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Wine Cooler

Choosing a Wine Cooler

When it comes to choosing a wine cooler, you want to consider and compare the different features available to you. First, you want to make sure you know exactly what features you need for a wine cooler in order to meet your specific individual needs. This means you need to consider the number of zones, bottle capacity and available space. Another important factor to consider in the buying decision is cost, but it shouldn't be the significant decision when choosing a wine cooler to buy. Often it is better to invest in a high quality and well-built wine cooler even though the cost may be a little higher at first.

Next, when buying a wine cooler you need to understand the specific differences between a wine cooler and cellar. Why is a wine cooler necessary if you already have a refrigerator? With a wine cooler, you can maintain constant temperature to cool or chill your wines so they will be ready to serve at all times. On the other hand, a wine refrigerator is only mean to store wines in the short term, often only a maximum of one year.

If you have aging wines or a long term wine storage need then you need a more sophisticated wine cellar. For this need, you should consider building a wine cellar or getting a walk-in wine cellar. Once you have understood the difference you want to consider the capacity you need for a wine cooler.

Wine coolers come in a variety of sizes that range from small coolers that store 6 to 20 bottles while larger models can hold between 100 and 200 bottles. If you are planning on have several hundred bottles of wine then you might want to consider getting a wine cabinet or wine room. It is generally a good idea to buy a wine cooler that can hold at least double the number of wine bottles you currently have. You will often fill up the space you have quickly, especially if you are constantly looking to buy wines.

Of course, you also need to consider the capacity you have in your home for a wine cooler. If you don't have a lot of room than a small 6 to 12 bottle wine cooler can be an excellent space saving option. If you don't drink wine all that often it can be a good idea to get a single or double bottle wine cooler in order to meet your practical needs.

After determining the capacity you need it is time to consider the prices of wine coolers. Wine coolers like all other appliances should have you looking for good quality. If you buy a cheap wine cooler than you will be getting something that is less reliable. However, if you don't want to spend a lot of money on a wine cooler than you should at the very least find a wine cooler that has all the features you need for a reasonable price.

In order to save money on your wine cooler you may want to consider looking for discounted wine coolers that have slight dents or markings. Depending on the features and brands of a wine cooler, you can expect to pay between $100 and $2000 for a new wine cooler. To get a more realistic value for your wine cooler you want to compare the price of the wine cooler to the price per bottle.

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Danby Wine Cooler $549.99 Danby Wine Cooler - 50 Bottle(s)

Wine Cooler, circa 1815-20 $49.99 Wine Cooler, circa 1815-20 - Giclee Print

12-Btle Single Zone Wine Cooler $105.99 12-BTLE SINGLE ZONE WINE COOLER

DWC93BLSDB Wine Cooler for 36 $359 The Danby DWC93BLSDB 36 Bottle Wine cooler will satisfy your every beed Your wine will always remain cool in this wine cooler

5052 Wine Cooler $232 5052 Wine Cooler designed by Ettore Sottsass for Alessi, 1979.

5059 Wine Cooler Stand $478 5059 Wine Cooler Stand designed by Ettore Sottsass for Alessi, 1979.

Winco WC-4A Wine Cooler $6.37 Wine cooler Clear Acrylic  Type: Dish Towels and Cloths

Oggi Double Wall Wine Cooler $20 Double wall stainless steel wine cooler.

872 Wine Cooler $180 Designed by Carlo Mazzeri and Luigi Massoni, 1976. By Alessi. 872 Wine Cooler with polished version introduced 10 yrs later. Wine cooler available in two finishes.

Stelton Wine Cooler $145 A part of Stelton's Classic Collection, the Wine Cooler was developed with simplicity, functionality, and a design-experience in mind.

JM21 Bolly Wine Cooler $207 Wine cooler in mirror-polished finish by Jasper Morrison for Alessi. Available in mirror-polished or satin finish. Made in Italy.

Lounge Wine Bottle Cooler $75 Keep wine bottles chilled and close at hand with this stylish stainless steel cooler. It includes four cooling plates.

Zodax IN4935 Vintage Wine Cooler $196.56 Vintage Wine Cooler Min.2. Selling Points: Wine Cooler Vintage look Antique Pewter. Dimensions: 9 x 9.75 x 10.

Husky Reflections Wine Cooler $119.99 In today's centrally heated homes, storing wine can be a problem. But now, thanks to this great Reflections Wine Cooler from Husky, you can 'cellar' your wine - even if you live in a flat. Offering space for 16 bottles, it's ideal for wine lovers everywhere.

2309 Houdini Wine & Beverage Cooler $12.99 The Metrokane 2309 Houdini Wine Beverage Cooler in Orange is insulated in Neoprene and Chills Wine and other Beverages faster and longer

2306 Houdini Wine & Beverage Cooler $14.99 The Metrokane 2306 Houdini Wine Beverage Cooler Yellow is insulated in Neoprene and Chills Wine and other Beverages faster and longer

2304 Houdini Wine & Beverage Cooler $9.99 The Metrokane 2305 Houdini Wine Beverage Cooler Blue is insulated in Neoprene and Chills Wine and other Beverages faster and longer

2305 Houdini Wine & Beverage Cooler $14 The Metrokane 2304 Houdini Red Wine Beverage Cooler Red is insulated in Neoprene and Chills Wine and other Beverages faster and longer

Floor Standing Wine Cooler in Black and Copper Finish $247.2 Floor Standing Wine Cooler in Black and Copper Finish

Kalorik WCL20629 18 Bottle Wine Cooler $279.99 Kalorik WCL20629 18 Bottle Wine Cooler

Avanti / 8 Bottle Wine Cooler CounterOB / EWC801 $115.33 Avanti - 8 Bottle Wine Cooler CounterOB - EWC801

Avanti / A 12 Bottle Wine Cooler OB / EWC1201 $135.26 Avanti - A 12 Bottle Wine Cooler OB - EWC1201

24 BOTTLE DUAL ZONE WINE COOLER DELUXE $174.99 24 BOTTLE DUAL ZONE WINE COOLER DELUXE

HAIER 40 BOTTLE WINE COOLER DUAL ZONE $353.99 HAIER 40 BOTTLE WINE COOLER DUAL ZONE

WINE ENTH / 48-BOTTLE WINE COOLER / 272 48 02 51 $610.51 WINE ENTH - 48-BOTTLE WINE COOLER - 272 48 02 51

Oster Electric Wine Cooler $38.99 Oster Electric Quick-Chilling Wine Cooler... Multi-function chiller for wine, vodka, champagne, beer, can drinks and more; Without damaging or altering the taste, it only takes minutes with this Wine Chiller to perfectly chill a room temperature bottle of wine i.e. chill wines from 77 degrees F to 55.4 degrees F within 10 minutes; No longer do you have to wait for the fridge, or spend several hours before enjoying a chilled wine; Fits most 750ml wine, vodka and champagne bottles.

18 Litre Wine Cooler. $74.99 When fridge space is limited chill with this compact Wine Cooler, slick and black it makes for an attractive modern kitchen accessory.Energy consumption: 350kWh/year.Noise level 40dB.Capacity 18 litres.Stores up to 6 wine bottles (75cl).Temperature range of 0 to 40C.General information:Size H40, W24.5, D52cm.Suitable for adults only.

BOSS24DWL1 Integra Series 24 in. Left Hinge Wine Cooler Door (Wine Cooler Not Included): Stainless Steel Left Hinged $493 Bosch Integra Series 24 Wine Cooler Door Wine Cooler Not Included Stainless Steel

Old Dutch Copper Wine Cooler $71.99 Copper wine cooler measure 7. 25 inches tall. 3. 5 Qt.

Lounge Wide Wine Bottle Cooler $92 Keep wine bottles chilled and close at hand with this stylish stainless steel cooler. It includes four cooling plates.

Stainless Steel Wine Cooler $62 Impress your friends and guests by serving them chilled champagne or wine in this elegant cooler. The cooler is large enough to fit one standard sized bottle of champagne with enough room for ice. The decorative side handles make it easy to carry. This item is great for home, restaurant, or hotel use. The cooler is made from high polished stainless steel. It is dishwasher safe. Remove and wipe dry to minimize water spots.

M99018 Copper & Brass Wine $129 Copper Brass Wine Cooler

Oggi Faux Leather Double Wall Wine Cooler $25 Faux Leather and Stainless Steel Double Wall Wine Cooler

KOKO Lonny Wine Cooler $15 The perfect hostess gift! The Lonny Insulated Wine Cooler fits a standard 750ml bottle and has a top carry handle making it easy to tote. Ideal for picnics, potluck dinners and holiday parties. Type: Lunch Bags & Coolers Color: Camel Lattice Color Mapping: Brown

Husky HN6 Slimline Wine Cooler $99.99 Storing up to 12 bottles of wine at the perfect temperature, the Husky HN6 Slimline Wine Cooler features a curved mirror effect door and is digitally controlled via a touch screen display.

Vinotemp 6-Bottle Wine Cooler - Black $219.99 This wine cooler features thermoelectric cooling technology to ensure your favorite wine stays chilled at the ideal temperature. The digital temperature display with touch-screen controls provides easy adjustment of the settings.