Description
The ideal wine cabinet for the wine collector with a large collection of wine to mature over the years. The CTV249 comes from La Sommeliere's 'Traditional' range and was created to most accurately reflect the conditions in a chateau cellar. With a winter system this fridge can be placed in a garage. The door can also be reversed if needed. Recently re-engineered in 2024 the CTV249 now operates at just 37dB and the energy efficiency has also been improved from the prior model by over 20%.
This large wine cabinet is programmable between 5-20°C and can cellar up to 248 bottles and is one of our best priced to bottle ratio wine cabinets allowing for a large number of bottles to be cellared for the money. The CTV249 benefits from the latest La Sommeliere cooling and maturation technology. You can rest assured your wine is safe against any elements that would damage your wine including UV light, vibration, temperature fluctuations, humidity and, thanks to the carbon filter, the air is kept fresh and clean in the wine fridge.
As a La Sommeliere stockist all our wine fridges are brand new direct from the manufacturer with a two year warranty plus a complimentary bottle of fine wine to add to your growing collection.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Maturation - Freestanding cabinet for maturing wine
- 248 Bottle Capacity on 6 wire shelves
- Single Temperature Zone programmable between 5-20°C
- UV protected glass door
- 6 fixed metal shelves - wooden front
- Automatic humidity management: 55-85%
- Audible & visual alarm to note any temperature fluctuations
- Freestanding only - ageing focused
- Winter function
- Anti-vibration system
- Lighting on/off function
- Child lock
- Charcoal filter
- Reversible door
- 37 dB - quiet running
- Original A energy rating (pre March 21)
- Free Two Year parts and labour warranty included
- Dimensions - H: 1830mm, W: 595mm, D: 675mm
- Complimentary bottle of fine wine
ACCURATELY HELD TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY
Excellent at maturing fine wine, the air within the wine cabinet is cool and pure thanks to the constant programmable temperature control and the active charcoal filter. The anti-vibration technology ensures the sediment remains undisturbed in the bottle. The regulated hygrometry ensures the correct humidity so as to not dry out any corks.
The single temperature zone can be programmed between 5-20°C. This allows for long term storage of a range of different wines from finest Claret to white Burgundy at 12°C or a controlled temperature of your choice for a specific type of wine.
WINE STORAGE SECURITY
The wine cabinet is fitted with an audio and visual alarm to alert for any temperature fluctuations as well as UV protected glass to protect your wine from sunlight.
The CTV249 benefits from a two year parts and labour manufacturer warranty.
The La Sommeliere range is manufactured in Europe and there are a team of UK technicians to support your wine cabinet should you need assistance.
ADAPTABILITY TO YOUR HOME
The CTV249 is adaptable to your home with reversible door, attachable wheels and adjustable feet and with a winter system, can be placed anywhere internal including garages and outbuildings.
At just 37dB and energy efficient, even if the CTV249 is inside the living room, it will operate effectively and quietly.
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. We also wont be beaten on price so speak to us via live chat for trade/new customer special pricing.
PROS AND CONS - COOLERSOMM'S OPINION
The CTV249 from La Sommeliere offers a large capacity for £1500 together with a premium and trusted brand name in La Sommeliere. This model suits those with a large number of wines to mature over the long term and can be placed in the home, garage or outbuildings thanks to the winter system. Wine maturation is the focus of this cellar with a charcoal filter for air purity and tightly held temperature zones.
Aesthetically attractive and upgraded in 2024 to be even quieter at 37dB and energy efficient too, this wine cellar is efficient to run as well as economical to buy. A key benefit is the door reversal ability which is rare in big wine cabinets.
A drawback of this model is that it doesn't have a lock which you may need in a commercial setting or around young children.
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 CTV249 hold?
This wine cabinet can hold up to 248 Bordeaux style bottles on 6 wire shelves.
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 CTV249 come with a manufacturer warranty?
Yes, there is a two year warranty on this wine cooler which can be extended to five years for an extended warranty fee of around £100. If you want to extend the warranty, chat to us before you buy using the chat option on the page.
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 cabinet?
Pre March 2021 this wine fridge had an energy efficiency rating of "A" 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 cabinet?
The La Sommeliere CTV249 is a freestanding wine cabinet and for best use should have free space around it of around 5-10 inches to ensure proper ventilation. This product should not be built in or integrated into any casing or shelving.
**Supplied with an EU plug and an adaptor
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
Delivery to mainland UK is free with two man carry in, unpack & position, Delivery times are typically within 1-3 days. However, customers can defer delivery for several weeks if they prefer to receive the fridge at a later date. Next day delivery is also available on selected models.
Our logistics team will be in contact shortly after an order is placed via email to offer delivery dates. On the day of delivery you will receive an ETA and the driver will call ahead.
Delivery to Europe is kerbside and takes around 7-10 working days, costs are quoted at check out.
Delivery costs are outlined below:
| Two Man Carry-In Delivery Service | Delivery Cost |
| UK Mainland - Over £750 | Free |
| UK Mainland - Under £750 | £29 |
| 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 fridge to the ground floor room of your choice, unpack, place your wine cooler in your desired spot and take the excess wrapping away for you.
If the wine fridge needs to be taken up or down any flights of stairs, delivery is still usually free unless a site survey or additional man needs to be present for particularly narrow or turning stairs. Contact us either before or after placing your order to discuss any obstructed deliveries.
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 CTV249 Product Features
| Key Features | |
| Standard Warranty | 2 Years - 5 Years available |
| Efficiency Rating | Pre 03/21 - A | Post 03/21 - G |
| Temperature Zones (1) | 5-20°C |
| Dimensions | H: 183cm, W: 59.5cm, D: 67.5cm |
| Bottle Capacity - Shelves mounted (Bordeaux) | 248 |
| Space for large bottles | All Shelves |
| Humidity Range (%) | 50-80 |
| Climate Classification | N |
| Noise Level (dB) | 37 |
| Exterior | |
| Casing | Black Coated Steel |
| Door | UV protected glass door |
| Lock | No |
| Hinge Side | Right |
| Reversible Door | Yes |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1830 x 595 x 675 mm |
| Interior | |
| Temperature zones | 1 |
| Lighting | White LED |
| Lighting on/off switch | Yes |
| Total Shelves | 6 |
| Display Shelves | 0 |
| Number of bottles per shelf | 44 |
| Shelf Material | Metal wire with wood edging |
| Key Functions | |
| Optimal Use | Long Term Storage |
| User Interface | Digital display |
| Vibration Free | Yes |
| Cooling System | Direct Cooling |
| Defrost Function | Automatic |
| Acoustic Temperature Alarm | Yes |
| Acoustic Door Alarm | Yes |
| Adjustable Feet | Yes |
| General Information | |
| Installation Type | Wine Cabinet |
| Warranty Extension Available | No |
| Transport Weight | 86kg |
| Net Weight | 76kg |
| Power Consumption (kWh/annum) | 195 |
| Voltage | 220-240V |
| Delivery, Unwrap, Install | 2 Man Team - FREE |
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