Stackable Modular Wine Rack

Wine collections tend to grow without a plan. A few bottles become a dozen, then a case or two, and before long they are stacked in cardboard boxes in a closet or a basement where labels are hidden and bottles stand upright. That is no way to store wine you care about, and it is no way to enjoy a collection either.

The Stackable Modular Wine Rack gives a collection a proper home. It is made from solid wood tiers that stack together, holding 48 or 72 bottles on their sides with the labels facing out. The corks stay wet, every bottle is visible, and the rack looks at home in a dining room, a kitchen or a cellar.

What makes the modular rack stand out

The stacking design is the first advantage. The tiers stack, so the rack goes together in layers rather than as one fixed frame. That makes it simpler to carry into a room and build in place, and it gives the rack a clean, grid like look once it is filled.

The capacity is the second. The 48 bottle rack suits a growing collection, while the 8 tier 72 bottle rack holds enough for a serious home cellar. Both keep bottles on their sides, which keeps the corks wet and the wine in good condition.

The solid wood is the third. A natural finish gives the rack warmth, and the grain and tone vary from piece to piece, so it reads as furniture rather than storage. The wood construction keeps bottles secure and the open design keeps labels visible.

Finally, the shallow depth makes it easy to place. Both sizes are only 9.8 inches deep, so the rack stands against a wall without jutting into the room.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Dining rooms. A wall of wine beside the table.
• Kitchens. Bottles within reach of the cooking area, away from the oven.
• Basements and cellars. Organized storage for a larger collection.
• Home bars. A feature wall of bottles behind the bar.
• Living rooms. A warm wood piece in an alcove.

The natural wood suits farmhouse, rustic and warm modern rooms. Filled with bottles, the rack becomes a feature in its own right, especially under soft lighting.

In a dining room, a rack against the wall makes choosing a bottle part of the evening, with every label easy to read.

In a cellar or basement, the grid of bottles makes it easy to see what you have and what needs drinking soon.

Choosing the size and placement

The 48 bottle rack is 30 inches wide, 9.8 inches deep and 30.5 inches high. The 8 tier 72 bottle rack is 33.5 inches wide, 9.8 inches deep and 40.4 inches high. Measure the wall where it will stand, including the height under any window or shelf.

Setting it up well matters:

• Stand it on a level floor against a wall.
• Build it up from the bottom tier.
• Lay bottles in on their sides with the labels facing out.
• Fill the lower tiers first to keep it steady.

Location affects the wine as much as the rack. Keep it out of direct sun and away from a radiator, since heat is what ruins stored wine. A cool, dark wall is ideal.

Care is simple. Wipe the rack with a soft, dry cloth, and keep it away from damp and direct sunlight, which helps the wood keep its finish.

Organize the bottles as you fill it. Grouping by type or region, and keeping bottles to open soon at eye level, makes the rack easy to use every day.

A rack of this size also changes how a collection feels. Instead of boxes to dig through, bottles sit in neat rows that invite you to browse, which makes choosing a bottle part of the pleasure.

For entertaining, keep a few bottles to open soon at eye level and let guests see the range, which turns the rack into a talking point as well as storage.

Label cards on the front edge of each tier, with the region or the year, help when the rack is full and make it quicker to find the bottle you want.

Pairing it with other pieces

A wine rack looks best with good light and a place to serve. A sideboard with glasses, a wooden board and a candle nearby turns the rack into the heart of a hosting corner. Soft wall lighting brings out the warmth of the wood and the color of the bottles.

Browse the display racks collection for more storage and display pieces, or the wall sconces collection for soft light above the rack.

When building the rack, take your time with the first tier. A square, level start keeps every tier above it straight and the bottles sitting evenly.

Check the rack now and then as you add bottles, making sure it still stands level and firm against the wall.

Is the modular wine rack right for your space?

This rack is a strong fit if you:

• Have a growing collection of 48 or 72 bottles.
• Want bottles stored on their sides with labels visible.
• Like the warmth of solid wood.
• Have a cool wall with a level floor.

It may not be the right choice if you only keep a few bottles or have no suitable wall. A small countertop rack will suit that better.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about sizes are answered at info@norafurnish.com.