Le Cache Contemp 5200 Driftwood #36428

• SB/0™ Zero-Clearance Placement: Top-vent exhaust means the cabinet can sit flush against any wall with no rear gap required. If you're fitting this into a dining room alcove, finished basement or built-in niche, you won't lose floor space managing heat exhaust behind the unit.
• Choice of three CellarPro 1800-series cooling units: The 1800QTL-ECX (2.4A running), 1800QT-ECX (2.9A running) and 1800XT-ECX (3.0A running) are selected based on your room's thermal load. All run on standard 115V / 60 Hz. Le Cache provides a Thermal Load Calculation guide to help you match the right unit to your space before purchase.
• Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation: Higher R-value per inch than standard foam insulation. Combined with sealed seams and tinted double-pane glass, this keeps internal temperature stable even in rooms with variable ambient conditions — important for long-term aging rather than short-term chilling.
• Active humidity management: Adjustable humidity control goes beyond what a standard wine refrigerator offers. The digital thermostat tracks both temperature and humidity, and audible and visual alarms trigger if either drifts outside your set range.
• Universal all-wood interlock racks: The 3.8-inch slots handle standard Bordeaux, larger Burgundy formats and oversize Champagne bottles without adapters. Total capacity is 622 bottles — 544 in racked slots and approximately 78 in bulk stacking space at the bottom.
• Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes on the CellarPro unit allow you to reduce power draw during low-use periods or rapidly bring the cabinet down to temperature after a large restocking.
• Stainless bar pulls with keyed security lock on both doors
• Low-heat interior LED lighting; optional bottle probe available separately for more granular temperature monitoring inside the cabinet
• Cooling unit carries a 5-year warranty; full cabinet carries a 2-year warranty. Optional extended warranty available.

Pairs Well With

• The optional bottle probe — measures temperature at the bottle rather than the air, which is more relevant for aging decisions on long-term cellaring vintages.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757364280

Size: 74w x 29d x 86h (in)

Weight: 510 lbs

Capacity: 622 bottles
Double Deep storage
Racked Slots: 544 bottles (3.8 inch slots)
Bulk Space: approximately 78 bottles (stacked)

Material: Cherry

Power/Rating:
115V AC / 60 Hz
Running / Startup Amps (compressor)
- CellarPro 1800QTL-ECX: 2.4 Amps / 14.2 Amps
- CellarPro 1800QT-ECX: 2.9 Amps / 20.1 Amps
- CellarPro 1800XT-ECX: 3.0 Amps / 20.1 Amps
Thermal Load Calculations

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

What These Specs Mean

• Startup Amps: The compressor draws a large current surge the moment it starts; this number is used to confirm the electrical circuit can handle the brief load without tripping a breaker.
• Running Amps: The steady-state current draw during active cooling cycles; use this figure alongside the Thermal Load Calculator to estimate ongoing energy consumption.
• CellarPro Unit Variants (QTL / QT / XT): Three compatible cooling units with different efficiency and acoustic profiles. The 1800QTL-ECX has the lowest startup draw at 14.2 Amps and is the quietest option among the three.

Click on one of the following links for more information:

• 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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Can the Le Cache Contemporary 5200 be placed flush against a wall, or does it need rear clearance?

A: Yes — the 5200 uses Le Cache’s SB/0™ Technology, which routes exhaust through a top vent rather than the back of the unit. That means the cabinet can sit flush against a wall with no rear clearance required. The overall footprint is 74" wide x 29" deep x 86" tall, so plan your space around those dimensions and allow adequate overhead clearance for the top-vent exhaust to dissipate heat properly.

What is the actual bottle capacity, and will it fit larger-format bottles like Burgundy or Bordeaux?

A: Total rated capacity is 622 bottles: 544 racked slots at 3.8-inch spacing plus approximately 78 bottles in bulk stacking space. The all-wood interlock racks use universal sizing that accommodates oversized bottles, including the wider shoulders of Burgundy-style bottles. If your collection runs heavily toward large-format or heavy Burgundy bottles, expect usable racked capacity to run somewhat below the 544-slot number.

Does the 5200 offer dual-zone temperature control for storing reds and whites at different temperatures?

A: No — the 5200 is a single-zone cabinet. It maintains one temperature throughout the interior, making it best suited for a cellar-temperature collection (typically 55–58°F) rather than simultaneous storage of reds and whites at their respective serving temperatures. The CellarPro cooling unit includes an electronic thermostat with digital display and adjustable humidity control, but all 622 bottles share the same environment.

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. Startup (inrush) amperage is the key figure to check against your circuit: the CellarPro 1800QTL-ECX draws 14.2 startup amps, the 1800QT-ECX draws 20.1 amps and the 1800XT-ECX also draws 20.1 startup amps. A dedicated 20-amp circuit is strongly recommended for the QT and XT units. Running amps once the compressor is up are much lower: 2.4, 2.9 and 3.0 amps respectively.

What does the warranty cover, and how long does it last?

A: Le Cache provides a 2-year warranty on the entire cabinet and a separate 5-year warranty specifically on the CellarPro cooling unit. An optional extended warranty is also available for purchase. The cooling unit warranty being longer than the cabinet warranty reflects where long-term mechanical risk typically lies — the compressor-based refrigeration system rather than the wood cabinet structure.

How is this different from a wine cooler or refrigerator for long-term aging?

A: Wine coolers and refrigerators actively dehumidify the air, which over time dries out corks and accelerates oxidation — making them unsuitable for aging wine beyond a few years. The Le Cache 5200 includes adjustable humidity control to maintain proper cellar humidity alongside temperature, foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation for thermal stability and double-pane tinted glass for UV protection. These features combined make it a true long-term aging environment, not just a chilling appliance.