Precision Storage for Serious Wines: Why It’s Not Just Any Wine Cooler.
When it comes to wine service, quality isn’t just in the bottle—it’s in the storage, the temperature, the presentation, and the confidence with which it’s poured. Whether you’re running a restaurant, managing a wine bar, or curating a personal collection at home, wine deserves more than a generic fridge and guesswork.
Enter the professional wine climate cabinet.
This is not a luxury—it’s a tool. A silent workhorse that protects your investment, supports proper service, and reflects the same attention to detail you bring to your food, your glassware, and your guests.
Let’s break down why a professional-grade unit, like the EMG910070 Wine Climate Cabinet, isn’t just another appliance—and why the right storage solution matters.
1. Wine Is Alive—And It Reacts to Its Environment
Wine evolves over time. Exposure to fluctuating temperature, light, humidity, and vibration can affect both ageing and flavour. Most standard domestic fridges or back-bar coolers can’t deliver the precision or consistency needed to store wine properly.
What professional wine storage delivers:
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Stable temperature zones (ideal for reds, whites, and service-specific cooling)
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Controlled humidity to protect corks and preserve seal integrity
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UV-protected glass to guard against light damage
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Low-vibration motors to prevent premature aging
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Even airflow to maintain a consistent climate across every shelf
Without proper storage, even a good bottle loses its edge. Over time, that adds up—to wasted stock, customer complaints, and lost revenue.
2. Presentation Is Part of the Experience
There’s a reason sommeliers take such care with the pour. Wine is ritual, not routine. But that ritual begins long before the bottle hits the table.
The Wine Climate Cabinet is designed with both storage and service in mind, offering:
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Dual temperature zones, allowing reds and whites to be held at perfect service temperature simultaneously
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Timeless design, with soft internal lighting and elegant shelving
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Space for up to 155 bottles, arranged for easy rotation and visual appeal
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Touch display with intuitive controls—clean, sleek, and unobtrusive
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Adjustable wooden shelves, offering both flexibility and vibration-damping support
Whether you're pulling from a private cellar or a restaurant reserve list, presentation should support the experience—not compromise it.
3. Not Just for Wine Bars—Perfect for Restaurants & Residential Use
Serious chefs and venue managers already understand the importance of proper cold storage for food—wine deserves the same respect.
This unit is perfect for:
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Restaurants looking to store wine at optimal service temperatures
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Boutique hotels offering in-room or cellar-style wine service
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Wine bars or bistros managing a rotating list with multiple varietals
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Private clients or home chefs building a premium kitchen environment where food and drink are held to the same standard
At Spiteri Catering, we’ve installed wine climate cabinets in everything from Michelin-starred kitchens to modern residential conversions. The principle remains the same: reliable storage that looks as good as it performs.
4. Why the EMG910070 Is a Smart Choice
We’ve worked with a lot of wine storage systems over the years, and the EMG910070 strikes the right balance of capacity, control, and quiet performance.
Key Specs:
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Capacity: 155 bottles (standard Bordeaux)
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Temperature Zones: Dual, adjustable (5°C – 20°C)
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Build: Anti-UV glass, aluminium handle, black finish
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Shelves: 14 wooden pull-out shelves for stable storage and easy access
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Lighting: Soft LED, with minimal heat output
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Dimensions: W 595 x D 710 x H 1760 mm
It’s a unit built to handle daily commercial use—but refined enough to sit comfortably in a residential kitchen or home cellar.
It’s not a novelty. It’s a piece of your mise en place. One that works quietly, consistently, and with the same attention to detail you expect from every part of your kitchen.
Serve Wine at Its Best, Every Time
Wine storage isn’t just about preservation—it’s about readiness. When a bottle is served too warm, too cold, or after being poorly stored, it reflects on the kitchen and the wider service experience.
Investing in a professional-grade wine climate cabinet helps protect your product, streamline your service, and elevate the experience for your customers—or your guests at home.
Spiteri Catering supplies and installs a curated range of professional wine cabinets, including the Wine Climate Cabinet. Whether you’re equipping a restaurant, event space, or residential kitchen, we’ll help you choose the right model for your needs, space, and wine list.