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Temperature and humidity
Temperature is a critical and vital factor during the entire life cycle of wine; it determines how well
the wine develops when matured in the bottle. To ensure optimal storage, the temperature must
be kept constant from 8 to 12 °C. Rapid, wide temperature swings must be avoided: when the
temperature is too high, the liquids dilate accelerating the ageing process whereas excessively
low temperatures (below 4 - 5 °C) can cause the precipitation of tartrates; such an imperfection
would impair the pleasant appearance of the wine. In the extreme event that the temperature
drops below 0 °C, the wine would freeze causing the cork to explode.
Humidity is also crucial in optimal wine storage: dry environments cause the cork to shrink
whereas overly damp locations cause mould and harmful microorganisms to form. Humidity must
be kept between 50% - 70%.
The cork
This is an essential part of the bottle: the quality of the cork, selected by the wine-maker, is very
important in the ageing process of the wine itself. The conditions of the cork, including corks in
bottled wine, depend solely on the process and storage standards used by the manufacturer or
bottler.
Starting up the appliance
• To switch the appliance on and adjust the temperature, refer to the product sheet attached.
• For the appliance to work correctly we recommend setting the temperature according to the
indications given in the “Introduction to wine” section.
Note:
The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can
affect internal temperatures. The set temperature must be adjusted based on these factors
Automatic winter function
The SN climate class ensures operation of your Wine Cellar in ambient temperatures between
10°C and 32°C.
The new Automatic winter function ensures correct storage temperature of your wine in rooms with
temperatures from 6°C and above.
This function is activated automatically by an external sensor if the room temperature falls below
10°C. For room temperatures between 6 and 10°C, the internal temperature of the appliance will
be automatically set to an average of 4°C higher than the temperature of the room.
USING THE PRODUCT
