In this article, we’re going to be discussing the approximate of a .
Now before we talk further about capacities, let’s make sure that everyone here is on the same page:
What is a large ?
It is simply a wine refrigerator with a large wine bottle capacity, as discussed in this article. It is specifically designed and built to store wine bottles from your red and white wine collection.
Because they are too large for thermoelectric cooling units, they are almost always powered by a compressor-based cooling system, allowing them to maintain a consistently chilled temperature.
Who makes use of large wine refrigerators?
Generally speaking, there are two main types of use cases for purchasing a large-capacity wine fridge. The first is that it is ideal for use in a commercial setting, such as a bar, hotel, or restaurant, where large quantities of wine must be stored.
The second is wine collectors who want to store their wine collection, especially if they have an extensive number of wine bottles in their collection. Typically, these are ultra-expensive wines, as wine collectors frequently store collectible wines that appreciate in value. As a result, it is critical that they find a dependable wine storage solution.
How many bottles can a large wine fridge hold?
Although there is no set number to distinguish a large wine fridge from a mid-sized unit, it is generally accepted that a unit with a bottle capacity greater than 50 bottles is a large capacity wine refrigerator.
Bottle capacity of popular large wine coolers
- 50 bottle
- 75 bottle
- 100 bottle
- 120 bottle
- 150 bottle
- 200 bottle
- 250 bottle
- 300 bottle
- 500 bottle
- 1000+ bottle
Where are these units usually positioned?
The wine enthusiast who owns such a unit will usually keep it in a wine cabinet so that the fridge is hidden from view. This also protects the wine from direct light, as long-term UV ray exposure can damage the tannins in wine. Although these units frequently have darkened and tempered glass, it is not recommended that you rely solely on this for UV protection.
A wine collector is likely to have a wine cellar, so they will keep their wine refrigerator in the cellar.
Commercial wine coolers are typically kept behind the bar (in a bar, hotel or nightclub).
What types of wines can be kept in a large wine fridge?
A wine fridge is traditionally used to store both red wine (such as Merlot, Zinfandel, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Cabinet Sauvignon, and so on) and white wine (including Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, etc). However, they may or may not be able to store both types at the same time, unless the unit has separate cooling zones. Because each cooling zone can be set to a different temperature, it can be used to store different types of wine in a single physical unit.
Having said that, large-capacity wine fridges are typically single-zone, dual-zone, tri-zone, or quad-zone.
The more zones it has, the more different types of wine it can store at once.
Conclusion
To summarize, a large-capacity wine cooler can hold anywhere from 50 to 500 bottles of wine. This makes it an ideal choice for wine collectors with a large wine collection or who entertain frequently, as well as for commercial settings.
If you’re looking for a large wine cooler, make sure to weigh all of your options, compare features, and prices. They vary widely in price, so you’ll almost certainly be able to find one that meets your requirements while remaining within your budget.
