Commercial Wine Fridges

Wine fridges provide the ultimate storage space for your wine and serve as a necessity for businesses within the hospitality industry that sell wine. If you own a bar, restaurant, hotel, or any business that sells or provides wine to customers, then our range of commercial wine fridges that we provide are the perfect addition to address your wine storage solutions.

Commercial wine fridges are a great addition to your office, especially if you aim to entertain your clients or wish to enjoy drinks on a Friday. Regardless of the reason, your wine should be served at the optimal temperature - a commercial wine cooler can ensure that your wine is served at the right temperature every time.

Commercial wine coolers are often much larger than wine fridges, especially if you are seeking one for personal use. They are often designed to store a variety of wine types within the same unit, so often they will feature dual temperature zones or multi-temperature zones.

Additionally, aesthetics are an important aspect within the hospitality industry as you want to draw in new customers and source the most appealing ways to display your inventory. This is also what commercial wine fridges provide in abundance as they allow customers to see the wine they are browsing whilst keeping them at the optimum temperature. Find industry leaders such as Dunavox, Swisscave, and many others. Take a look at the various wine fridges we have available for commercial spaces. 

Arguably, the most important wine storage factor is temperature. In any commercial environment, the correct temperature must be maintained throughout the wine fridge. After all, if a customer requests a certain wine, they expect it to taste right - be served at the right temperature.

However, it can be difficult to regulate the temperature if the doors are constantly being opened. This is why most commercial wine fridges feature special ventilation systems to allow cool air to enter and dissipate. Any drops or rises in temperature can impact the overall quality of the wine, especially in the long term.

At Elite Wine Refrigeration, our commercial wine fridges are the ultimate storage solution for your hospitality business. Check out fridges from quality brands such as Dunavox, Swisscave, Artevino, and EXPO.

 

Commercial Wine Fridge Installation

Commercial wine fridges can come in different shapes and sizes - however, they typically have three main designs. The way they should be installed depends entirely on the design of the unit.

At Elite Wine Refrigeration, we always recommend that you have your commercial wine fridge installed professionally to reduce the risk of damaging the fridge, and to ensure you don’t void the warranty. Likewise, always check the manufacturer’s requirements and follow the instructions.

Just like wine coolers for your home, commercial wine fridges come in three main designs: freestanding wine fridges, built-in wine fridges, and integrated wine fridges.

Freestanding wine fridges are designed to stand freely - and can’t be restricted to small spaces such as counters or cabinets. When installing freestanding units, leave sufficient space around the unit - including at least 10 inches of space above the unit for optimal ventilation.

Built-in and integrated commercial wine coolers are designed to be installed into cabinets or wall space - you can install a built-in unit under your bar for convenience. Integrated units offer a seamless look, whereas built-in units can jut out slightly.

There are several additional things to consider when it comes to commercial wine fridge installation. For example, you should avoid installing a wine fridge near appliances that generate heat, such as ovens or dishwashers.

This is because it could cause the internal temperature of the wine fridge to rise, and impact the cooling system of the unit. However, installing your wine fridge near appliances such as fridges and freezers should be fine.

 

Key Features of Commercial Wine Fridges

Modern commercial wine fridges are full of features that enhance the entire experience for your staff and your customers. Although you can find commercial wine coolers with a range of shelving, most commercial wine fridges will feature display shelving.

This allows your customers to browse the wine collection effortlessly, and staff to quickly identify their wine of choice. Display shelving also enables you to display glassware such as wine glasses or decanters.

Commercial wine fridges can also feature adjustable shelves, meaning staff can rearrange the wine fridge depending on the wine’s popularity, date, or temperature.

You can find commercial wine fridges that feature single-door storage, or fridges with double doors. Most commercial units will feature a glass door with UV protection. UV light can quickly damage wine, causing a phenomenon known as a ‘light strike’.

Often, commercial wine coolers feature a stainless steel exterior. This can help to prevent spillages from damaging the unit - which is especially useful in a busy hospitality environment.

Commercial wine fridges feature precise temperature control, allowing you to maintain the right temperature throughout the unit.

 

Temperature Zones

One of the main features of commercial wine fridges is the temperature zones - most wine fridges designed for commercial spaces will feature dual temperature zones or multi-temperature zones.

A dual-zone wine cooler will maintain two separate temperatures within the same unit, which is ideal for varied wine collections.

This means you can store red and white wines within their optimal temperature ranges, as red wine has a slightly higher serving temperature than white and sparkling wines.

At Elite Wine Refrigeration, we have a range of single-zone fridges, dual-zone fridges, and multi-zone wine fridges, so you’re sure to find the right commercial wine fridge for your business.

 

How Many Bottles Can A Commercial Wine Fridge Hold?

Commercial wine coolers can drastically vary in size - you can find a commercial wine cooler that accommodates just a single bottle or two, and you can also find larger commercial models that store over 200 wine bottles.

At Elite Wine Refrigeration, we have wine coolers suited to commercial environments that can store between 20 bottles and 299 bottles. Our wine fridges are designed to accommodate standard Bordeaux bottles.

However, many of our commercial models feature adjustable or removable shelving, as well as display shelving - allowing you to store larger bottles such as Champagne or Prosecco bottles.

If you wish to display your wine effectively for your customers to see, then you may wish to consider opting for a wine wall instead. Explore our collection of commercial wine fridges today - and don’t hesitate to contact our friendly customer service team today to learn more.