Le Cache Contemp 2400 Classic #734

The Le Cache Contemporary 2400 Classic provides a dedicated environment for aging a substantial collection within a footprint designed for modern living spaces. This cabinet combines a high-capacity interior with a cherry wood exterior and arched windows that allow for a clear view of bottles while maintaining strict climate control. It is a practical solution for collectors who have outgrown smaller coolers and require the precision of a professional-grade cooling system.

Best For

• Storing a mix of standard and oversized bottles in universal all-wood racking
• Placing a high-capacity unit flush against a wall in a dining room or finished basement
• Maintaining stable humidity and temperature levels for long-term aging of Bordeaux and Burgundy
• Monitoring cellar conditions through digital displays and audible alarms

• SB/0™ Zero-Clearance Technology: The cabinet exhausts entirely through a top vent, allowing it to sit flush against the wall with no rear clearance required. This is a meaningful distinction for finished dining rooms or built-in installations where standard rear-exhaust units cannot be placed.
• CellarPro cooling unit options: Choose between the 1800QT-HE and 1800XT-HE based on the room's thermal load. The 1800QT-HE is the quietest option. Review the Cooling Unit Selection Guide before ordering.
• Active humidity control (not passive): The system monitors and adjusts humidity - not just temperature. This protects cork integrity during multi-year aging in ways that beverage coolers and standard refrigerators cannot.
• Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes: Energy-Saver reduces operating costs during periods of infrequent access; Quick-Chill drops internal temperature rapidly after loading warm bottles. Both are controlled via the front-mounted electronic thermostat with digital display.
• Universal all-wood interlock racks with 3 3/4-inch slots: Accommodates oversized Burgundy and Champagne bottles without modification. Double-deep configuration delivers 256 racked slots plus bulk space for approximately 30 additional bottles within a 39" W × 29" D × 82" H footprint.
• High Performance Air Filtration System: Filters airborne contaminants that can affect wine character over extended aging - not a feature found on standard coolers.
• Audible and visual alarms for temperature and humidity excursions.
• Optional bottle probe available for direct bottle-temperature monitoring rather than ambient air readings only.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757007347

Size: 39w x 29d x 82h (in)

Weight: 385 lbs

Capacity: 286 bottles
Double-Deep Storage
Racked Slots: 256 bottles (3 3/4-inch Slots)
Bulk Space: approximately 30 bottles (stacked)

Material: Cherry

Power/Rating:
115V AC / 60 Hz
Running / Startup Amps (compressor)
- CellarPro 1800QT-HE: 2.9 Amps / 20.1 Amps
- CellarPro 1800XT-HE: 3.0 Amps / 20.1 Amps
Thermal Load Calculations

Warranty:
2 Years (Cabinet) / 5 Years (Cooling Unit)
Optional Extended Warranty

Resources

• Owner's Manual
• Cooling Unit Selection Guide
• Placement Requirements
• Wine Cabinet Delivery & Inspection Instructions
• Wine Cabinet Filter: Top View
• Top View Drawings
• Adjustable Humidity Performance Chart
• Wine Cabinet Monthly Operating Cost
• Cooling Unit Sound Performance
• Interactive Product Demo

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PLACEMENT & VENTILATION

Before choosing a location for your Le Cache wine cabinet, make sure the installation meets the following requirements.

BASIC PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Power: Standard grounded outlet on a dedicated circuit
• Room Temperature: 50–95°F
• Floor: Hard, level surface capable of supporting the fully loaded cabinet
• Door Clearance: Allow approximately 1 inch of additional width in front of the cabinet for the doors to open 90°
• Ventilation: Requirements vary depending on the cabinet and cooling configuration

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS

Proper ventilation is essential. The cooling unit exhausts warm air, which must be able to dissipate without being drawn back into the unit. Poor ventilation can prevent the cabinet from reaching the desired temperature and may cause the cooling unit to overheat or run continuously.

SUMMARY

1. UPRIGHT CABINET / TOP-VENTED

Our upright wine cabinets with top-vented cooling are designed so the cabinet can be placed directly against the rear wall.

Warm air exhausts through the top of the cabinet, while return air enters from above. Sufficient clearance above and around the cabinet is therefore required.

Minimum clearance above the cabinet:

• 18 inches: Contemporary, Carolina, Loft, Vault and Semi-Custom wine cabinets
• 12 inches: European Country, Mission and Gallery wine cabinets

Important: The sides of the cabinet must remain open so that warm air can dissipate. Top-vented upright cabinets should not be placed in a corner, enclosed space, alcove or closet unless a Front-Vent Hood is used.

2. UPRIGHT CABINET / REAR-VENTED

Upright wine cabinets can also be configured with rear-vented cooling, with return air entering from behind the cabinet. This configuration is useful when sufficient clearance above the cabinet is not available.

Requirements:

• The cabinet must be positioned 3–4 inches away from the rear wall.
• If the rear of the cabinet is not accessible, allow at least 7 1/2 inches above the cabinet so the cooling-unit air filter can be removed and replaced.
• If the rear of the cabinet is accessible, allow at least 3 inches above the cabinet for airflow. We also recommend an air deflector to direct warm exhaust air to the left of the cabinet.

Important: The sides of the cabinet must remain open. Rear-vented upright cabinets should not be placed in a corner, enclosed space, alcove or closet unless a Front-Vent Hood is used.

3. UPRIGHT CABINET / TOP-VENTED + FRONT-VENT HOOD

A Front-Vent Hood can be added to a top-vented upright cabinet when:

• The cabinet will be placed flush against the rear wall but does not have the required clearance above for a standard top-vented installation
• The cabinet will be installed in an alcove, closet or other enclosed space

Allow at least 7 1/2 inches above the cabinet for removal of the hood and air filter.

Compatibility:

• Contemporary, Loft and Vault: The Front-Vent Hood may be used with or without the decorative grille.
• European Country, Mission, Carolina and Gallery: The Front-Vent Hood may be used without the decorative grille. The grille will not fit with the crown moldings.

4. CREDENZA

Credenzas do not require clearance above the cabinet; however, because both intake and exhaust ventilation occur behind the cabinet, credenzas require 3–4 inches of clearance behind the cabinet, and the sides must remain open for proper ventilation.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

The cooling unit plugs into a standard grounded wall outlet. The power cord extends approximately 6 1/2 feet from the rear of the cabinet.

The outlet must be on a dedicated circuit. The cooling unit components draw 3 amps, and the electrical outlet on the side of the cooling unit is also rated for 3 amps.

Do not share the circuit with another motor- or compressor-driven appliance such as a refrigerator, wine cooler, air conditioner or garage door opener.

We recommend using a surge protector rated for at least 15 amps to protect the cooling unit from power surges.

If an extension cord is necessary, use a grounded cord with 14-gauge wire or heavier, and keep it as short as possible.

FLOOR & WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS

A fully loaded wine cabinet is extremely heavy. Make sure the floor can support the combined weight of the cabinet and wine.

The cabinet should also be placed on a hard, level surface. On thick carpeting, the cabinet may settle unevenly over time, which can affect door alignment.

If installing on thick carpet, place a carpet board beneath the cabinet. You may purchase one from Le Cache or have a local hardware store cut a 3/4-inch plywood board to the width x depth of the cabinet.

DOOR SWING CLEARANCE

When opened to 90 degrees, the doors extend approximately 1 inch beyond the width of the cabinet.

For cabinets without moldings, allow for this additional space when planning the installation. The extra clearance is required in front of the cabinet for the doors to open fully.

Is the Le Cache 2400 Classic freestanding, or can it be placed flush against a wall?

A: It is freestanding but designed with Le Cache's SB/0™ Technology, which means the cabinet exhausts heat through a top-vent rather than the rear. This allows it to sit completely flush against a wall with no clearance gap behind it — a meaningful advantage in a dining room or finished basement where you don't want a gap between the cabinet and the wall. You do need overhead clearance for the top vent to function properly.

Will it store oversized bottles like Burgundy, large-format Bordeaux or Champagne?

A: Yes. The all-wood interlock racks use 3.8-inch slots and are specifically described as universal racking that accommodates oversized bottles. The 256 racked slots can handle standard Bordeaux as well as wider Burgundy and Champagne bottles. An additional ~30 bottles can be stored in bulk-stacked space, which is also useful for magnums or irregular formats that don't fit standard slots.

What are the electrical requirements, and can it run on a standard household circuit?

A: The cabinet runs on 115V AC / 60 Hz — standard US household current. Running amp draw depends on which CellarPro cooling unit is installed: the 1800QTL-ECX draws 2.4A running / 14.2A startup, the 1800QT-ECX draws 2.9A running / 20.1A startup, and the 1800XT-ECX draws 3.0A running / 20.1A startup. The high startup amps on the QT and XT models mean a dedicated 20A circuit is strongly recommended to avoid tripping a shared breaker.

How does this cabinet manage humidity, and why does that matter for long-term aging?

A: The 2400 Classic includes an adjustable humidity control system integrated with the CellarPro cooling unit. Standard wine coolers and refrigerators only regulate temperature — they strip moisture from the air in the process, which dries out corks over time and accelerates oxidation. This cabinet actively maintains humidity alongside temperature, making it a true long-term aging environment rather than just a chilled display unit. It is purpose-built for collectors who are holding wine for years or decades, not just serving at temperature.

What is the warranty coverage, and what does it actually include?

A: The cabinet carries a 2-year full cabinet warranty and a separate 5-year warranty on the CellarPro cooling unit. An optional extended warranty is also available. The cooling unit warranty is notably longer than the cabinet warranty because the compressor-based refrigeration system is the most mechanically complex component and the costliest to service. Knowing the cooling unit is covered for five years is relevant if you're placing this in a second home or location you don't monitor daily.

How loud is the 2400 Classic in a living space or dining room?

A: Le Cache describes the current generation as featuring the most advanced and quietest CellarPro cooling units available. The 1800QTL-ECX variant has the lowest running amp draw (2.4A) and is the quietest of the three cooling unit options. Sound performance data is available through Le Cache's published cooling unit sound performance documentation. If low noise in a living or dining space is a priority, selecting the QTL cooling unit configuration is the right call.