Le Cache Contemp Credenza Classic #879

• Three CellarPro cooling unit options: The 1800QTL-ECX (2.4A running / 14.2A startup), 1800QT-ECX (2.9A / 20.1A) and 1800XT-ECX (3.0A / 20.1A) are available to match your ambient room conditions. All are US-made, rear-vented and require only 3–4 inches of wall clearance, making placement in finished living spaces practical.
• Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation: This closed-cell foam delivers a higher R-value per inch than standard urethane, which is meaningful in a 23-inch-deep cabinet where wall thickness directly competes with interior bottle space.
• Active humidity management with alarms: Unlike wine coolers that only regulate temperature, this cabinet monitors and adjusts humidity, then triggers audible and visual alerts when either metric drifts out of range. Relevant for long-term cork integrity on aged Bordeaux and Burgundy.
• All-wood interlock racks with 3.8-inch slots: Fits standard 750ml bottles as well as oversized formats. The 93 racked slots accommodate individual bottle retrieval; the additional bulk space handles approximately 22 bottles stacked, useful for case storage of current-drinking wines.
• Single-deep, 23-inch depth: At 73 inches wide and only 23 inches deep, this unit fits against most dining room or living room walls without projecting further than standard furniture. The flat top surface is load-bearing and usable as a serving surface.
• Stainless bar pulls with keyed security locks on all three hardwood doors
• Double-pane tinted glass on all door panels blocks UV without opaque doors
• Low-heat interior LED lighting, Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill operating modes and an optional bottle probe for direct bottle-temperature measurement
• Warranty coverage: 5 years on the cooling system and 2 years on the cabinet, with an optional extended warranty available at purchase.

Pairs Well With

• The optional bottle probe accessory, which measures actual wine temperature rather than ambient cabinet air — useful when precise aging conditions matter for older vintages.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757008795

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

Weight: 400 lbs

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

• Running vs. Startup Amps: Compressors draw substantially more current at startup than during normal operation, so the dedicated circuit must be sized for the startup surge rather than the running load alone.
• Cooling Unit Options (QTL / QT / XT): Three CellarPro 1800-series models are available at different performance tiers; the correct choice depends on the ambient temperature of the installation space and the cabinet’s calculated thermal load.

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: 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 this cabinet freestanding only, or can it be recessed into cabinetry?

A: The #879 is a freestanding unit with a rear-vent exhaust that requires 3–4 inches of clearance behind the cabinet. It cannot be fully recessed into a built-in enclosure without ensuring that rear clearance for exhaust airflow. Plan placement accordingly — against a wall with adequate setback, or in a furniture arrangement that naturally provides that gap.

What is the real-world bottle capacity, and will it fit larger Bordeaux or Burgundy bottles?

A: Total capacity is 115 bottles: 93 racked slots sized at 3.8-inch openings (which accommodates standard Bordeaux, Burgundy and most oversized bottles) and approximately 22 bottles in bulk stacked storage. The universal all-wood interlock racking is designed to accept irregular bottle shapes, so larger-format producers from Napa or the Rhône should rack without issue.

How quiet is the CellarPro cooling unit, and is it suitable for a dining room or living space?

A: The cabinet ships with one of three CellarPro 1800-ECX series cooling units (QTL, QT or XT depending on configuration), which Le Cache describes as their most advanced and quietest units. The QTL variant draws only 2.4 running amps — the lowest of the three — indicating a smaller, quieter compressor. Sound performance data is available via the product's Cooling Unit Sound Performance guide for direct comparison.

What are the electrical requirements, and does it need a dedicated circuit?

A: The unit runs on standard 115V AC / 60 Hz power. Startup (inrush) amps vary by cooling unit: the CellarPro 1800QTL-ECX peaks at 14.2 amps at startup, while the QT and XT units reach 20.1 amps. Given the startup draw on the QT and XT variants, a dedicated 20-amp circuit is worth considering to avoid tripping a shared breaker during compressor startup.

Does this cabinet actively manage humidity, or does it just control temperature?

A: It manages both. The CellarPro unit includes adjustable humidity control — a meaningful distinction from standard wine coolers and refrigerators, which only regulate temperature and allow humidity to drop to levels that can dry out corks over time. This cabinet is purpose-built for long-term aging, not short-term chilling.

What does the warranty cover and for how long?

A: The warranty is split by component: 5 years on the CellarPro cooling system and 2 years on the entire cabinet (woodwork, hardware and assembly). An optional extended warranty is also available for buyers who want longer coverage beyond the standard terms.