Le Cache Contemporary Credenza Chocolate #8684

• CellarPro cooling unit (made in USA): Available in three 1800-series ECX configurations (QTL, QT or XT) to match your room’s thermal load. Running draw is as low as 2.4 amps, and all three models include digital temperature control, adjustable humidity, Energy-Saver mode and Quick-Chill mode from the front panel.
• Rear-vent exhaust only — not a through-the-wall unit: The cooling unit exhausts out the back and requires 3–4 inches of clearance. This cabinet is freestanding; it cannot be recessed flush into cabinetry without ventilation planning.
• Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation: A closed-cell foam with higher R-value per inch than standard fiberglass, which matters for a cabinet at credenza depth (23 inches). Combined with sealed seams and double-pane tinted glass, it reduces thermal cycling that stresses the compressor.
• Single-deep, 23-inch depth: At 73w × 23d × 38½h inches, the cabinet fits a dining room or living space footprint without projecting into traffic paths. The shallow single-deep layout also means every bottle is accessible without moving others.
• Universal all-wood interlock racks: 93 racked slots sized at 3.8-inch centers accommodate standard Bordeaux and Burgundy formats as well as oversized bottles. Approximately 22 additional bottles stack in bulk space below the racks.
• Audible and visual alarms alert to temperature excursions without requiring you to check the display regularly — relevant if the cabinet is in a room you don’t pass through daily.
• Stainless bar pulls with security locks on all doors
• Low-heat interior LED lighting; optional bottle probe available for in-bottle temperature monitoring
• Warranty: 5 years on the cooling system and 2 years on the full cabinet; an extended warranty is available at purchase.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757086847

Size: 73w x 23d x 38 1/2h (in)

Weight: 400 lbs

Material: Cherry

Capacity: 115 bottles
Single Deep storage
Racked Slots: 93 bottles (3.8 inch slots)
Bulk Space: approximately 22 bottles (stacked)

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

• Running vs. Startup Amps: Startup amps can reach up to 20.1A momentarily when the compressor kicks on — your dedicated circuit and breaker must be sized to handle that surge, not just the lower running draw.
• Cooling Unit Variants (QTL / QT / XT): The three CellarPro options differ in cooling capacity and ambient temperature range — use the Thermal Load Calculations link to determine which unit matches your room conditions before ordering.

Resources:

• Owner's Manual
• Cooling Unit Selection Guide
• Placement Requirements
• Wine Cabinet Delivery & Inspection Instructions
• Wine Cabinet Filter: Rear View
• 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.

Is the Le Cache Contemporary Credenza a freestanding unit, or can it be built into cabinetry?

A: The Credenza is a freestanding unit with a rear-vent exhaust system. It requires 3–4 inches of clearance behind the cabinet for the cooling unit to exhaust heat properly. It cannot be recessed flush into a built-in surround without ensuring that rear airflow is maintained. The shallow 23-inch depth makes it compatible with most dining room and living space placements without protruding awkwardly.

What is the real-world bottle capacity, and does it accommodate larger-format bottles like Burgundy or oversized Bordeaux?

A: Total capacity is 115 bottles — 93 bottles in racked slots (3.8-inch slot width) and approximately 22 bottles in bulk stacked storage. The all-wood interlock racking is universal and designed to fit oversized bottles, so standard Burgundy pinots and heavier Bordeaux formats fit without modification. Magnums and other large formats would typically go in the bulk area.

How does the CellarPro cooling unit manage both temperature and humidity — and why does that matter for long-term aging?

A: Unlike standard wine coolers or household refrigerators, the CellarPro unit in this cabinet provides active humidity control alongside digital temperature regulation. Proper humidity (typically 50–70%) prevents cork desiccation and protects labels — both critical for wines intended for multi-year aging. The unit includes adjustable humidity control, Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes, and audible and visual alarms if conditions drift outside set parameters. The foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation and double-pane tinted glass further stabilize the interior environment against ambient temperature swings.

How loud is this cabinet — is it suitable for a dining room or open living space?

A: Le Cache specifically notes this generation uses the most advanced and quietest CellarPro cooling units available. Three compressor options are offered — the 1800QTL-ECX runs at just 2.4 amps, making it the lowest-draw and quietest of the three. For placement in a dining room or living area where background noise matters, the QTL variant is the one to specify. Sound performance data is available via Le Cache’s published cooling unit sound performance chart.

What are the electrical requirements for this cabinet?

A: The cabinet runs on standard 115V AC / 60 Hz household current — no dedicated circuit is required in most cases. Running amp draw varies by cooling unit: the 1800QTL-ECX draws 2.4 amps running / 14.2 amps at startup; the 1800QT-ECX draws 2.9 / 20.1 amps; and the 1800XT-ECX draws 3.0 / 20.1 amps. Startup (inrush) amperage is the figure to confirm against your circuit breaker capacity before installation.

What warranty comes with this cabinet, and what does it cover?

A: The Le Cache Contemporary Credenza carries a 2-year warranty on the entire cabinet and a 5-year warranty specifically on the CellarPro cooling unit. An optional extended warranty is also available for purchase. The cooling unit is manufactured in the USA.