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Wine Cellar

Wine cellar

A wine cellar is a specially equipped space for storing wine in optimal conditions. It can be located in a house or in a separate building.

How to create ideal conditions for wine

Ventilation

Wine needs to breathe, so good air circulation is essential. Without fresh air, mold and a musty odor can appear.

Temperature

The optimal wine storage temperature is 10–15°C. Monoblocks and split systems are used to maintain stable conditions. The best option for precise temperature control with low power consumption is an inverter system.

Humidity

It should be controlled to prevent condensation on bottles. For this purpose, special condensate drainage systems are used when building cellars.

Lighting

In cellars, lighting is not only functional but also part of the décor, while helping maintain optimal storage conditions. LED modules are ideal: they do not emit heat during operation.

Wine cellar air conditioners

We select equipment based on the room volume, cellar type, and the desired storage temperature.

Wine cellar air conditioner Monoblock WK 250

Wine cellar air conditioner Belluna S218 W

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Ceiling air conditioner Ceiling Cool 500

Wine cellar air conditioner Fondis Wine IN25X

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Wall-mounted split Wine Split 350

Wall-mounted refrigeration split systems MXM50IV

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Wall-mounted split Wine Split 600

Wine cellar air conditioner Daikin AC20FZ

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Multi-split MultiCellar 3x

Wine cellar air conditioner Belluna S232 W

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Multi-split MultiCellar 5x

Wine cellar air conditioner Belluna S115 W

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Compact air conditioner CompactCellar S

Wall-mounted refrigeration split systems MXM70IV

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Compact air conditioner CompactCellar L

Wall-mounted refrigeration split systems MXM90IV

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In addition, a wine cellar should be equipped with shelves and racks for bottle storage. Choosing storage systems is an important final stage of the project. Shelves and racks can be:

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Cross-shaped and angled. Their advantages are strong display appeal and secure storage.

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With recesses — this design prevents bottles from rolling.

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Presentation racks — they look impressive.

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Pull-out shelves — used for large-format bottles.

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Wine cellars are more than just storage rooms. They are carefully designed spaces where the cellar and the wine form a single ecosystem: a stable microclimate, convenient collection organization, and an exclusive interior reflecting the owner’s taste and lifestyle.

We design both wine cellars in a home (apartment, cottage, townhouse) and large wine cellars for private collections and restaurants — with bespoke design, premium materials, and reliable engineering solutions. If you want to buy a turnkey wine cellar, we handle the full cycle: from concept and 3D design to installation and commissioning.

Our work

Moscow "Tommy Restaurant"

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Moscow "Corporate Home Office"

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Saint Petersburg "Lorenzo Medici Restaurant"

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Saint Petersburg "Repino Private House"

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Saint Petersburg "Inner Restaurant"

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Moscow "Acha-Chacha Restaurant"

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Crimea "Private House"

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Saint Petersburg "Wine Room in Yantarny Bor"

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"Custom Wine Cabinet Under the Stairs in Serebryany Bor"

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We will quickly and professionally answer any questions about our wine cellars, offer options, and discuss manufacturing and installation terms. Contact us to get a tailored solution for storing and showcasing your wine collection.

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Where to start?

There are two types of wine cellars:

  • An active wine cellar uses climate control to precisely maintain temperature and humidity year-round. It is ideal for urban projects and anywhere predictable storage is important.
  • A passive wine cellar has no artificial control; it is usually built underground, where the natural environment smooths out climate fluctuations. A good solution for country houses and large cellars with thick enclosing structures.

If your wine space is above ground, it is more accurate to call it a wine room. We’ll help you choose the right format: a compact home wine cellar for 200–400 bottles or a large wine cellar for 1,000+ bottles — depending on your collection goals and the room architecture.

Average temperature

Average temperature

Whether you have a passive or an active wine cellar, we recommend an average temperature of +12 °C for proper long-term wine storage. Lower temperatures won’t harm the wine, but they will slow down maturation.

Ideal humidity

Ideal humidity

Humidity in your wine cellar should be between 60% and 70%, and most importantly it should not drop below 50%. High humidity — 80% and above — can lead to mold on corks and bottles.

Cellar ventilation

Cellar ventilation

Pay special attention to cellar ventilation: without fresh air, mold and a musty smell can appear. At the same time, don’t overdo it so the temperature doesn’t rise above the desired level.

Wine cellar setup

They allow guests to see the label and store bottles more compactly than vertical storage. In some configurations the cork may not be in contact with the wine; in most cases this is a good option for wines ready to drink. Be sure to consider where the rack fasteners will be placed and whether they will be visible. This is especially important in premium wine cabinets.

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It is very important to plan the rack layout and the space ergonomics in detail. We usually offer several layout options if the room allows.

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Many clients want a small table inside the cellar. Keep in mind that staying in a cold room for a long time may be uncomfortable, but a table is definitely useful when you need to place several bottles.

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If the room is underground, it is crucial to properly waterproof the exterior walls in advance to prevent dampness. This is the main issue for buried spaces.

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Internal waterproofing can also be added if there are any humidity issues.

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Insulation is usually not required if the cellar is underground. However, the ceiling can become a source of heat if the first floor is heated, and in that case the cellar ceiling should be insulated.

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For a wine cellar operating at +10°C to +12°C, a standard insulated exterior door is suitable. Avoid interior wooden or MDF doors, as condensation may form and damage the finish.

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Airtight and/or thermally insulated doors like those used in refrigeration rooms are also unnecessary, since they are designed for temperatures below +5°C.

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For a premium cellar, we manufacture insulated glass doors, including frameless glazing. This allows you to showcase the cellar's beauty while keeping the cold inside.

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Wine cellar air conditioner

Special attention should be paid to an active cellar with an air-conditioning system. Note that air conditioning does not eliminate the need for ventilation.

Proper ventilation is designed according to the project and depends on the room area. In general, this includes a supply duct and an exhaust duct of 100 mm diameter with smooth airflow adjustment.

Monoblock

Made as a single unit, typically installed in a wall opening: the cold side faces the cellar and the hot side faces outdoors or a technical room.

Ceiling split

The indoor cold unit is installed on the cellar ceiling, while the outdoor unit with compressor and hot radiator is installed outside. Refrigerant lines run between the units.

Wall-mounted split

Like a ceiling split, it consists of two units separated by up to 30 m. The indoor unit is mounted on a wall. This is the most common solution.

Multi-split system

Consists of several indoor units and one powerful outdoor unit. We build these to order for multi-room wine cellars.

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A standard refrigerant line consists of two copper pipes of different diameters and a control cable. One pipe is installed with rubber insulation. It is important to make the insulation airtight because the pipe remains cold during operation and may form condensate when in contact with air — it can drip.

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In addition to refrigerant lines, condensate drainage must be considered. Condensate always appears on the cold radiator during operation. It should be drained to a sewer or outdoors — by gravity or using a drain pump. This requires careful design.

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When using air conditioning, it makes sense to insulate the room as much as possible to achieve stable performance regardless of wall temperature and supply air.

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Standard insulation is 100 mm of material such as Penoplex. We recommend PIR panels as they are currently the most energy-efficient and do not absorb moisture like mineral wool.

How to store wine in a cellar at serving temperature?

This is not a trivial question. Most often, a cellar has a single long-term storage temperature of 10–12 °C. Sparkling wine often needs about +5 °C, white wine a bit warmer, and for red wine +10 °C can be too cold.

Average temperature

Average temperature

Whether the cellar is passive or active, we recommend an average temperature of +12 °C for proper long-term wine storage. Lower temperatures won’t harm the wine, but will slow down its maturation.

Ideal humidity

Ideal humidity

Humidity in your wine cellar should be between 60% and 70%, and most importantly it should not drop below 50%. High humidity — 80% and above — can lead to mold on corks and bottles.

Cellar ventilation

Cellar ventilation

Pay special attention to cellar ventilation: without fresh air, mold and a musty smell can appear. At the same time, don’t overdo it so the temperature doesn’t rise above the desired level.

Why us and what you get

A bespoke concept matched to your interior and usage scenarios (home, restaurant, chef’s assembly). Capacity calculation: from a home wine cellar to a large cellar for rare wines. Turnkey engineering: waterproofing and insulation, ventilation, climate control, monitoring. Premium materials: natural wood, stone, metal, glass. Want to buy a wine cellar? We’ll choose the format, estimate the budget, and create a 3D visualization before work starts.

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Our strengths

“Winekeys” delivers premium-quality solutions: warranty, exclusive technologies, and modern, user-friendly design for your space.

Personalized approach

Personalized approach

In-house production

In-house production

Turnkey solution

Turnkey solution

In-house service support

In-house service support

Stages

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Request

Processing your request within 30 minutes and clarifying requirements

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Development

Preparing technical documentation and approving the design project

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Site visit

Discussing project details with the client and taking measurements

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Estimate

Preparing a preliminary estimate based on client inputs

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Manufacturing

Manufacturing equipment according to the approved technical specification

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Delivery & commissioning

Final fit-out work, equipment installation, and commissioning

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Reviews

"As a wine lover, I’d like to share my experience of building a wine cellar. I contacted a company specializing in turnkey wine cellars. They offered a full range of services, including design, selection of materials and equipment, installation and setup..."

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"We’ve been working with this company for years. Both I as a designer and my clients as end customers are always happy with the result. I love their creative approach to any task — I doubt you’ll ever hear ‘it’s impossible,’ even with the most unusual requirements. They always find a solution. Keep up the same enthusiasm..."

Игорь Коральков Read full review

"Thank you to Winekeys for accurately meeting my requirements. The cabinet has become a great addition to my wine collection, and I’m fully satisfied with its quality and functionality. First, the design looks elegant and fits perfectly into my interior. Second, the internal layout..."

Дмитрий Морозов Read full review

"Thank you for the excellent rack! It turned out to be a great solution for storing my wine collection. I’d like to highlight the fast and well-coordinated work of the team. Coordination, approvals, production, delivery — everything was top-notch. There were minor delays during the design stage due to changes in the initial requirements..."

Евгений Решетников Read full review

"My impressions? I’m thrilled. Even with some timing hiccups, it was worth it. The team took the project from scratch with non-standard technical inputs. As usual — limited space, lots of wishes, ‘due yesterday,’ and no draft or technical brief. They calculated and prepared everything themselves, estimated costs, and had to make adjustments..."

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