Before you go out and purchase that Sunpentown wine cooler you’ve been eyeing, make sure it is what you really want. Often collectors try to save money by purchasing smaller capacity coolers, only to find that their collections double or triple in size quickly. Think about your collection and how much space you really need. Also consider the space you will store it in--a kitchen, a basement, or a living room, perhaps--and whether you need a perfectly quiet model or one that must fit with your decor.

Styles, Designs, and Additional Features

No matter what your taste or lifestyle, there is a wine cooler to fit your needs. You will find everything from the least expensive refrigerators to luxury wine cellars that fit a sophisticated luxury lifestyle and design choices. Extra features you might want to take advantage of are custom racks, interior lighting, monochromatic color schemes, and dual temperature zones.

Know whether the unit will fit through your doors for delivery and whether your floor will support its weight. If you live in an open floor plan or an old building subject to vibration, purchase a model that controls vibration. Too much can ruin your wine. Also check with your retailer to find out about delivery costs. Large, heavy units can be surprisingly expensive to ship.

Finally, remember to fully inspect the manufacturer’s claims about capacity. With racks in place, some models actually hold fewer bottles than the capacity states. If your collection includes bottles that are larger or smaller than standard, that will also affect your wine cooler’s capacity.