First-class wine storage

With the growing appreciation for wine, our clients have long requested wine storage solutions that uphold the same meticulous quality and thoughtful details they already associate with the uno form range. It was therefore a natural step to introduce a collection dedicated to wine, spanning everything from a fully fitted walk-in wine cellar to stylish in-kitchen wine storage.

Rooted in uno form’s signature cabinet framework, the collection allows open wine racks to be seamlessly paired with cabinets from the Classic, Copenhagen, and Avantgarde design lines. The result is a truly personal expression – a space that speaks to the wine lover’s passion while maintaining a harmonious dialogue with the kitchen and reflecting the refined sophistication of our exclusive Wardrobe Collection.

With the new Wine Collection, we present a bespoke solution for wine storage, meticulously tailored to every requirement – whether a discreet wine nook beneath the stairs or an expansive walk-in cellar housing thousands of bottles.

At the heart of the collection lies an ingenious modular system, allowing limitless configuration. Combine classic cross-shaped racks, each accommodating up to 40 bottles, with bespoke linear displays to present your most treasured vintages with distinction.

Integrated lighting enhances both horizontal and angled shelves, casting a soft, atmospheric glow that elevates the presentation of every bottle.

Open wine storage can also be effortlessly paired with premium appliances from Gaggenau or Miele, as well as drawers and cabinets from the Classic, Copenhagen, and Avantgarde collections. This versatility enables the integration of a sink or preparation area within the wine room. Above the work surface, additional shelving can be added, complete with hanging space for your wine glasses, ensuring both elegance and practicality throughout the cellar.

Each wine room is custom-made, with wood serving as the principal material. Recent advances in large-format ceramic panels, however, have allowed us to introduce entirely unique design expressions as part of the composition.

Accents of precious metals, such as a polished brass or copper work surface, complete the composition, transforming each wine room into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, where craftsmanship and artistry converge.

Wine is a living art, and how it is stored shapes its journey. For bottles destined to age gracefully over many years, the ideal sanctuary is a steady 12–14°C.

Many of my clients choose 14–17°C, a range that also offers red wines at their most elegant serving temperature. Here, the alcohol recedes, allowing the fruit and subtle aromas to take centre stage.

Time itself is guided by temperature: too warm, and the wine matures too quickly, its tannins and structure evolving differently from what the winemaker intended. A bottle stored atop kitchen cabinets at 22–24°C may survive two or three years, but rarely the decade or more that patience and proper conditions can bring.

In the careful balance of climate, one finds the essence of wine’s magic – a slow unfolding of flavour, texture, and character, preserved for those who wait.

Wine is a delicate treasure, and even the gentlest sunlight can alter its journey. Direct rays are among the greatest threats to a bottle’s integrity, slowly changing its character and diminishing its potential.

For wine rooms bathed in natural light, consider protective window films or other subtle shading. In safeguarding your collection, you preserve not just the wine, but the promise of the extraordinary tasting experiences that await.

For wines destined to age gracefully over many years, humidity is an important consideration. Each bottle naturally maintains a high level of internal moisture, so unless the wine is stored in an unusually dry environment, the risk of corks drying out is minimal.

With a high-quality cork, recent research shows that it makes little difference whether a bottle rests upright, tilted, or lying down.

And when it comes to closures, the use of cork is steeped in centuries of tradition. Some of the world’s most prestigious champagnes spend decades maturing under a seal resembling a simple bottle cap. Choosing cork or screwcap is often a matter of personal preference rather than an indicator of quality.

From the winemaker’s perspective, the matter is more nuanced. The choice of closure reflects the message a house wishes to convey, but the quality of the cork also influences the wine’s long-term evolution. The higher the standard of the cork, the less variation there will be among bottles, ensuring a consistently exceptional tasting experience.

The Gaggenau Expressive wine cabinets allow your collection to be stored across three distinct temperature zones, two of which feature automatic climate control – an ideal solution for serving wine straight from the cabinet. Your whites are always perfectly chilled to around 10°C, rosés at approximately 12°C, and reds at a refined 14°C, ready when you are.

Independent climate zones ensure stable temperatures, while active carbon filters in each zone maintain pristine air quality. Oak bottle racks pay homage to the heritage of winemaking, while the deeper tones of stainless steel and solid anthracite aluminium provide an elegant frame for your wines.