WhisperKOOL SC PRO Wine Cellar Cooling Units

Yes, if your cellar doesn’t consistently stay within the ideal temperature range (about 50–59°F), you’ll need a cooling unit. Wine ages too slowly below 50°F and can spoil if temperatures climb above 80°F, so a dedicated cooling unit is the best way to ensure proper storage.

The recommended storage temperature for a wine cellar is between 10°C and 15°C (50–59°F). Keeping wine in the kitchen or other areas with temperature swings is not ideal, as fluctuations can damage your collection.

The lifespan of a wine cellar cooling unit can range from 1 to 20 years, depending on the model, installation quality, and how well you maintain your cellar.

Installing a self-contained, through-the-wall cooling unit is often the most affordable and straightforward solution for most wine cellars.

Aim for a cellar temperature of 11–13°C (about 52–55°F). This range is ideal for wine conditioning and helps minimize spoilage or waste.

If you don’t have a cooling unit, you can store wine in a consistently cool, dark place like a basement or pantry, away from heat and sunlight. Bottles with corks should be stored on their sides.

Red wines should be served slightly cooler than room temperature, typically between 62–68°F (15–20°C). White wines are best served between 49–55°F (7–12°C).

Maintain a stable temperature of around 55°F (13°C) with humidity between 50–70%. Proper humidity prevents corks from drying out and helps preserve your wine’s quality.

For cold cellars used to store fruits or vegetables, keep temperatures between 35° and 40°F (1.5–4.5°C). Initially, storage temperatures may be higher to allow produce to heal before cooling down further.