Description
We recommend the VIP196 to any wine lover who is looking for a great looking, multiple use wine cooler/wine cabinet that can be used for long term ageing or for a mixed service/ageing purpose. With an exceptionally wide temperature setting (5-22°C) and the ability to create 6 different temperature zones this is a super-versatile cooler that can keep red, white, sparkling and sweet wines at service temperature or the whole unit can be used for cellaring. This wine cooler can change function as your wine collection expands and matures. The VIP196 can stand alone as a freestanding unit or be built-in to your kitchen with a shadow gap for ventilation.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- 195 Bottle Capacity on 6 solid oak shelves
- Temperature Zones that range between 5-22°C
- Anti-Freeze technology - keeps temperature up in winter
- Double Glazed, UV protected glass door
- Audible & visual alarm to note any temperature fluctuations
- Freestanding
- Reversible door
- Original B energy rating (pre March 21)
- Free Two Year parts and labour warranty included
- Dimensions - H: 1850mm, W: 595mm, D: 595mm
- Complimentary bottle of fine wine
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
To use the wine cooler as a multiple zone wine fridge then set the minimum temperature at the bottom of the cellar and the maximum temperature at the top (between 5-22°C). The gap between these two temperatures is automatically divided to create up to six different temperature zones in the one fridge. If the same temperature is set at the top and the bottom the fridge remains one constant temperature.
We recommend this product to those with a serious collection who need temperature reliability but who also want the versatility of a regular wine fridge. This is a restaurant quality product for home or commercial use.
The VIP196 offers your wine collection perfect protection from all the elements that can age a wine prematurely, with no vibration, stable temperatures and regulated light with a double glazed tempered door with anti-UV protection. The charcoal filter and regulated hygrometry rate ensure a safe environment, the door lock provides a secure one too.
The illustration below shows how the wine cooler can work either with fans turned on or off to either maintain a constant temperature or keep a range of temperatures throughout the wine cooler. The VIP196 comes with four thermometers so you can accurately regulate the temperature of your wines throughout the unit.
The La Sommeliere range is manufactured in Europe and there are a team of UK technicians to support your wine cooler should you need assistance. This product comes with a 2 year warranty.
The Prestige VIP196 is adaptable to your home with reversible door, attachable wheels and adjustable feet. The fridge can operate in an ambient temperature of 10-43°C allowing storage in a garage, cellar or sun-room.
IS LA SOMMELIERE A GOOD BRAND?
Owned by Frio, Europe's largest wine fridge manufacturer, La Sommeliere are their signature brand that can be found throughout Europe, especially France, from wine bars to the individual homes of wine lovers. Their other two brands include Climadiff and Avintage.
With a large R&D budget, Frio are constantly updating their models and have a large range of over 100 wine fridges suitable for multiple purposes from wine maturation to wine service. We consider La Sommeliere to be a mid-premium level brand depending on which series of wine fridge you buy. Their ECellar 185 is one of the very best wine fridges in the world packed with the latest technology and retailing for £4000, whereas their service range fridges start from £500.
As the UK importer and distributor for La Sommeliere, buying direct from CoolerSomm ensures delivery of the very latest models from our warehouse and direct access to the manufacturer for warranty repairs and troubleshooting for complete peace of mind.
WHY WINE LOVERS CHOOSE TO BUY WITH COOLERSOMM
- UK's largest selection of wine fridges with London showroom
- Fast and free delivery - 2 man team - unpack & position
- Rated excellent with a five star Trustpilot score
- Two years warranty & UK servicing team
- Official UK distributor = latest models guaranteed
- Free bottle of fine wine worth £40 for your new fridge
How many bottles will the LA SOMMELIERE VIP196 hold?
This wine fridge/wine cabinet can hold up to 195 Bordeaux style bottles on 6 wooden shelves (including one display shelf).
The best way to optimise space in your wine fridge is to stack the same bottle type (Bordeaux or Burgundy or Alsace for example) on the same shelves.
Can I pay for this wine fridge in instalments?
You can pay in instalments via PayPal who offer credit terms over 6, 12, 24 and 36 months including the first 4 months at 0% interest. If you wish to pay by instalments choose PayPal at check out. You can also pay in full with a debit card, Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Google Pay or PayPal.
Does the LA SOMMELIERE VIP196 come with a manufacturer warranty?
Yes, there is a two year warranty on this wine cooler.
Can I customise this wine fridge to suit my needs?
Use the chat function to speak to us about changes you may want to make to the wine fridge, for example, changing the side the door opens or extending the warranty.
What is the energy rating of this wine cooler?
Pre March 2021 this wine fridge had an energy efficiency rating of "B" but with the changes to the efficiency scale this wine fridge now ranks "G". For more information on these latest energy rating changes to all electrical appliances please see our blog post on energy rating changes for wine coolers .
How do I install this wine cooler?
The La Sommeliere VIP196 is a freestanding wine cabinet but can be built in to a kitchen as long as a gap of 10cm exists above the wine cooler to allow hot air to escape.
Looking for another wine cooler from La Sommeliere?
CoolerSomm carries all the La Sommeliere wine coolers, wine cabinets and wine fridges click the link to view the full range.
DELIVERY INFORMATION
Once an order is placed we will contact you within a few working hours to confirm the order and arrange a delivery date suitable to you. On the date of delivery we will give you a time slot when you can expect delivery and the driver will call one hour before arrival.
UK mainland delivery is free. Delivery costs to the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland depend on the size of the unit. See the delivery costs table below.
| Two Man Carry-In Delivery Service |
Delivery Cost |
| UK Mainland | Free |
| Northern Ireland Under Counter | £54 |
| Northern Ireland Full Size |
£90 |
| Republic of Ireland Under Counter | £55 |
| Republic of Ireland Full Size | £95 |
We provide a professional two-man delivery team who will deliver the wine cooler to the ground floor room of your choice, unpack, place your wine cooler in your desired spot and take the excess wrapping away.
If you need your wine cooler placing in a room either up or down flights of stairs or you can envisage any access issues during delivery please contact us in advance to outline the specifics of your delivery.
Lastly, when signing for delivery, please ensure you are happy with the condition of your purchase before signing for the goods. Click for a full run-down of what to expect on delivery day.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
LA SOMMELIERE PRESTIGE VIP196 Product Features
| Key Features | |
| Standard Warranty | 2 Years - 5 Years available |
| Efficiency Rating | Pre 03/21 - B | Post 03/21 - G |
| Temperature Zones (3) | 5-22°C |
| Dimensions | H: 185cm, W: 59.5cm, D: 59.5cm |
| Bottle Capacity - Shelves mounted (Bordeaux) | 195 |
| Space for large bottles | All Shelves |
| Humidity Range (%) | 55-85 |
| Climate Classification | SN-T |
| Noise Level (dB) | 39 |
| Exterior | |
| Casing | Black Aluminium |
| Glass | Double Glazed - UV Treated |
| Lock | Yes |
| Hinge Side | Right |
| Reversible Door | Yes |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1850 x 595 x 595mm |
| Interior | |
| Temperature zones |
Multiple |
| Lighting | White LED |
| Lighting on/off switch |
Yes |
| Total Shelves | 6 |
| Display Shelves | 0 |
| Number of bottles per shelf | 30 |
| Shelf Material | Solid Oak |
| Key Functions | |
| Optimal Use |
Long Term Storage/Service |
| User Interface | Digital displays |
| Active Carbon Filters |
Yes |
| Vibration Free | Yes |
| Cooling System | Compressor |
| Winter System | Yes |
| Defrost Function | Automatic |
| Acoustic Temperature Alarm | Yes |
| Acoustic Door Alarm | Yes |
| Adjustable Feet | Yes |
| General Information | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding/Built-In |
| Warranty Extension Available | No |
| Transport Weight |
88kg |
| Net Weight |
87kg |
| Power Consumption (kWh/annum) |
175 |
| Voltage | 220-240V |
| Delivery, Unwrap, Install | 2 Man Team - FREE |
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