Elegant custom wine racks designed for a 4,000-bottle cellar in Emerald Bay, CA—where form meets function in a stunning display crafted by Cachet Wine Cellars.
In the quiet, upscale community of Emerald Bay, California, custom wine racks are designed to house over 4,000 bottles. This lovely residential space boasts a truly special space, tucked behind a sleek glass door.
The homeowner contacted the Cachet Wine Cellars team regarding wine storage. This also signifies honoring every label, every vintage, and the passion that went into collecting them.
This traditional wine cellar seamlessly combines beauty, functionality, and craftsmanship, transforming a simple storage area into a stunning centerpiece. It is designed and built by the expert team at Cachet Wine Cellars.
Keep reading to learn more about these timeless custom wine racks!
Custom Wine Racks that Started with a Vision
The homeowners weren’t just looking for storage. They wanted a place that felt like an extension of their lifestyle, like a space to showcase their collection, host tastings, and simply enjoy the experience of wine.
Cachet Wine Cellars helped them make that happen. Together, they reimagined an underutilized room and transformed it into a one-of-a-kind cellar filled with character and clever design details. Continue reading to find out more about these captivating custom wine racks!
Crafted from high-quality alderwood and finished in a warm, wheat-toned finish, these wine racks blend elegance with functionality. The custom layout allows for a personalized configuration that reflects the homeowner’s unique collection and style.
Custom Wine Racks That Do More Than Hold Bottles
What makes this cellar stand out? The custom wine racks and not just because they’re beautifully made. These racks were designed to store a massive collection while keeping everything organized and easily accessible.
The centerpiece of this Emerald Bay custom wine cellar is its custom wine racks, built to store an impressive 750 bottles in a double-deep layout. This design holds two bottles in each slot, maximizing space while creating a balanced, gallery-like display. The cork-forward style keeps every label visible, making it easy to choose a bottle while also protecting the wine’s quality.
Warm alderwood countertops, stained in a wheat tone and finished with a glossy seal, add richness and bring out the wood’s natural grain.
“We selected premium hardwood for these custom wine racks, not just for strength, but for the warmth it adds to the cellar. It gives the space a timeless, welcoming feel.” Alex Madison, the Lead Designer at Cachet Wine Cellars, said.
Below the racks, open lattice shelves can hold up to 24 wine cases, allowing air to flow freely around them. Classic diamond bins sit nearby, offering both visual charm and flexible storage for different vintages.
At the center of the room stands a custom wine island. It’s designed for both display and function, with room for standard bottles and horizontal presentation rows. The island also creates a perfect space for decanting, tasting, or sharing wine with guests, making the cellar as inviting as it is impressive.
Lighting That Sets the Mood Just Right
Lighting can make or break a wine cellar, and this one gets it just right. Instead of harsh overhead lights, the team used soft, layered lighting to bring out the warmth of the wood and the glow of the bottles.
An LED panel built into the wall creates a gentle backlight that highlights every detail without overwhelming the space. One of the standout features is a softly lit arch in the center of the room, which adds just the right amount of drama while still feeling cozy and welcoming.
Flooring That Tells Its Own Story for Traditional Wine Cellars
Elegant wooden custom wine racks designed to store and showcase your wine collection with style and care
One of the coolest details in this wine cellar is the floor. It is made from reclaimed wine barrels. These are actual oak barrels that once aged wine in real wineries. Some planks still retain the original stamps and markings.
Even the wine cellar flooring has a story to tell. Our team at Cachet Wine Cellars crafted it from cooperage wine barrel wood, a rare choice that shows the homeowner’s love for authenticity and tradition. This type of flooring comes from reclaimed oak wine barrels, each one once used to age fine wines.
What makes it special are the original stamps and markings from the coopers, the skilled craftsmen who made the barrels. These markings add history and character to the space, celebrating the winemaking journey from grape to glass.
The curved shapes of the staves, the rich patina of the wood, and even the subtle scent of oak create a unique experience that standard flooring can’t match. The rustic beauty of the cooperage wood pairs perfectly with alderwood finishes and soft lighting, giving the room a warm and timeless charm.
Climate Control That Works Quietly for Custom Wine Racks
A traditional wine cellar like this needs the right conditions to keep the wine in top shape. That’s why a ducted split cooling system was installed, one that quietly keeps the temperature and humidity exactly where they need to be.
These custom wine racks in Emerald Bay are paired with a ducted split cooling system, chosen for its quiet, reliable, and hidden design. This wine cellar refrigeration system keeps the cellar at a steady 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit, the perfect range for storing wine. It also controls humidity to prevent corks from drying out and labels from peeling.
Our team installed a thick insulation in the walls helps keep the temperature stable, even during hot Texas summers. With a strong 20,000 BTU capacity, the cooling system offers powerful, professional-level performance. Because it’s hidden from sight, it maintains the clean, elegant look of the cellar while ensuring every bottle stays in perfect condition.
It’s hidden from view, so it doesn’t interrupt the room’s clean look, but it works around the clock to protect the collection. With high-performance insulation in the walls, this space stays steady even during California’s warmest months.
A Modern Glass Door That Completes the Look
The traditional wine cellar is sealed off with a sleek, frameless glass door. Not only does it help maintain the perfect climate, but it also provides a clear view of the room and the beautiful wine racks within. It’s a subtle touch that adds a bit of modern flair to the classic design.
Why the Cachet Wine Cellars Team Is Perfectly Suited to Build Your Wine Room
This project demonstrates that with the right team and solid design preferences, any space can be transformed into something extraordinary. Whether you’re building a new home or upgrading an existing one, custom wine racks can turn a simple room into your favorite place in the house.
Cachet Wine Cellars has helped homeowners across California bring their custom wine cellar dreams to life, and they’d love to help you do the same.
Browse Through This Gallery of Stunning and Timeless Custom Wine Racks:
Let’s Bring Your Ideal Custom Wine Racks to Life!
Call +1 (949) 569 7857 and let our Cachet Wine Cellars experts help you!
If you’re dreaming of a space that celebrates your wine collection with elegance, craftsmanship, and innovation, Cachet Wine Cellars is ready to bring that vision to life. Whether you’re starting from scratch or transforming an existing room, our team specializes in designing and building fully customized wine storage solutions that match your lifestyle and taste.
From handcrafted custom wine racks to professional-grade cooling systems and lighting that sets the perfect mood, we turn everyday spaces into unforgettable wine rooms. Serving discerning homeowners, designers, and collectors across California, we deliver quality that lasts—and design that inspires.
Whether you reside near Alison Viejo, Coto de Caza, Rancho Santa Margarita, Newport Beach, or Laguna Hills, Cachet Wine Cellars experts are always ready to help!
Call +1 (949) 569 7857 today to schedule your consultation and start your custom wine cellar project with us!