Elite Wine Refrigeration

There are many different types of wine coolers and wine walls available on the market today - you will find your search is full of misleading information and poor quality products, which is why we only carry reputable, high-quality brands from around Europe.

At Elite Wine Refrigeration, we want to make your buying experience as easy and as fruitful as possible, so before beginning your search for your new wine cooler, wine wall or wine cabinet, it is recommended to learn about which type of unit is best for the space you have.

We have given a brief overview of the different types of products below - please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

This type of wine cooler are primarily undercounter units designed to sit on the floor and in most cases have kitchen cabinets built around them to create a seamless look. Built in wine coolers are designed to be used as undercounter units so they can fit neatly into kitchen cabinets.

These are available in standard widths of:
150mm, 300mm, 400mm, 500mm and 600mm - however, there are a selected few tall wine coolers that can be built in as well.

Built in wine coolers can also be utilised as freestanding wine coolers, the only difference being they have a vent at the front to allow for enough ventilation to cool the compressor and evaporator.

These are designed to sit inside a kitchen cabinet that is open at the back for ventilation. This type of wine cooler will sit alongside ovens, integrated coffee machines and microwaves - creating a floating, seamless look.

Available in standard heights of 455mm, 595mm, 885mm, 1234mm and 1778mm – integrated wine coolers are manufactured to match the same sizes of other kitchen appliances, such as integrated ovens and microwaves. 

This type of wine cooler can also be fully integrated with a few wine coolers allowing a kitchen cabinet door to be attached to the front of the door.

This type of wine cooler is a great addition to any home and comes in a few varieties such as ageing cabinets and multi-purpose wine cabinets which can be used to store wines whilst holding a small selection at serving temperature.

The number one misconception in the wine cooler industry is that a freestanding wine cooler is designed to be used as an undercounter wine cooler. When utilised as a built-in unit, this type of wine cooler will overheat and void the manufacturer's warranty as it has no way of drawing in cool air to cool the compressor and evaporator.

A freestanding wine cooler should be well-ventilated meaning at least 3-5 inches around the sides of the ventilation space and they should never be enclosed from above.

Wine walls are slightly different to a traditional wine cooler - our refrigerated systems are suitable for home use or commercial environments.

With an array of sizes with varying bottle capacities, you can build your wine wall to fit any decor by choosing the frame, lighting options and other finishes - the possibilities are endless.

We boast a substantial range of luxury wine walls with some that are suitable for freestanding use only and some that can be built-in with cabinetry around them, just like the integrated and built-in wine coolers mentioned above.

A wine cabinet is a freestanding unit designed specifically for the long-term storage of wine, there are two varieties with the main difference being the material they are produced from.

A typical wine cabinet is constructed from metal and is designed to maximise bottle capacity whilst keeping the bottles stored at the ideal storage temperature and humidity all year round.

Some models are even equipped with a winter protection system, which means you can safely use your cabinet in colder conditions for example, in a garage or outbuilding.

For 2024, you can now purchase the whole Eurocave range of wine storage and service cabinets, wine racking and cellar conditioners from Elite Wine.

Notorious throughout the wine industry as the market leader and original company to manufacture the very first wine cabinet, the Eurocave range is extensive and manufactured to exacting standards in France.

The new 'Champagne' range of wine cabinets is like nothing ever produced before, designed specifically for Champagne with components that are only of the highest quality.

Wine racks are a simple way of increasing your storage capacity and in general is more cost effective than a wine fridge or wine cabinet - we now have a whole host of options to choose from.

Our wine racking range consists of traditional wine racks, cellar cubes, wall mounted systems from companies like VintageView.

All are simple systems to install and our cellar cubes are available in a wide range of colours and sizes to match the aesthetic of your new wine room or restaurant.

At Elite we have the ability to bring your wine cellar ideas to life, after your initial consultation we will liaise with you to provide you with an extensive design and should you choose to purchase the wine cellar through us - we will arrange for delivery, installation and any other works needed on site.

Wine cellars are a wonderful way of increasing value of your home and of course the main benefit is having somewhere to store your wine collection, perfectly protected and stored as it should be when using our cellar conditioners also.