Wine Coolers

Royal Sovereign International is a global brand that manufactures and distributes its products world wide. Their establishment in more than 100 countries gives a greater global recognition for its products in graphic solution, office products and home appliances. Wine coolers are one among the product range and the models introduced are equipped with the thermo-electric technology. More on Royal Sovereign RWC-40D Black Colour Wine Cellar can be obtained in the review that follows.

Product Overview:

With the freestanding construction, this model comes in the dimension of 875mm, 540mm and 525 mm. But for the front door it has an overall black colour finish which makes its stand more prominent. The door is designed with the glass giving transparency of the interiors. The door frame is again in black colour and the front glass is made of high quality. The door hinges are reversible and it opens in the swing type.

Capacity:

Royal Sovereign RWC-40D Digital Control Wine Cooler is been designed to accommodate 40 bottles which are been distributed in different shelves based on the size of the bottles. The storage capacity is 110 litres in the space of 3.88 cubic feet.

Technology, Type and Controls:

This model functions with the thermoelectric technology and the space is been shared in 2 temperature zones. Unlike any other usual model which gives a single temperature zone where in all the bottles are set in the single temperature but this model is unique with the dual zone where the temperature can be different in each zone. For those wine bottles which require more cooling than the rest can be segregated and set in the required levels.

The controls of this model are digital which is present in the stretch that separates different zones. It comes with a display and soft touch controls on either side which help to set the desired temperature. The increase and decrease of the temperatures are simple with this operation.

Product Features:

• Quiet operation comes as a prime advantage as it does not disturb the environment and the noise emission is 30 dBa which is on the lower side.
• Dual Zones are another pro aspect as it allows setting different temperature in the 2 different zones that are separated with the control panel. The temperature in the space above the control panel and below the control panel can be set different.
• LCD display in both Celsius and Fahrenheit makes the understanding easy as per the preference of the users.
• Auto defrost is an easy maintenance which require no additional planning of the maintaining the appliance.
• Soft interior light present gives the space illumination and makes it easy to access even in the dark environment.
• No compressor, vibration free function is another aspect which keeps the surrounding undisturbed.
• Adjustable shelves and adjustable temperature are other features that add to the convenience of the users.

Overall, Royal Sovereign RWC-40D Dual Zone Wine Cellar is interesting in all aspects that adds value to the space. This mid-sized wine cellar is great for its performance, style and convenience.

Royal Sovereign RWC-40D 110 Litres Capacity Wine Cooler – Specification Details

Wine is one beverage which changes with time and environment in its taste. Wine has to be passionately cared for. It has to be stored in a constant temperature and humidity. Depending on the type of wine the temperature required may vary from 4 to 18 degree Celsius. This makes wine cooler a necessity for wine lovers. CAPLE introduces a range of wine coolers to suit everybody’s need and pocket. Caple WF121 Freestanding Wine Cooler is one among them and the following review would help you understand more about the product.

Product Description:

Caple WF121 Wine Cabinet is a freestanding appliance in the dimension of 507mm in height, 435mm in width and 465mm in depth. Both the interior and the exterior are in black colour.

• Shelves – It has 4 slotted beech shelves which are of sliding type. The beech wood shelves prevent scratch and retain the label on the bottle. The slots help to keep the bottles in position.
• Feet – Vibration affects the way wine gets sediment. Hence this process should never be hindered. To prevent the cooler from vibrating it should be in a perfectly levelled position. It has four feet of which the front two are adjustable. This helps in achieving a levelled surface.
• Door – The door is stylishly designed with the glass and steel. The frame and the handle are made of stainless steel and fitted with toughened clear glass plane which is protected from harmful UV rays.
• Controls – The temperature can be manually controlled with the help of an adjustable thermostat which is placed inside the cooler.

Product Features:

Temperature setting:

The Caple WF121 12-bottle wine cooler has to be kept in a place which has ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degree Celsius. The thermostat dial inside the cooler comes with 5 stage setting mode which covers 7 to 18 degree Celsius. In winter where the ambient temperature is between 5 and 10 degree Celsius setting 2 to 4 can be used. In summer when the ambient temperature is between 15 and 30 degree Celsius setting 4 to 5 can be used.

This model comes with a single temperature zone for red or white wine. If both will have to be stored at the same time then red wine can be placed in the top and the white wine can be placed in the bottom, as there is always a 5 to 6 degree C temperature difference between the top and the bottom shelves.

Cooling system:

This Wine cooler has no-frost compressor cooling system. Unlike thermo electric technology this helps in maintaining a consistent temperature for the wines. Wine can be taken care of and the desired taste can be obtained only if the temperature and humidity are consistently maintained. As the cork can swell or shrink, depending on the temperature which directly affects the air tight property of the cork and thereby the oxidation of wine. Caple offers 65% humidity. The compressors are designed in such a way that the vibration is kept to its minimum.

Other features:

In Caple WF121 Black Colour Wine Cooler,  ventilation is through dissipating heat from the top and side. This WF121 Caple Wine cooler is 100% CFC/HFC free. It has a capacity to store 12 bottles each 750ml. Its total gross capacity is 47 litres. The maximum noise that it can produce is 36 dBa providing a quiet environment. The only feature which this wine cooler lacks is internal light. But it has all other important features to preserve the quality of the wine.

Warranty:

This model has a 1 year warranty period offered by the manufacturer which covers both parts and labour.

Caple WF121 44cm Freestanding Wine Cooler – Technical Specification Table

It is an obvious fact that wine must be stored in the right manner and most people are aware of it. Understanding the right storage system is quite essential as all wines are perishable due to the presence of relatively less alcohol. The basics goes as the to keep it away from the sunlight, suitable temperature of 4 degree C to 18 degree C, not much fluctuations in the temperature and the relative level of humidity should be greater than 50%. There is one great appliance to give good storage for the wines and they are the wine cooler which promotes right and stable temperature, right humidity, the required ventilation and darkness and finally the security as well. Baumatic introduces a range of wine coolers to suit the different requirement of people. The following review of this Baumatic BW28BL Black Colour Wine Cooler gives you more information about this product.

Product Description:

Baumatic BW28BL Thermo Electric Wine Cooler is a freestanding appliance in the dimension of 735mm in height, 460mm in width and 540mm in depth. Both the interior and the exterior are in black colour and the door has a glass finish.

• Shelves – Designed with 6 shelves which are adjustable and they are the wired shelves for high durability and to spread the temperature evenly.
• Feet – All the 4 feet present are height adjustable. This makes the appliance to be firmly installed in the given space irrespective of the floor conditions.
• Door – The door is stylishly designed with the glass material and the black frame. The door opening can be fixed at any side based on the requirement.
• Controls – The temperature control system is mechanical and is been operated with the dial. It is located at the top right side of the appliance. This allows setting the right temperature as desired.

Product Features:

Temperature setting:

The temperature control dial and the temperature sensor are present in the inside top of the appliance. It works by rotating the dial and once the temperature is set low the cooler will last in low temperature and when set in high it will achieve the high temperate. The variable temperature functioning of this appliance ranges from 10 degree C to 18 degree C.

Interior light:

This is present along with the control system and it illuminates when the door gets opened. Even other wise the light control is present and hence it can be set on or off as desired.

Capacity:

This model can accommodate about 28 bottles of Bordeaux style of wine bottles of 0.75 litres and in case the bottles are huge you could opt to remove the shelf hence given more space to store larger bottles. The removing and replacing the shelf is simple and it is supported with the slot that gets the job done easily. The overall gross capacity of this appliance is 70 litres and the net is 65 litres.

The other product details are the glass door is made of tempered glass that can withstand the extreme of temperature and hence adds to the durability. The see-through feature is amazing about this model. Baumatic BW28BL Thermo Electric 28 Bottles Capacity Wine Cooler works with the Thermo electric Peltier system and without any compressor and hence the noise emission is very low and the vibration is absolutely nil. Overall, Baumatic has introduced an efficient and effective model.

Baumatic BW28BL Thermo Electric Wine Cooler – Technical Specification Table

Whether you are a wine expert, an aficionado or just a simple someone, who is looking forward to relishing a nice glass of occasional wine with dinner or saving it for that special occasion, whatever category you fall under, it is important to educate yourself on maintaining precise wine temperatures for storage as well as serving. As you obviously cannot consume all of your collection in a single day (as tempting as it sounds), it has to be stored somewhere. Designed to help with storage of a single bottle to as many over 100 bottles, wine racks don’t just help with proper maintenance or storage, but also helps the stored wine in reaching its peak flavors. With options galore, there shouldn’t really be a problem in finding something that fits your budget and real estate.

Now, if you are looking at adding that elegant classy touch to your special occasion/get together, or just want to chill a bottle in a jiffy, then you might want to take a look at the D-circle DO Frozer Single Bottle Wine Cooler. Better yet, if you are on the lookout for that perfect present for your loved ones, then this proves to be an ideal one. This single bottle cooler is geared towards satisfying specific needs. For those looking at a fancy way to serve sparkling whites and reds table side, this acrylic cooler does just fine. This unique chiller is the proud winner of the coveted Red Dot Design Award and comes uniquely designed with dual material, winning quite a few envious glances with its striking appearance. Read on to know more about this chic cooler!

Pack Contains:

• 1 x Frozer Wine Cooler
• 1 x Cooling Module
• User Guide

Design and Finish

Measuring 230 mm x 125 mm x 125 mm, this cooler comes with a capacity of 1.6 ltr adding to the flair and elegance of any bar, gourmet restaurant, living room, busy pub or kitchen. It is a blend of artistic lines and functionalities along with taking a modern form. Made of high quality materials, the double coating takes care of the insulation giving you the pleasure of sipping an absolute stone chilling wine right until the last sip. The cooler’s transparency exudes simple sophistication together with contributing to the delight of any occasion. The clear acrylic on the outside beautifully displays the brushed stainless steel interiors contained inside.

Features

As mentioned earlier, the doubled walled insulation of this barware promises to retain the temperature of the wine bottles longer while the cooling module at the bottom of the cooler gives it that extra cooling power. It also features double wall insulation with a chic stainless steel core bordered by clear acrylic.  This blend of acrylic and stainless steel underlines its classiness and noble appearance, giving it a special exclusivity. While the existing double wall itself proves to be a good cold insulation, the additional corresponding extended cooling is filled with a coolant for effective cooling of the interiors. The elegant acrylic body is also available with illustrative images. A word of caution though, this cooler is not suitable for microwaves, freezers or ovens.

To Conclude

Wine can now be enjoyed at its optimum temperature with this eye-catching DO Frozer Single Bottle Cooler that has traveled all the way from Mainland China, its country of origin. The high-quality stainless steel together with its chic transparent acrylic looks to be a blend of soft features and solid outline that proves to be a feast for the eyes while the taste buds get treated to a perfectly chilled wine.  Though we are kind of unsure as to how useful this is in practice (as you barely get to see a bottle of wine hanging around long enough to be warmed up), it comes as no big surprise to see the cooler Win the coveted Red Dot Design Award, as anyone is likely to get flattered with its attractive looks.

DO Frozer 1.6 ltr Single Bottle Wine Chiller – Specification Details

Are you on the lookout for a wine cooler that really doesn’t occupy much of real estate, fits your budget and also has a style factor to it? Then, you might want to take a look at the Danby DWC612BLP Silhouette Series Wine Cooler. It might impress you with its absolute blend of Capacity, Size, Price and Panache. The cooler proves to be a perfect fit for those of you whose collection is kind of outgrowing your counter-tops, but then again there is neither the space or the need for a full-fledged wine cabinet. Check this elegantly designed cooler that offers an impressive 65-bottle storage capacity (with single-tier stacking) and 75-bottle storage capacity (with double-tier stacking). Allow us to take you on a virtual tour of the cooler to help you decide on the same!

Design/Finish

The Danby DWC612BLP is a tastefully-designed wine cooler that comes in a trimmed platinum finish, which blends beautifully with the black cabinet and proves definitely to be an owner’s pride. The cooler is yet another option to wine connoisseurs to cherish their prized collection of wine, particularly with the collection being large, as it can store an impressive 75 bottles at a time. Measuring about 149.4 x 65.2 x 60 cm, it has a gross storage capacity of 11 cu.ft and can be neatly organized across 10 shelves. Talking of shelves, the rack arrangement goes this way: 8 flat Wooden racks that is equipped to hold 6pcs of 750mL bottles, 1 Off-set Wooden Rack that can hold around 5pcs of 750mL bottles, and 1 Layered Wood rack that cradles 6pcs of 750mL bottles with the total capacity being 65 bottles when arranged in single-tier stacking using 10 shelves. Again, if you wish to increase the bottle capacity and get the max out of the cooler, then you are better off eliminating 2 of the flat racks and adjust the middle 4 shelves thereby accommodating 75 bottles using a double-tier stacking. The cabinet is acrylic-enameled and bonderized as per the most modern electrostatic spraying techniques along with high-density polyurethane thermal insulation. There is also a digital thermostat that is responsible for maintaining optimum temperatures in the cooler. The electronic controls of the cooler are programmed to display the internal cabinet temperature along with aiding to set the operating temperature. The unit is capable of displaying temperatures on both Celsius and Fahrenheit scales. Pressing the temperature selector keypad toggles between °F/°C scales.

The blue indicator light adjacent to the corresponding modes gets illuminated indicating the preferred selection. The LED display flashes the set temperature for about 5 seconds before reverting back to the internal cabinet temperature. The Danby DWV612BLP  Wine Cellar boasts of a tempered glass door that is platinum trimmed as well as UV protected safeguarding your collection from harmful UV rays. With the door hinges being reversible, it can be mounted to swing in either direction providing maximum flexibility with choosing an ideal location. Again, the magnetic door closure gasket takes care of sealing the door tight along with retaining the cooling in the interior cabinet. The Beech wood- faced shelves in the black cabinet cradles your collection carefully. A Blue LED Digital Thermostat takes care of precisely setting and displaying the temperature while an interior light showcases your precious vintage. The manufacturer recommends a minimum of 5-inch space between the rear of the cooler and any adjacent walls for the appliance to function at its best. Finally, the cooler comes with a 24 months warranty for parts and labour coverage with in-home service. So, having had a fair idea of the cooler’s design let us move on to know more about its features.

Features:

Interior Light: The interior light in this cooler needs to be operated manually and does not happen by default with opening or closing the door. In order to access the light, press the light keypad located on the electronic control panel. But then watch out! Leaving it on for an extended period of time would tend to increase the internal cabinet temperature. Also worth mentioning would be the tempered glass door together with the interior light allows easy interior visibility. Please note that the appliance uses a standard 25 watts bulb and in event of replacements, it strictly has to be replaced with a bulb that does not exceed the 25 watts rating.

Reversible Door: This Danby DWC612BLP Wine Refrigerator comes with a convenient reversible tinted door swing that can be hinged both right and left as per the user’s discretion. Also, as the tempered door is UV protected, you may rest assured that your precious collection is protected from harmful UV rays. A word of caution here, if you intend taking a vacation or not using the cooler for prolonged periods of time, it would be ideal to leave the door ajar to help with air circulation in the interior cabinet to avoid formation of molds or condensate and also keep it odor-free.

Defrosting: This cooler has been designed with a hassle-free Auto-Cycle defrost system. Meaning, the fresh food compartment’s refrigerated surfaces gets defrosted automatically during the “Off” cycle of the cold control. This defrosted water from the fresh food compartment gets disposed automatically by being channeled onto a drip tray in the compressor and finally gets evaporated by the heat transferred from the compressor.

Electronic Controls: The electronic LED controls of the cooler are front mounted and effectively controls the temperature by turning off the motor by default with any rise or fall in temperatures or with below desired cooling levels. The controls are programmed to display the internal cabinet temperature and set the preferred temperature. While the former is represented by a steady-state (non-flashing LED display) the latter is displayed by a flashing LED display and is programmable using the +/- buttons. NOTE: The desired temperature can be set or adjusted only when the LED is in the flashing mode. The cooler’s temperature may tend to vary based on the quantity stored and frequency of door openings.

Plastic Coated Cantilever Shelves: The wooden racks of this cooler are also odor resistant, rustproof and is removable to aid with easy cleaning. Again it is recommended to not cover the shelves with any aluminum foils or shelf covering materials, which could prevent air circulation inside the cooler.

Magnetic Gasket: The tight fitting gasket of the DWC612BLP keeps the door sealed with the cooling power tightly locked and is devoid of any hooks or latches
Humidity Reservoir: The Humidity reservoir is an exclusive feature on offer in Danby’s upscale Silhouette series, which helps with preserving the moisture in the unit thereby preventing the corks from drying out and maintaining ideal humidity levels (around 60 to 80%) while preserving the wine quality.

Handling Power Failures: Power failures lasting for an hour or two doesn’t really affect the internal temperature of this cooler, but it would ideal to minimize door openings in such a scenario. With power shutdowns for longer duration, take the necessary steps to protect your wine. NOTE: With power being restored, the operating temperature previously set gets erased and needs to be re-programmed.

Recommended Temperatures for Chilling: The following temperature settings are considered ideal for storing your varied collection of precious vintage:

Dry Wines: 9 to 14°C (48.2 to 57.2°F)
Rose Wines: 10°C (50°F)
Red Wines: 13 to 14°C (55.4 to 57.2°F)
Sparkling Wines: 9°C (48.2°F)

Favourable Location: Following these simple instructions by the manufacturer would enhance the cooler’s performance and keep it hassle-free in the long run. Placing the appliance in a strong and leveled floor would avoid vibration, which could disturb the wine residue. Likewise avoiding direct heat or sunlight would be ideal, as it may affect the acrylic coating of the appliance with the heat sources causing increased power consumption. Again, as mentioned above, ensure placing the appliance 5 inches away from the adjacent wall.

Warranty:

Danby offers peace of mind in the form of a 2-year warranty on Parts and Labour, though it has to be noted that installation and/or yearly maintenance are not covered.

Final Words

So to wrap-up, the Danby DWC612BLP sure does attract users with its stylish looks along with taking care of the real estate issue. The wooden finish along with the platinum trim blends well with almost any kitchen decor. Also it proves to be a real fab with its quiet operation along with keeping a tab on the running costs. On the flip side, it comes devoid of an alarm, which we can live with. But then, as it falls under the category of single temperature zone, you might want to take extra care with storing your reds and whites.

Danby DWC612BLP Wine Cooler – Product Specification Table