Vinocave Wine Cooler 18 Bottles

Vinocave SC-18AJP 18-Bottle Wine Cooler – The Ideal Home Cellar for Lebanese Wine Enthusiasts Expand your wine storage without sacrificing counter space with the Vinocave SC-18AJP, a stunning 18-bottle thermoelectric wine cooler that offers 50% more capacity than standard compact models while maintaining the same slim 34 cm footprint. Crafted by Vinocave, this single-zone cooler keeps bottles between 10°C and 16°C with zero vibration and whisper-quiet operation, creating genuine cellar conditions wherever you place it. For wine lovers in Beirut, Mount Lebanon, and across Lebanon who want room for a proper rotation of reds, whites, and rosés without committing to a full-size cabinet, the SC-18AJP hits the sweet spot between capacity and convenience. 18 Bottles: The Right Size for a Real Collection Twelve bottles fills up fast. A case of your favourite Bekaa Valley red, a few whites for weeknight dinners, and a couple of special-occasion bottles and you are already out of space. The SC-18AJP gives you the breathing room to maintain a genuine rotation: a mixed case on the lower shelves ageing quietly, a handful of ready-to-drink selections on top, and still enough space for impulse purchases from Batroun boutique wineries or that bottle of Chateau Musar you found on sale. The difference between 12 and 18 bottles sounds small on paper, but in practice it transforms a cooler from a serving appliance into a proper storage solution. Five Beech Wood Shelves The SC-18AJP houses five removable beech wood shelves, each contoured to cradle standard 750 ml Bordeaux bottles in the horizontal position that keeps corks moist and prevents premature oxidation. Beech wood is naturally moisture-resistant and dimensionally stable across temperature changes, making it the perfect material for a cooled environment. The shelves slide out smoothly for easy access and can be repositioned or removed to accommodate taller formats like Champagne, Burgundy, or magnum bottles when your collection demands flexibility. Thermoelectric Cooling: Silent, Steady, Vibration-Free Wine needs stillness to age properly. The SC-18AJP’s Peltier-effect cooling chip eliminates the compressor entirely, which means zero mechanical vibration and near-zero operating noise. Your wines rest in absolute calm while the steady-state cooling maintains your chosen temperature without the temperature swings caused by compressor cycling. At just 70 watts of power consumption, the cooler runs around the clock for pennies a day, a practical advantage for Lebanese households that keep a close eye on energy costs. Place it in your Jounieh living room, your Beirut dining area, or your Tripoli study and forget it is there, until you reach for a perfectly tempered bottle. Single Zone, Full Flexibility The adjustable 10°C to 16°C range covers optimal serving and short-term storage temperatures for virtually every wine style. Set it to 12°C for crisp whites and refreshing rosés, dial up to 15°C or 16°C for full-bodied reds that need a touch of warmth to express their aromatics, or split the difference at 13°C to 14°C for a mixed collection. Lebanese wine culture thrives on variety, from the bold reds of Chateau Kefraya and Domaine des Tourelles to the elegant whites of Ixsir and Château St. Thomas, and the SC-18AJP adapts to whatever you are drinking this week. UV-Protective Mirror Glass Door Ultraviolet light degrades wine by breaking down the organic compounds responsible for aroma, colour, and flavour, a phenomenon winemakers call “lightstrike.” The SC-18AJP’s tempered mirror glass door blocks harmful UV rays while providing a clear view of your collection, letting you browse and select without opening the door and disrupting the internal climate. The mirror finish adds a sleek design element that reflects your space and gives the cooler a premium, gallery-like presence. In an open-plan Beirut apartment or a Mount Lebanon entertaining area, it doubles as a display piece that draws admiring glances. Compact Footprint, Taller Profile The SC-18AJP achieves its extra capacity by growing vertically rather than laterally. At 34 cm wide, 51 cm deep, and 65 cm tall, it occupies the same countertop area as the 12-bottle model but stands taller to accommodate the additional shelves. This makes it ideal for floor placement beside a bar cart, on a low cabinet in a dining room, or on a dedicated wine stand. The freestanding design requires no installation beyond a standard power outlet, and the black cabinet with recessed handle creates a streamlined silhouette that blends into any decor style. Specifications Model: SC-18AJP Brand: Vinocave Type: Thermoelectric Wine Cooler Bottle Capacity: 18 Bottles Temperature Zone: Single Zone Temperature Range: 10°C – 16°C Cooling Technology: Thermoelectric (Peltier) Shelves 5 Removable Beech Wood Door: UV-Protective Mirror Tempered Glass Door Frame: Black PVC Handle: Recessed Design: Freestanding Colour: Black Dimensions (W × D × H) 34 × 51 × 65