[hubbahubba]

Catching up on a couple. The Orleto is by Aia Vecchia. It’s definitely an easy drinker. It really isn’t special in any way, but a solid red. Last night we opened the 2019 Chasing Windmills. It’s very nice.

[RickFLM4]

Allegedly, I have 4 bottles of Scarecrow 2021 M. Étain Cabernet Sauvignon being delivered today via Vine Vault refrigerated delivery, which I have never used for delivery before. I say “allegedly” because delivery is supposed to occur between 10 and 1, with a call from the driver in advance of delivery. It is now noon and no call yet, so we’ll see.

[RickFLM4]

A little late but not bad - arrived on the right day.

What does everyone do with the paper wrappers when you get them? I usually throw the paper wrapper away to see the bottle and because I think the wrapped can lead to mold on the labels when stored in the wine fridge.

[hubbahubba]

That's interesting about the mold, and I Googled it. It seems that wine refrigerators, due to humidity and temperature are indeed very susceptible to mold. How do you guys deal with it? Any problems? Best practices?

[RickFLM4]

Originally Posted by hubbahubba

That's interesting about the mold, and I Googled it. It seems that wine refrigerators, due to humidity and temperature are indeed very susceptible to mold. How do you guys deal with it? Any problems? Best practices?

I take the paper off lol.

Knock on wood, I haven’t had an issue (yet) but I also haven’t stored bottles for multiple decades. I think the longest I have stored is about 10 years. I do keep an eye on the humidity level and check each bottle and cellar interior annually when I change the overpriced charcoal filter.

[flybigjet]

Originally Posted by hubbahubba

That's interesting about the mold, and I Googled it. It seems that wine refrigerators, due to humidity and temperature are indeed very susceptible to mold. How do you guys deal with it? Any problems? Best practices?

If you drink it fast enough, it's never a problem.

[hubbahubba]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

I take the paper off lol.

Knock on wood, I haven’t had an issue (yet) but I also haven’t stored bottles for multiple decades. I think the longest I have stored is about 10 years. I do keep an eye on the humidity level and check each bottle and cellar interior annually when I change the overpriced charcoal filter.

Ah, makes sense. I’ve never managed to have the self restraint to get past 5-6 years in the house.

Originally Posted by flybigjet

If you drink it fast enough, it's never a problem.

Problem solved!

[BMWGUYinCO]

Originally Posted by flybigjet

If you drink it fast enough, it's never a problem.

LOL!

But I've never heard of this wine fridge mold issue. We replaced a 36 bottle wine fridge with the one I posted earlier but I've never experienced mold, but then again we're in Colorado which is an arid climate to begin with.

[RickFLM4]

Mayacamas delivery day.

[hubbahubba]

Me and my axr are finally together again. Both of these reds were wines we did barrel tastings of in July. I can’t wait to see what they taste like now. The chard is quite tasty, too. 3 bottles of each.

[hubbahubba]

Out of the blue Mrs H brings home some good stuff. I think I’ll keep her around.

[Lady Jane]

Something new from St-Gilbertus Weinkelleriein in Bernkastle-Kues.

[hubbahubba]

Looking at those fine coolers made me realize I needed one. Said it holds 166 bottles, but I don’t believe it. Also, last night was the Cyrus, tonight the AO Marston Vineyard.

[BMWGUYinCO]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

Mayacamas delivery day.

I just noticed...you have a King Charles Cavalier!

We just got one 5 weeks ago, his name is Luke. Everyone, meet Luke:

[kscarrol]

Sweet cooler hubbahubb but as was pointed out earlier, they're never big enough!


Luke is too cute. Great dogs, used to have two of them, Chloe and Jake.

[RickFLM4]

Originally Posted by BMWGUYinCO

I just noticed...you have a King Charles Cavalier!

We just got one 5 weeks ago, his name is Luke. Everyone, meet Luke:

Congrats on Luke! Beautiful pup. When are you getting a second one?

[BMWGUYinCO]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

Congrats on Luke! Beautiful pup. When are you getting a second one?

We already have another dog, - we have always rescued our puppies but my wife wanted a buddy for our 1.8 year old who is a mixed breed. This time though, it was me who insisted on a KCC.

[BMWGUYinCO]

Originally Posted by hubbahubba

Looking at those fine coolers made me realize I needed one. Said it holds 166 bottles, but I don’t believe it. Also, last night was the Cyrus, tonight the AO Marston Vineyard.

Congratulations - I have the Whynter brand too, albeit the dual zone model which is almost identical to yours.

I researched wine coolers and saw that you could pay upwards for $5K or more but the Whynter model was highly reviewed and let's face it - if I get 5 years out of it before it fails I can buy another and still be cheaper than the hoighty-toighty brand names.

[hubbahubba]

Originally Posted by BMWGUYinCO

Congratulations - I have the Whynter brand too, albeit the dual zone model which is almost identical to yours.

I researched wine coolers and saw that you could pay upwards for $5K or more but the Whynter model was highly reviewed and let's face it - if I get 5 years out of it before it fails I can buy another and still be cheaper than the hoighty-toighty brand names.

Exactly! Found this on Amazon for less than $1500 delivered and set in place. I really couldn’t have found a better deal.

[RickFLM4]

Originally Posted by BMWGUYinCO

Congratulations - I have the Whynter brand too, albeit the dual zone model which is almost identical to yours.

I researched wine coolers and saw that you could pay upwards for $5K or more but the Whynter model was highly reviewed and let's face it - if I get 5 years out of it before it fails I can buy another and still be cheaper than the hoighty-toighty brand names.

When shopping for a wine fridge, it’s a little different than a regular refrigerator. The ability to maintain a consistent temp and humidity level and minimize vibration is important, especially if storing expensive wines for longer periods. I have 3 small to medium EuroCave models, the oldest of which has lasted 20+ years and still maintains a consistent environment for the wine. If something lasted only 5 years I’d be concerned about how well it maintains the wine. (I’m not familiar with Whynter or suggesting there is anything wrong with it just noting the purchase criteria is a different than other refrigerators or appliances because of what it is storing.)

[hubbahubba]

Mrs H scored a deal from one of our distributors. She bought 18 bottles of “The Prisoner- Unshackled” for an average of $9.30/bottle. Normally around $25 at Total Wine, etc. It’s actually pretty decent after some good decanting time! Score!

[BMWGUYinCO]

Originally Posted by hubbahubba

Mrs H scored a deal from one of our distributors. She bought 18 bottles of “The Prisoner- Unshackled” for an average of $9.30/bottle. Normally around $25 at Total Wine, etc. It’s actually pretty decent after some good decanting time! Score!

You gotta fill up the empty spots in your new wine fridge! Nice score.