Wine Cabinet Technology

Constant temperature is critical for the maturation of wines; daily or weekly temperature fluctuations denature wines and create “spoiled fruit” flavours. Vintec and Transtherm cabinets maintain a stable temperature thanks to:

1. Interaction between a compressor and a thermostat,
2. Insulated side panels,
3. Triple-glazed doors.

Imperceptible vibrations can spoil wine as they cause it to age prematurely. To protect the quality of your wine, Vintec and Transtherm wine cabinets create a vibration-proof environment by including the following:

1. An externally-housed compressor,
2. Rubber shock absorbers,
3. Vibration absorbing wooden shelves

All light is damaging to wine, but UV light in particular, as it creates hydrogen sulphide compounds in wine and affects the tannins and the colour of wine. Vintec and Transtherm wine cabinets eliminate this threat by incorporating:

1. UV-treated tinted glass doors,
2. Dark interiors,
3. Dimmed LED lights.

High humidity will promote mould, whereas low humidity will cause corks to dry out. Vintec and Transtherm wine cabinets incorporate a Thermal Recycling Pump system that ensures adequate humidity levels are maintained (55% or greater). The Thermal Recycling Pump works by heating condensed water, which is then introduced as humid air within the cabinet, ensuring ideal humidity conditions for your wine.

Without constant air circulation, mould will grow on corks and labels, and the air inside the wine cabinet will become stale. Vintec wine cabinets include internal and external fans to ensure a slow reticulated air flow throughout the cabinet. The larger Vintec models also include a carbon filter to limit odours penetrating the cabinet.