EuroCave Comfort 101 Wine Cellar

Comments about EuroCave Premier 100 Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

With all that's made of "constant temperature" being the most important element of successful long-term bottle aging, and given EuroCave's reputation as one of the best makers of refrigerated cabinets, I did not expect the 4-5 degree temperature swings that I've been seeing on multiple occasions each day during the two weeks my new cabinet has been operating. I don't know whether these temperature swings are a problem or whether they're to be expected and still constitute "constant temperature." It's disappointing that my only real problem with the unit concerns its most important function. If temperature swings like this are to be expected, it might help if you mentioned that in the product description. If these variations in temperature are within normal limits for "constant temperature," then I don't have any problem with the unit and would recommend it to others.

Comments about EuroCave Comfort 101 Executive Package Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

The unit came with a fixed shelf and 2 adjustable shelves plus 6 extra Main du Sommelier shelves. The plastic cradles with the Sommelier shelves are functional and better than the standard adjustable shelves with bottle cradle notches but I think all beechwood adjustable shelves might be even better. I have 5 adjustable shelves in the unit - tossed the fixed shelf. I store a 500 cc bottle in the bottom with a couple other bottles stacked. I have 65 bottles plus the 500 cc bottle in there. The bottles are mixed sizes - some are Pinot Noir and others standard Cabernet, some longer than standard length too (some Reislings). With the mixed bottle sizes I have it is not possible to get more than 5 shelves in there. Honestly I think you couldn't do more than 6 max. The bottles are 2 rows deep so if you use lots of shelves and/or close spacing between shelves you may have a problem getting to the bottles in the back. The 117 bottle max count can only happen if you stack a lot of bottles and have 1-2 adjustable shelves. Still - to me this is a question of how to set up the shelves optimally. There is a lot of flexibility - changing shelf positions is dead simple. Normally you can expect 70-85 normal sized bottles to fit in this unit. This is a really really quiet and well-performing unit. Temp control within +/- 1.5 degrees from setpoint. Overall for a aspiring enthusiast this is a great first step, and the unit is fine for home or apartment. Don't put it outside a 50-90 degree range though. Its meant for indoor use. A garage without AC in California central valley heat would be a bad idea.

Comments about EuroCave Comfort 101 Executive Package Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

[...]Plugged it in and filled it up (fyi the storage capacity listed is not accurate). Started to note the temp seemed to be varying a little too much. After 3-4 weeks emailed wine enthusiast, and they said they'd someone out (they did). But before he got there i actually decided to try a bottle i had stored in the cooler...when i took it out the bottle was freezing! I placed a thermometer in the unit, and came back 15 mins later. While the Eurocave unit said the temp was 59 deg, it actually was 39 deg!So great, my entire wine collection had been frozen...Of course i unplugged the unit; shortly the repairman showed up, and long story short the unit could not be fixed. I wanted a full refund-how could i trust this company again with my wine collection? [...] i accepted a replacement.[...] it is working as advertised.all i would suggest that is if you do buy any wine cooler, wait a while, and check the internal temp before you load it up with your wine.

Comments about EuroCave Comfort 101 Executive Package Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

Unless one owns a specific size bottle, the claim for 100+ bottles is specious. Mind you, anyone who owns wine knows this, but I think some clarity in the description would be appropriate. It is noted, but anecdotally. I use this to store a nominal amount of my favorite wine in the basement. It cooled down quickly, after the requisite 48 hour acclimation, and maintains a very stable temp. The bonus shelving is a good addition, and makes storage less of a game of Tetris.

One small nit - I would like to be able to see the internal temp without opening the unit.

Comments about EuroCave Comfort 101 Executive Package Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Glass Door):

This is a nice unit from Eurocave. My only complaint would be the main du sommelier shelving that was "upgraded" on my purchase. This shelving, although adjustable, will not fit any bottles that have a high shoulder. It is very hard to fit 12 burgundy style bottles on these shelves as well. Please keep in mind that with shelving, different sized bottles, and the like this unit really only fits about 80-85 bottles tops. Otherwise no complaints. Unit runs fairly quiet and looks nice.

Comments about EuroCave Comfort 101 Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

We have this wine fridge in the corner of the living room. It holds its temperature steady with a variance of no more than +/-3 degrees (F). We've had it for several months now with no incidents or problems.

Note: if you leave it open long enough, you will get condensation along the walls that will go away in a few hours/days. Just make sure not to have the bottles touch the back wall.

Comments about EuroCave Premier 100 Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

Just got my EuroCave Premier delivered on Friday and I love it already, cannot wait to fill it. Like the other reviewer said the worst part is having to wait the 48 hours to plug it in. But after that, I was like a kid in a candy store. What a great product.

Comments about EuroCave Premier 100 Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Solid Door):

Works as advertised. Holds a lot of bottles and keeps them at the specified temperature. Fridge is quiet.

Comments about EuroCave Comfort 101 Executive Package Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Glass Door):

This is my second EuroCave wine refrigerator and it works perfect for storing maybe 70 bottles if you use the adjustable shelves.

Comments about EuroCave Premier 100 Wine Cellar (1-Temp) (Black - Glass Door):

I just received my Eurocave Premier 100 a few days ago. At first, we were concerned our standard 3-prong 120 volt outlets were not sufficient for the Eurocave, but an electrician assured us they were. I ordered the extra shelves, thank god. The 1 sliding shelf it came with is not sufficient. The sliding shelves are very easy to install/adjust. The shelves allow for 2 bottles deep, so there is more room than it looks like. Only issue we have.. it is not quiet when adjusting temps. It makes an annoying mild buzz frequently on and off for periods. Don't put this in a room that you'd like to keep quiet. Overall, we are happy with it so far. I would have liked to buy a performance level, but Eurocaves are so expensive!