Description
This 88 cm tall built-in wine fridge is designed as a seamless extension of modern kitchen cabinetry, offering a discreet yet refined way to integrate wine storage into culinary spaces. Its built-in niche compatibility ensures a flush, premium look alongside high-end appliances, while the frameless, fully double glazed UV-resistant glass door protects your collection from harmful light. Inside, five full-extension Sapele wood (Mahogany) shelves provide both durability and elegance, allowing easy access and an upscale presentation. The adjustable multi-color ambient lighting (white, blue, amber) enhances visibility and atmosphere, making it equally suited for display and daily use.
Performance is engineered for precision and quiet efficiency. The fridge features dual temperature zones (5°C–20°C each), enabling optimal storage for different wine types simultaneously. A combined fan and convection cooling system with low-noise technology (40 dB) ensures consistent conditions without disturbance. With space for up to 40 bottles, it balances compact design with practical capacity. Additional highlights include active carbon filtration for air quality, automatic defrost, and a temperature memory function to safeguard settings during power interruptions. Backed by a 5-year warranty, it delivers reliability alongside sophisticated design.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- 40 Bottle Capacity with space for either Bordeaux or Burgundy bottles
- Built-In and Integrated installation
- Fits a 88cm high aperture - Installation Drawing
- Premium Sapele wood full-extension shelves (Mahogany)
- Dual Temperature Zones that can be set between 5-20°C
- Double Glazed, UV Protected door under lock and key
- Winter Function - protection against ambient temperature dips
- Audible & Visible alarm to note any temperature fluctuations
- Original A Energy Rating Pre March 21
- Automatic humidity management
- Rotation LED lights with blue/amber/white settings
- Annual running cost - £27.84 per annum
- Premium Two Man Delivery - 1-3 working days
- Dimensions - H: 877mm, W: 595mm, D: 558mm
- 5 Year Warranty on all Premium/Kitchen models included
PREMIUM EDITION - KITCHEN LINE
The Swisscave WIB-88DF dual-zone wine cooler is designed for wine enthusiasts, boasts an array of features for luxurious wine storage. It includes easy-to-reach mahogany sliding shelves that can accommodate a variety of bottles, a carbon filter to eliminate unpleasant odours, a vibration-free compressor, humidity control, and a UV-protected door for optimal wine aging and serving temperature.
Not only is it energy-efficient, but it also operates quietly, making it a seamless yet stylish addition to any contemporary kitchen design. With the option to use it as a built-in or integrated unit, the WIB-88DF offers flexible placement possibilities.
IS SWISSCAVE A GOOD BRAND?
Based in the town of Pfäffikon, around 30km south east of Zurich, Swisscave have been manufacturing premium wine fridges for over a decade and have a growing reputation amongst fine wine collectors for wine storage and maturation.
Now with five years full warranty on their premium and kitchen edition range, the Swisscave range boast high build quality, good energy efficiency and quiet running.
The easy sliding, durable shelving is a key feature at Swisscave with their premium edition fridges boasting MIX shelving allowing a good range of bottle varieties to nestle on the shelves. All the Swisscave wine fridges come with carbon filters as these are not only wine fridges but also operate as maturing fridges and most come with winter systems, even the undercounter models.
As a direct UK partner of Swisscave, purchasing your wine fridge with CoolerSomm ensures the latest models, boxed, directly from the manufacturer. The Swisscave brand is on display at our Wandsworth wine fridge store.
PROS AND CONS - COOLERSOMM'S OPINION
The Swisscave WIB-88DF boasts a dual-zone temperature design, perfect for storing a variety of wines. Its sleek appearance includes refined metal accents and double-glazed glass, providing style and protection for your wine. The low-vibration compressor, situated on rubber mounts, minimises sediment disruption, preserving wine quality.
Choose from blue, white, or warm white lighting to create the perfect display while humidity control keeps corks moist, essential for long-term storage. With a clean handle, this unit also comes available in Panel Ready and Touch-To-Open, this fridge is both discreet and attractive. Ideal for storage or service, or a zone dedicated to both, this is one of the most attractive integrated wine fridges on the market.
FIVE REASONS WINE LOVERS CHOOSE COOLERSOMM
- London Showroom with Swisscave on view
- Fast & Free Delivery - Two man carry in & install
- Five Star Trustpilot Customer Reviews
- Exclusive UK Distributor = Latest Swisscave Models
- UK Warranty & Servicing Team for Swisscave
How many bottles will the SWISSCAVE WIB-88DF hold?
The wine fridge will has a bottle capacity of 40 (Bordeaux shape, all shelves inserted). Other bottle shapes will fit but decrease the overall capacity.
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 SWISSCAVE WIB-88DF come with a manufacturer warranty?
Yes, there is a five year call out, service, repair, replacement, parts and labour warranty on this wine cooler as standard.
What is the energy rating of this wine cooler?
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 cooler?
The WIB-88DF is an integrated wine fridge - Installation Guide
Looking for another wine cooler from Swisscave?
CoolerSomm provides all the Swisscave wine fridges, simply click the link to view the full range.
DELIVERY INFORMATION
Once an order is placed we will contact you immediately to confirm the order and then within a few working hours you'll receive the delivery survey from our logistics partner allowing you to pick an expedited (1-3 working days) delivery date. If you need delivery later than 1-3 days we can hold the unit until a suitable date for up to three months.
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
SWISSCAVE WIB-88DF Product Features
| Key Features | |
| Standard Warranty | 5 Years |
| Efficiency Rating | Pre 03/21 - A | Post 03/21 - G |
| Temperature Zones (2) | 5-20°C |
| Dimensions | H: 87.7cm, W: 59.5cm, D: 55.8cm |
| Bottle Capacity | 40 |
| Space for large bottles | Bottom Shelves |
| Humidity Range (%) | 50-70 |
| Climate Classification | SN-T |
| Maximum temperature difference | 2°C |
| Noise Level (dB) | 40dB(A) |
| Exterior | |
| Casing | Black PUR |
| Glass | Double glazed, UV resistant, gas filled |
| Door Frame | Black anodised, brushed aluminium |
| Door Handle | Push2Open, Handle, or Panel Ready |
| Lock | Yes |
| Hinge Side | Right |
| Reversible Door | Yes |
| Interior | |
| Temperature zones |
2 |
| Lighting | Amber/Blue/White |
| Lighting on/off switch |
Yes |
| Total Shelves | 14 |
| Display Shelves | 0 |
| Number of bottles per shelf | |
| Shelf Material | Mahogany (Sapele) wood |
| Telescopic Shelves | Yes (80% extension) |
| Inside Casing | Black PUR |
| Key Functions | |
| Optimal Use |
Tempering and storing |
| User Interface | 2 digital displays |
| Active Carbon Filters |
Yes |
| Compressor | Embraco Fullmotion |
| Coolant |
R600A |
| Vibration Free | Yes |
| Cooling System | Fan & Convection Cooling |
| Defrost Function | Yes |
| Temperature Memory Function | Yes |
| Heating | Yes - Winter Function |
| Condensation Water Container | Yes |
| Acoustic Temperature Alarm | Yes |
| Tilt Protection | Yes |
| Acoustic Door Alarm | Yes |
| Adjustable Feet | Yes |
| General Information | |
| Installation Type | Built-In or Integrated |
| Warranty Extension Available | No - 5 Years |
| Transport Weight |
56kg |
| Net Weight |
51kg |
| Power Consumption (kWh/annum) |
0,44 per day |
| Voltage | 230V / 50Hz |
| Power Cable Length |
2m |
| Delivery, Unwrap, Install | 2 Man Team - FREE |
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