Shopping For a Wine Rack - The Four Things You Need to Consider

So you've started a nice wine collection but the bottles are sitting on your counter, taking up valuable space, or hidden on top of your refrigerator. It's time to find a home for your collection, but finding a wine rack that fits your needs, style, and budget can be a long process. With a variety of places to shop for racks online and offline, it can be a tough decision to settle on just one.

Will you be displaying the wine or are you just looking for storage? If you're a wine collector or enthusiast, displaying an older or expensive bottle will require a different rack than someone who buys house brands and just needs a decorative storage unit. Both types of racks can be attractive looking, but a display rack will allow you to show the labels and keep the bottle tilted at an optimal level.When it's time to start your search, consider there factors:How much are you willing to spend on storage? Depending on the quality, material, and size, a rack can cost you anywhere from $20 to well over $100. A handcrafted wood rack displays bottles nicely but can set you back a few hundred dollars, while a modern looking rack can cost between $30-$50. Cheaper versions of racks may fit your budget, but you may have a hard time finding one that suits your taste and home decor. A good rule of thumb is to spend as much -- or more -- on a rack as you would spend on a bottle of wine. Do you regularly buy expensive bottles or is your budget usually less than $20?A foodies delight, these tantalising reds drinks go just as well with salmon as they do with chicken, lamb or roast game - and they're a joy for any wine rack.

How much are you willing to spend on storage? Depending on the quality, material, and size, a rack can cost you anywhere from $20 to well over $100. A handcrafted wood rack displays bottles nicely but can set you back a few hundred dollars, while a modern looking rack can cost between $30-$50. Cheaper versions of racks may fit your budget, but you may have a hard time finding one that suits your taste and home decor. A good rule of thumb is to spend as much -- or more -- on a rack as you would spend on a bottle of wine. Do you regularly buy expensive bottles or is your budget usually less than $20?

Author: Rachel Kuptz