Le Cache Contemp 1400 Provincial #733

• SB/0 (flush-to-wall) technology: The CellarPro cooling unit exhausts heat through the top of the cabinet rather than the rear, so no clearance gap behind the unit is required. The cabinet can sit directly against a wall, which matters in tighter dining rooms or alcove placements.
• Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation: This delivers a higher R-value per inch than standard polystyrene, giving the cabinet better thermal stability without adding bulk - a meaningful difference for maintaining the narrow temperature range serious aging requires.
• Active humidity control with digital readout: The electronic thermostat manages both temperature and humidity and displays both values. This is the core distinction between this cabinet and a wine cooler or refrigerator, which regulate temperature only and are not suited to long-term storage.
• Universal all-wood interlock racks with 3 3/4-inch slots: The rack spacing accommodates oversized formats - Burgundy, Champagne and large-format bottles - without any modification or separate rack purchase. Double-deep configuration provides 160 racked slots plus approximately 12 bottles of bulk space.
• Quick-Chill and Energy-Saver modes: Quick-Chill pulls the interior down rapidly after loading or a door event; Energy-Saver reduces compressor cycling once conditions stabilize. Audible and visual alarms trigger on excursions.
• Optional bottle probe: Measures actual bottle temperature rather than ambient cabinet air - useful when calibrating set points for bottles you intend to hold for a decade or more.
• Stainless bar pull and keyed security lock included. Low-heat interior LED lighting standard.
• CellarPro cooling unit carries a 5-year warranty; the cabinet itself is covered for 2 years. Optional extended warranty is available separately.

Pairs Well With

• The optional bottle probe accessory - lets you verify actual bottle temperature rather than relying solely on air temperature readings, recommended if you are storing wines intended for aging beyond 5 years.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757007330

Size: 31w x 29d x 72h (in)

Weight: 320 lbs

Capacity: 172 bottles
Double-Deep Storage
Racked Slots: 160 bottles (3 3/4-inch Slots)
Bulk Space: approximately 12 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
• Watch Product Video

PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

POWER REQUIREMENT:
The power cord extends 6 1/2 feet from the rear of the cabinet. If an extension cord is used, it should be 14-gauge wire or thicker, grounded, and as short as possible.

The cooling unit plugs into a standard grounded wall outlet. We recommend adding a surge protector, rated at 15 amps or more (for example, click here), to protect the cooling unit from power surges.

The outlet must be on a dedicated circuit. The components of the cooling unit draw 3 amps, and the electric outlet on the side of the cooling unit also is rated for 3 amps. The cooling unit should not, under any circumstances, share a circuit with another motor or compressor-based appliance, like a wine cooler, fridge, air conditioner, or garage opener.

FLOOR SURFACE
Because of the significant weight of your wine cabinet, it is important that it be placed on a hard surface; otherwise, the cabinet may become skewed if the doors settle unevenly over time. If you will be placing your cabinet on thick carpeting, consider placing a carpet board underneath the wine cabinet. You can purchase a carpet board from Le Cache, or you can have your local hardware store cut a 3/4 inch plywood board to the following dimensions: 45w x 25d (inches).

DOOR SWING CLEARANCE
The doors of our wine cabinets swing wide by approximately 1 inch when open at 90 degrees. The additional width should be accounted for when purchasing cabinets that do not have moldings because the stated widths of our wine cabinets do not account for the door swing. Please note that the additional width is required in front of the cabinet.

WEIGHT LOAD FACTOR
After loading your wine cabinet with wine bottles, it will be extremely heavy. When selecting a location for your cabinet, make sure that the floor underneath is strong enough to support the weight of the cabinet.

TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS
CellarPro cooling units are designed to handle temperatures ranging from 50 to 95F.

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS
The cooling unit generates hot air that must be exhausted in such a way that it won't be recirculated by the cooling unit. If the hot air cannot be dissipated or channeled properly, and the cooling unit is forced to recycle its own hot air, the cooling unit will be unable to maintain cold temperatures inside the wine cabinet and/or will overheat and/or will run all the time. Proper ventilation can be achieved in one of three ways:

1. UPRIGHT CABINETS WITH TOP-VENT CONFIGURATIONS
Our upright wine cabinets have been engineered with top-vent cooling units and SB/0 Technology so that they can be placed right up against the wall. In this configuration, the hot air generated by the cooling unit is ventilated through the top of the wine cabinet, and the return air comes from above the wine cabinet, so there must be clearance above and to the sides of the cabinets for the hot air to dissipate, as follows:

• Contemporary wine cabinets, Carolina wine cabinets, Loft wine cabinets, Vault wine cabinets and a Semi-Custom wine cabinets require 18 inches of clearance above the wine cabinet.
• European Country wine cabinets and Mission wine cabinets require 12 inches of clearance above the wine cabinet.
• The sides always need to be open - in other words, placement in a corner, enclosed space, alcove, or closet will not work without our front-vent hood (see Configuration 3 below).

2. UPRIGHT CABINETS WITH Rear-Vent Configurations
Our upright wine cabinets can be configured so that the return air comes from behind the wine cabinet. This configuration is useful in situations where sufficient clearance around the wine cabinet doesn't exist. In this configuration:

• If the rear of the wine cabinet is not accessible, a minimum clearance of 7 1/2 inches above the wine cabinet is required for removal and replacement of the cooling unit air filter.
• If the rear of the wine cabinet is accessible, a minimum clearance of 3 inches above the wine cabinet is required for proper airflow, and we recommend using our air deflector to direct the hot air exhaust to the left of the wine cabinet.
• In all cases, the wine cabinet must be placed 3-4 inches away from the rear wall.
• The sides always need to be open - in other words, placement in a corner, enclosed space, alcove, or closet will not work without our front-vent hood (see Configuration 3 below).

3. UPRIGHT CABINETS with Front-Vent Hoods
If you want to place the wine cabinet flush against the wall but you don't have the required clearance (as outlined in Configuration 1 above), or you want to place the wine cabinet in an enclosed space, closet, or alcove, our front-vent hood (placed on top of the wine cabinet) can be used with 7 1/2 inches of clearance above the wine cabinet for removal of the hood and the air filter. Please note:

• Contemporary wine cabinets, Loft wine cabinets and Vault wine cabinets can use our front vent hood with OR without the decorative grill.
• European Country wine cabinets, Mission wine cabinets and Carolina wine cabinets can use our front vent hood without the decorative grill (the decorative grill will not fit with crown moldings).

4. CREDENZA WINE CABINETS
Credenza wine cabinets don't require any clearance above the wine cabinet; however, all credenzas require 3-4 inches of space behind the wine cabinet because all the ventilation (intake and exhaust) occurs behind the cabinet.

Can the 1400 Provincial be placed flush against a wall, or does it require clearance behind it?

A: The 1400 uses Le Cache's SB/0 technology with a top-vent exhaust, meaning heat is expelled through the top of the cabinet rather than the rear. No rear clearance is required — it can sit flush against any wall. The cabinet is 31" wide x 29" deep x 72" tall and weighs 320 lbs, so factor in doorway width and floor load when planning placement.

What is the actual bottle capacity, and will it fit oversized bottles like Burgundy or Champagne?

A: Total capacity is 172 bottles — 160 in racked slots (3.8" wide, double-deep configuration) and approximately 12 in bulk stacking space. The all-wood interlock racks use a universal design that accommodates oversized bottles, so wide-shouldered Bordeaux, Burgundy pinots and Champagne all fit without modification.

Does this cabinet actively control humidity, or does it just cool like a standard wine refrigerator?

A: The 1400 includes adjustable humidity control managed through the CellarPro cooling unit — a critical distinction from wine coolers and standard refrigerators, which only regulate temperature and are not recommended for long-term aging. Stable humidity prevents cork desiccation and protects the seal over years of storage. Temperature and humidity are both monitored via the electronic thermostat and digital display, with audible and visual alarms if conditions fall outside range.

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

A: The cabinet operates on 115V AC / 60 Hz. Running amp draw is low — 2.4A for the 1800QTL-ECX, 2.9A for the 1800QT-ECX and 3.0A for the 1800XT-ECX — but startup (inrush) amps are significantly higher: 14.2A for the QTL-ECX and 20.1A for both the QT-ECX and XT-ECX. Review Le Cache's published Thermal Load Calculations to confirm circuit requirements for your specific installation.

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

A: Le Cache specifies that the 1800-series CellarPro units are the most advanced and quietest cooling units available for this cabinet. The 1800QTL-ECX is the quietest of the three options (2.4 running amps). All three units include Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes. Le Cache publishes a dedicated Cooling Unit Sound Performance chart for buyers who want measured decibel data before committing.

What does the warranty cover and for how long?

A: The warranty is split into two tiers: 2 years on the entire cabinet and 5 years on the CellarPro cooling system. The cooling unit is manufactured in the USA. An optional extended warranty is also available for buyers who want longer coverage.