Vinotemp VT-BORDEAUX1 Owner's Manual page 27

PORTOFINO
THERMOELECTRIC FURNITURE CELLARS
are the perfect combination of function and style. The various designs work in
many decors and provide effective and attractive wine storage. The Portofino
series has a temperature range of 50-65 degrees and provides service and
storage for all varieties of wine. Optimal temperature levels and performance of
these units depends on proper care, placement and ambient temperature.
Thermoelectric cooling is eco friendly, virtually silent, emits no gaseous
refrigerant and is energy efficient.
We hope you enjoy your new wine cellar.
SERVING WINES
Storing wines at the proper temperature is important. To preserve them as long
as possible generally wine should be stored at 55 ° Fahrenheit. However, the
chart below suggests the optimal drinking temperature for the different styles
of wine.
19
t8
17
15
14
13
12
1I
10
9
8
7
66 Armagnac, Brandy, Cognac
64.5 Full Bodied Red wines, Shiraz
62 Tawny Port
59 Medium Bodied Red Wines
57 Amontillado Sherry
55.5 Light Bodied Red Wines
53.5 Full Bodied White Wines
52 Medium Bodied White Wines
50 Ros6, Light Bodied White Wines
48 Vintage Sparkling
53.5 Fino Sherry
44.5 Non Vintage Sparkling