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February 26, 2010

Wall Mounted Wine Rack- An excellent Option For Your Wine Storage Requirements

Filed under: Wine Spirits — Tags: , , , — CakeAuthor @ 10:25 pm

Really serious wine collectors will always be searching for a dependable and protected system to hold their treasured and at times extremely expensive bottles of wine. A wall mounted wine rack is an brilliant resolution. It might be nicely mounted on almost any wall in your abode, garage, cellar or restaurant.

The wall mounted wine rack is perfect for smaller rooms or condos as well. They can be nicely hung over a buffet or sideboard. They are modified to fit in a pantry or behind a door in a small kitchen. These racks are really the greatest method to maximize wine storage in any kind of capacity space, compact or massive.

They are available in different designs and shapes. They are offered made of iron, cherry, pine or oak or any type of wood that can complement a home’s décor. You can get metal wine racks also for the industrial design kitchen resulting in a very expert appearance.

A wall mounted wine rack generally has the storage shelves at the best angle for protecting wine corks moist. It is always always recommended to choose a location because it is cool and dry and never in immediate sunshine. These racks might also diminish the potential of breakage if a building or room should rattle or shake for any reason.

Many companies offer a wall mounted wine rack to match each and every wine storage need. A number of styles come with wine glass stemware racks attached also creating a especially efficient looking storage option. They’re also able to be hung from the ceiling, as an example, over a kitchen island conserving important floor space.

You are able to have your wall mounted wine rack professionally installed or do it yourself. They are often obtained totally put together or unassembled and put it together manually. If they are accurately mounted on the wall they could handle a considerable amount of pounds which allows them to hold quite a few bottles of wine.

Where a wall mounted wine rack is put in depends upon the owner’s preferences. A wine rack might be installed in the dining room which makes it a breeze to hand out wine at a dinner occasion. A small one could also be mounted inside the kitchen to hold cooking wines or wines to be served with a simple dinner. Or a wine rack may just be placed in a visible area to expose your private selection of collector wines.

January 27, 2010

How Many Wine Racks Can You Fit In Your Cellar?

Filed under: Food-And-Drink — Tags: , , , — CakeAuthor @ 12:40 am

A couple of years ago I was lucky enough to enjoy a bit of a boozy weekend in Dublin. My husband had been asked over by a supplier of the firm he works for.  Everything was going to be paid for and all we had to do was literally get on the plane.

We were met at the airport by our host and he swiftly whisked us off to his house so we could unpack.  You should have seen my face when I saw the size of his house - it was massive.  The house had everything you have always dreamed of - a tennis court, an indoor swimming pool and sauna a gym and a home cinema.

Waiting for us in his kitchen was some beautiful Australian wine, nicely chilled in a wine cooler and bottle opener all ready to go.

Our host was a real wine buff and has his own wine racks down in his cellar. He imports a lot of wine from Australia and was explaining that the cellar has to be kept at just the right temperature, which is quite difficult at times.  He was saying that if the conditions aren’t right, then lots of problems can occur.  An example he was telling us was that if the humidity is too high in the cellar then this makes the corks dry out and in turn would allow air to get into the bottle and oxidise the wine, which would be disastrous.

After we had finished our drinks we were off for a night in the Temple Bar area. It was absolutely fantastic and the Irish are so hospitable and friendly.  Nothing seemed to be too much trouble and they are really lovely people.  My husband was thoroughly enjoying himself knocking back pint after pint of Guinness.  Mind you I think the next morning he wished he hadn’t drunk quite so much.

We had a brilliant weekend and it is certainly something I would love to do again.  If we go again though, I think perhaps we shouldn’t drink quite so much alcohol!

April 13, 2009

DIY Wine Racks

Filed under: Wine Spirits — Tags: , , , — CakeAuthor @ 6:40 am

It’s very important that your collection is stored properly so it will last for years. As your wine ages it will develop a fuller, more complex flavor. To save money though, some have chosen not to buy their wine rack. This is especially the case if you are trying to build a cheap wine cellar and are trying to save money. With the advent of the internet, there are so many options out there to choose from when it comes to wine racks. Don’t just do a “good enough” job, do a “great job” that you can be proud of for years.

If you measure your room first, you will save yourself a lot of headaches when buying the wine racks. Wine favors specific kinds of environments when aging. You want a consistent temperature with a little moisture to store your wine. Wine is tempermental and does not respond well to high heat or sunlight. Heat will cause the wine to age too fast and become ruined. The best wine storage temperature is in the mid fiftys, keep it from changing too much. New style glass corks save you from worrying about the cork drying out. If you already have your wine cellar storage made, you’ve got the hardest part over with.

A Wine club allows you to collect more wines little by little. As your collection grows, you will need more wine rack storage space. A nice wine rack is the kind that is mounted on the walls. You can generally store many bottles per shelf with this. They also allow for easy identification and retrieval of wine bottles. Simple wine racks are very cheap usually, the more expensive the higher the quality. Bulk wine purchases often are offered at a steep discount. Wine rack plans are a dime a dozen, if you go that route then you can save a lot of money.

A DIY wine rack is probably the cheapest option out there. Many people enjoy making their own wine glass rack, and it can be rewarding as well. Free plans are on the Internet, and you’ll probably need at least a table saw or jigsaw, a sander, and drill press. You can seriously go cheap and with a little wood and PVC make a wine rack for under $10.

Perhaps your budget won’t allow for that, if so we would suggest going with the brick and wood method. Just put the bricks inbetween the planks, and you’ve got shelves, smaller pieces can be used as dividers. You make the call how expensive your wine racks will be. It’s easy to construct a inexpensive and high quality wine rack by yourself. We’ve got plenty more advice on our website, come check it out.

A Beautiful Option For Storing Wine

Filed under: Wine Spirits — Tags: , , , — CakeAuthor @ 6:32 am

For wine to mature in the appropriate way, you will be required to ensure the right temperature, light condition, humidity and movement.  Whenever you are storing wine for any amount of time, you’ll need to ensure that the wine is in a safe place.  Even though there are a few ways that you can store wine, none are safer or smarter than using a wine rack.

When you choose your wine rack, you should always remember to choose one that will store your wine properly.  There are a several styles to choose from, including those that stack, wall mounts, and side mounts.  You should also pay attention to size as well, as the sizes range from storing a few bottles to storing hundreds.  You’ll also have a lot of varieties and designs to select from, all of which depend on your needs and your space.

Among the best types of wine racks are the horizontal racks.  Contrary to what many may think, vertical racks aren’t a good choice for storing your wine.  Wine that is stored on vertical racks are stored vertically, which means that the cork will dry out and eventually start to shrink, bringing air into the wine and ruining it.  On the other hand, vertical racks can come in handy when storing wine for short periods of time, or wine that is best consumed young.

Tilted racks are another type of rack you should avoid using, as they can dry out the corks or deposit the sediments too close to the cork.  For your wine storing needs, you should always go with a horizontal rack.  Horizontal racks will keep the cork moist, and keep unwanted air from making contact with the wine.  The sediment will fall towards the side of the bottle, preventing spillage when you pop the cork.  Horizontal racks are also very affordable and you can always add more racks to the design with little to no problem.

Commonly metal or wood materials are used for wine racks.  You can hang them from ceilings, mount them on the wall, or simply place them on the floor.  Metal racks are the strongest, although wood is more flexible.  Wooden racks provide a bit more storage, for the simple fact that you can always add to them.  Wood racks are also visually appealing, durable, and provide plenty of strength.

All in all, a wine rack is a fine investment for anyone who appreciates wine.All the materials are reasonably priced and are available in various sizes to choose from.  The small to medium sizes work best for homes, while the large styles are best for commercial settings.  No matter where you keep your wine - you can count on a wine rack to keep your wine stored for years to come.

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