Project Information
This basement wine cellar project is situated within a historic listed building in Norwich. The location demands an exceptional level of expertise and careful installation due to its heritage significance. The expansive underground space was previously unused while the client was spending resources to store their wine collection in a bonded facility. Transforming this area into a functional home wine storage solution was a logical step. The layout involves descending the stairs, proceeding through the corridor, and entering into two spacious interconnected rooms.
The tailor-made European Oak wine cellar in the basement now provides premium storage for an impressive collection of over 5,000 bottles, accommodating various wine racking styles. Collaborating closely with the client, we meticulously designed the space to suit their unique wine collection. This assortment comprises individual bottles as well as cases.
Upon entering the cellar through the renovated, grand cellar door, two distinct wine cellars greet you, each equipped with custom Sorrells racking. The first room is primarily dedicated to storing individual bottles, featuring mostly standard racks with a central row of angled displays that make it easy to identify the bottles stored below. The second room is designed as a space for savouring wine; a central table provides an area for wine tasting, while dedicated displays elegantly present the client’s magnum bottles. For wine cases, a specially crafted wall incorporates soft-close, sliding shelves designed for efficient case storage.
TOTAL STORAGE CAPACITY
– Standard Bottles: Approximately 5,000
– Magnum Bottles: Approximately 78
– Double Magnum: Approximately 8
– Champagne Bottles: Approximately 138
– Magnum Champagne: Approximately 12
In conclusion, this bespoke wine cellar transformation within a historical Norwich building exemplifies meticulous design and functionality, displaying the care we at Sorrells not only take in our projects, but also in their surroundings. The careful preservation of the listed property coupled with the thoughtful layout provides an exceptional space for storing and enjoying a diverse wine collection.