Wine Cabinets

A wine rack mainly holds bottles, while a wine cabinet is a larger furniture piece that may combine bottle storage with cupboards, shelves or space for glassware. The exact layout varies between products, so check internal storage before buying.

No. A standard furniture wine cabinet provides storage but does not automatically control temperature or humidity. If you need refrigerated wine storage, choose a product specifically designed and advertised as a wine fridge or temperature-controlled wine cabinet.

Wine bottles sealed with natural cork are commonly stored horizontally so the wine remains in contact with the cork. Bottles with screw caps or other closures do not have the same requirement. Follow the storage guidance appropriate to the wine you are keeping.

Dining rooms, open-plan entertaining areas and home bar spaces are common locations. Keep the cabinet away from busy walkways and, for long-term wine storage, avoid areas exposed to excessive heat or prolonged direct sunlight.

Consider how many bottles you normally store, whether you need glassware or accessory storage and the available wall width and depth. Also allow clearance for cabinet doors and drawers to open fully.

Many wine cabinets can form part of a home bar setup if they provide enough space for bottles, glasses and serving accessories. Check the internal layout and surface height to make sure it suits the way you plan to entertain.

Keep the cabinet functional first, then add a small number of decorative pieces such as glassware, a vase or artwork above it. Avoid overcrowding the top if you regularly use the surface for serving drinks.

Marco Furniture offers wine cabinets online and from its showroom at Unit 1A/21 Barrier Street, Fyshwick ACT. Call (02) 6189 1242 before visiting if you want to check whether a particular wine cabinet is currently on display.