Le Cache Euro 2400 Provincial #748

The Euro 2400 is the cabinet for a collector who has moved past chilling wine and needs to actually age it. At 286 bottles across double-deep all-wood racking and a dedicated bulk section, it holds a serious mid-size collection under conditions that matter for long-term storage: precise temperature and adjustable humidity control, managed by a CellarPro cooling unit that also happens to be the quietest in Le Cache's lineup. The Provincial Cherry finish — crown and base molding, hardwood French doors, hand-carved accents and hand-turned pewter pulls with security locks — is drawn from the Pinnacle Award-winning European Country Series by designer Martin de Blois, and it reads as furniture in a way that most wine storage does not.

Placement is straightforward. SB/0™ Technology and top-vent exhaust mean the cabinet sits flush against the wall without clearance requirements that typically complicate freestanding units. Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation and double-pane tinted glass keep the interior thermally stable and block UV. The universal all-wood interlock racking accommodates oversized formats — Champagne, Burgundy, large-format Napa Cabernets — alongside standard 750ml bottles without any modifications. A five-year warranty covers the cooling system; two years covers the cabinet.

Best For

• A collection in the 150–280 bottle range that has outgrown a kitchen cooler and needs genuine humidity management for long-term aging
• Installing in a dining room, study or finished basement where the unit needs to read as furniture rather than appliance
• Storing a mixed cellar that includes oversized Burgundy or Champagne bottles alongside standard Bordeaux formats
• A living-space installation where cooling unit noise is a real concern and quiet operation is non-negotiable

• 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.
• SB/0™ Technology: The cabinet is engineered to sit flush against a wall with zero side clearance required. Combined with top-vent exhaust, heat exits through the top rather than the sides or rear, which matters for built-in alcoves, dining rooms and finished basements where airflow is restricted.
• Active humidity management: Adjustable humidity control is built into the cooling system - not a passive tray. This distinguishes it from refrigerators and standard wine coolers, which cycle humidity down as they cool and are not suited for long-term cork integrity.
• Universal racking with 3 3/4-inch slots, double-deep configuration: Accommodates oversized Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne formats. 256 racked slots plus approximately 30 bottles of bulk stacking space for a total of 286 bottles.
• Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation: A closed-cell foam with higher R-value per inch than fiberglass or standard polyurethane, reducing thermal load on the compressor and improving long-term energy efficiency.
• Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes on the CellarPro unit allow you to reduce power draw during stable ambient conditions or drop temperature rapidly after loading new bottles.
• Audible and visual alarms alert to temperature excursions without requiring you to monitor the digital display.
• Security locks on both French doors; hand-turned pewter pulls are functional hardware, not decorative overlays.
• All-wood interlock racks, interior LED lighting and an optional bottle probe (for monitoring individual bottle temperature) are included or available as add-ons. Warranty covers 5 years on the cooling system and 2 years on the cabinet, with an optional extended warranty available.

Pairs Well With

• The optional bottle probe accessory, which lets you monitor actual wine temperature inside a stored bottle rather than relying solely on air temperature - useful when aging high-value bottles where small thermal variations matter.
• An optional extended warranty, particularly relevant given the cost of the CellarPro cooling unit and the long aging timelines this cabinet is designed to support.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757007484

Size: 44w x 31d x 88h (in)

Weight: 415 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

What These Specs Mean

• Running vs. Startup Amps: Running amps reflect the unit's electrical draw during normal operation. Startup amps reflect the brief increase in current when the compressor starts. Refer to the cooling unit installation instructions for circuit requirements.
• Cooling Unit Options: The CellarPro 1800QT-HE is the quietest available option. Other compatible models provide additional cooling capacity for installations with higher thermal loads. Use the Cooling Unit Selection Guide to identify the correct model for the installation conditions.

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 Euro 2400 freestanding, or can it be placed flush against a wall?

A: The Euro 2400 is a freestanding cabinet but uses Le Cache's SB/0™ Technology, which allows it to sit flush against a wall without clearance gaps at the rear. Exhaust vents through the top of the cabinet, so no rear or side airflow clearance is needed. This makes it well-suited for dining rooms, living rooms or finished basements where you want a built-in look without a true built-in installation.

What are the electrical requirements, and do I need a dedicated circuit?

A: The cabinet runs on 115V AC / 60 Hz standard household current. Running amperage is low — the quietest CellarPro 1800QTL-ECX draws just 2.4 amps while running — but startup (compressor kick-in) amps are significantly higher: 14.2 amps for the QTL, up to 20.1 amps for the QT and XT models. A dedicated 20-amp circuit is strongly recommended to handle startup loads cleanly, especially if the outlet is shared with other appliances.

Does the 286-bottle rating hold up with larger Bordeaux or Burgundy bottles?

A: The 256 racked slots are sized at 3.8-inch spacing, which accommodates standard Bordeaux, Burgundy and most Napa Cabernet bottles. The universal all-wood interlock racking system is specifically designed to fit oversized bottles. The remaining 30-bottle bulk space is stacked rather than individually slotted, so heavier or irregularly shaped bottles can go there. Real-world capacity with a mixed cellar will be very close to the stated 286.

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

A: Unlike standard wine coolers or refrigerators, the Euro 2400 includes adjustable humidity control through the CellarPro unit — not just temperature. Low humidity dries out corks, allowing oxygen into the bottle and accelerating premature aging. The cabinet's sealed seams, foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation and double-pane tinted glass work together to maintain stable internal conditions, making it suitable for long-term aging of fine wines, not just short-term chilling.

How quiet is the CellarPro cooling unit in a living space?

A: Le Cache specifically markets this generation of Euro 2400 as featuring the most advanced and quietest CellarPro cooling units available. The 1800QTL-ECX runs at the lowest amperage draw (2.4 amps) and is the quietest of the three cooling unit options. Le Cache publishes detailed sound performance data at their website for buyers who want to compare decibel levels across cooling unit configurations before selecting one.

What does the warranty cover, and for how long?

A: The warranty has two separate terms: 2 years on the entire cabinet (woodwork, hardware, glass, racks) and 5 years on the CellarPro cooling unit. An optional extended warranty is also available for buyers who want coverage beyond those periods. The cooling unit being US-made and backed by a 5-year term is a meaningful differentiator — most wine cooler compressors in this price class carry only 1–2 year coverage.