Helicave Oval, underground wine cellar

With Oval, the underground wine cellar changes scale: it is no longer just a volume dedicated to storage, but a space to step into, move around and take time choosing bottles.

The oval plan provides the space needed to move through the cellar more naturally, look at the labels and choose a vintage without hurrying.

It is the model suited to those who want the cellar to play a more present role in the life of the home, pairing proper storage with the pleasure of living with one’s own collection.

The site visit is used to check the space available, the conditions of the site and the logistical aspects of moving the elements, which are assembled on site.

Depending on the model and the depth chosen, Showine specifies the dimensions required to prepare the excavation correctly. The structure and interior fit-out follow set configurations; during the design phase, accessories or later additions can be considered.

If the conditions of the room require it, provision for a forced climate control system can also be considered, to be defined according to the characteristics of the site.

Showine follows the project through to installation and commissioning, with a single point of contact for after-sales support as well.

In the Helicave range, the following are available alongside Oval:

• Maxi Ronde, with a diameter of 2.43 metres, a capacity of 1,420 to 1,860 bottles and installation in 6 days;
• Oval Plus, measuring 4.00 × 2.77 metres, with a larger surface area than Oval, available in the same two depths of 2.25 and 2.50 metres. The capacity ranges from 1,900 to 2,100 bottles and installation takes 10 days.

The choice depends on the space available, the size of the collection and its possible growth over time. This is discussed during the consultation, starting from the actual characteristics of the site.