar storage, in particular varieties that acquire body from long-term storage. Many people imagine that cellars must be located in the basement or otherwise under the house, though they can actually be located in any area of the house as long as the temperature and humidity levels can be properly controlled. Make your wine cellar a personal tribute to your passion for wine.

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