How to Stock a Wine Bar

The wines you use to stock your wine bar mostly depends on the preferences of your customers or guests. The temperature of the area where you’re stocking the wine also must be considered. Different wines call for different storage requirements.

• Consider how much you want to spend on wine. You’d probably like to have a huge selection of wines, however, your budget may not allow for such a purchase. Some aged or vintage wines can also come with a pretty hefty price tag. One great thing about wine is it lasts a very long time. You can stock your bar a little at a time when you can afford various levels of wine purchases.


• Figure out where you’re going to be storing your wine. Humidity and temperature should be controlled for wine storage. The temperature should constantly remain below 65 degrees Fahrenheit for all wines. Red wines can be kept between 50-55 degrees, and white wines should be kept at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep wines out of sunlight at away from excessive humidity for maximum shelf life.


• Build up a vast collection of wines. Ask your friends and family what types of wines they enjoy, and even throw in a few unfamiliar ones. It will be fun to have so many wine choices for special occasions.


• Visit local vineyards and wineries to help determine what you should have in your collection. Wineries often give tours and allow you to try a variety of wine samples. There are special wines found everywhere. The more places you go, the more wines you’ll know.