SWISSCAVE Storage Guide

What happens to wine when its temperature is raising to ambient temperature, eg. because of moving to another flat, or because the wine cooler isn’t functioning and takes time to repair?

More and more people are discovering the diverse world of wine. But how should you enjoy wine? What makes the crucial difference between a beginner and a wine connoisseur? Are there any rules that a real expert should follow? Or is it all just a matter of personal taste?

When Is It Worth Investing in a Premium Wine Fridge?

A passion for wine often begins casually — with a good bottle over dinner, a gift from friends, or a special find during a holiday. But over time, not only does the interest grow, so does the personal collection. Sooner or later, many wine enthusiasts find themselves asking: When is the right time to invest in a high-quality wine fridge?

The term sommelier comes from the French-speaking area and means "wine waiter". In restaurants, the sommelier's job is to buy the wines, to store the stocks properly and to train the staff and trainees in the field of oenology.

Why should your wine climate cabinets be equipped with carbon filters? When storing your premium wines, every detail matters. One crucial aspect is ensuring that the air inside the

wine climate cabinet remains highly pure. This is why we equip all our SWISSCAVE wine climate cabinets with carbon filters.

Viele Menschen reagieren auf Wein mit Beschwerden – von Kopfschmerzen und Flush bis zu Magen-Darm-Problemen oder verstopfter Nase. Nicht immer steckt eine „Allergie“ dahinter. Häufiger handelt es sich um eine Unverträglichkeit bestimmter Inhaltsstoffe oder um die Reaktion auf Alkohol selbst. Dieser Überblick erklärt die Unterschiede, die wichtigsten Auslöser und praktische Strategien, um Wein wieder genussvoller zu erleben.

Cigars are more than indulgence – they are culture, craftsmanship, and ritual. And just like any precious good, they require the right environment to shine. Your SWISSCAVE humidor provides the foundation – but true climate perfection depends on its surroundings.

Here’s how to get the very best from your humidor – and let your cigars age and flourish exactly as intended: flawlessly.

For effective wine storage, it always comes down to correct temperature. Wine, red and white, should be stored at 10 – 14°C. This allows wine the optimal opportunity to mature and develop. Optimum temperature for immediate enjoyment: white wine should not be kept cooler than 7-8°C and depending on the type of red wine not warmer than 17°C.

Many people experience unpleasant reactions after drinking wine — from headaches and facial flushing to digestive discomfort or a blocked nose. But a true “wine allergy” is rare. In most cases, the symptoms are caused by an intolerance to certain ingredients in the wine or a sensitivity to alcohol itself.

This guide explains the key differences between allergy and intolerance, the most common triggers such as sulfites, histamines, or tannins, and shares practical tips to enjoy wine again — without discomfort.

We all know the wine cellars and stores of certain wine producers. Barrels and bottles are placed in vaults, cellars or even caves ranging from the damp to the dripping wet. The air in such an environment is frequently of up to 90% humidity. It is not unlikely that you can find mold on the walls, the corners and on the bottles.