Wine Cellars to Celebrate the Bacchus in Us All

Wine: long acknowledged as one of life's greatest pleasures, for aficionados, no day is truly complete without savoring a vintage or two. And creating a personal wine cellar can add immeasurably to the experience.

A basic wine cellar can be as simple as adding several pre-fabricated wine racks to an existing storage room or closet area. As long as the temperature is consistent and somewhat cool (no the laundry or un-insulated garage won't work), the space is dark, and you can ensure the racking is securely mounted, you're on your way.

Looking for a bit of drama? This vaulted wine cellar displays individual bottles in circular wall niches. An intricate standing cork screw doubles as an artistic feature as well as a functional piece of equipment. Grape vines tumble from a wall sconce paying homage to the origins of the bottles' contented.

If a carefully planned marriage between cellaring and enjoyment of the vintages is what you cherish, this wine room provides a variety of storage options. Individual bottle racking is available in box and diamond shapes creating visual interest, while larger bins in the same shapes provide space-effective storage for wines purchased in larger quantities. Arched display niches are perfect for highlighting current favorites or wines being featured in an at-home wine tasting with friends. Matched wall murals are a whimsical reminder that wine is fun as well as delicious.

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