Transtherm Double Ermitage Solid Door Black #7729

• Dual independent temperature zones with ±2–3°F precision: Each cabinet half runs its own thermostat, so you can hold one side at long-term cellaring temps and the other at serving temperature simultaneously. The electronic regulation system keeps internal swings to a maximum of 2–3°F.
• Heating circuit rated for unconditioned spaces: Unlike cooling-only units, the integrated heater lets the cabinet operate in ambient environments from 32 to 95°F. Unheated garages, basements and second-home locations are viable placements without additional climate control.
• Compressors mechanically decoupled from the cabinet body: The slow, balanced compressors are physically disassociated from the outer structure, so vibration is not transmitted to the bottles — a meaningful difference for long-term cellaring of Bordeaux and Burgundy where sediment disturbance matters.
• Thermal pump humidity management (Transtherm exclusive): Rather than passively venting condensation, the thermal pump recycles it to hold relative humidity between 55%–80% RH. Water can also be added manually to raise humidity in dry environments.
• Aluminum interior lining: The inner walls have been upgraded from thermoformed polystyrene to aluminum, improving thermal consistency and durability across the interior surfaces.
• 4.5cm high-density expanded foam insulation: Thicker than what most comparable cabinets use, which reduces thermal load on the compressor and helps maintain stable temps when the ambient environment fluctuates.
• Silent operation rated at 37 dBA — comparable to a library at rest, relevant if the unit is placed in a dining room or living space.
• Full alarm suite covers open door, temperature deviation, humidity level and sensor fault; indicators for both hot and cold circuits are visible on the control panel.

Pairs Well With

• Additional Transtherm rolling shelves — each side supports up to 14 rolling shelves total (9 maximum when 3 fixed shelves are in place), and capacity configuration can be adjusted as the collection grows.

Brand: Transtherm

Size: 53 1/2w x 27 1/4d x 72h (in)

Weight: 504 lbs

Capacity: Up to 430 bottles

Material: Melamine Laminate

Power/Rating:
120V / 60Hz; Requires 2 x 15-Amp Dedicated Circuits

Warranty:
1-Year Limited Warranty - Parts and Labor
5-Year Limited Warranty - Compressor

Owner's Manual (pdf)
Shelf Configuration (pdf)
Door Reversal Instructions (pdf)

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What These Specs Mean

• Requires 2 x 15-Amp Dedicated Circuits: Because this is a double-cabinet unit with two independent compressor systems, each side draws power on its own circuit — the two circuits cannot be shared with other appliances, and an electrician may need to run dedicated lines to the installation location if they are not already in place.
• 120V / 60Hz: Standard North American household current; no step-down transformer or special outlet type is required, but each of the two required circuits must be a dedicated 15-amp breaker.

Is the Transtherm Double Ermitage freestanding or can it be built in?

A: The Double Ermitage is a freestanding unit only. It requires 4 inches of clearance behind the cabinet for ventilation. It cannot be recessed into cabinetry or used in an undercounter built-in application. At 53½” wide x 27¼” deep x 72” tall and 504 lbs, placement planning — including the path to the final location — is worth confirming before delivery.

What are the electrical requirements, and can both sides share one circuit?

A: No — each of the two cabinet sections requires its own dedicated 15-amp circuit. The unit runs on 120V / 60Hz power. You will need two separate 15-amp dedicated circuits at the installation location. If you are remodeling or finishing a space for this cabinet, plan the electrical rough-in accordingly before the unit arrives.

What temperature range does each zone maintain, and can the two sides be set independently?

A: Yes — each of the two sections has its own independent temperature zone controlled by a separate digital thermostat. Each side maintains conditions between 43°F and 64°F at 55%–80% relative humidity. This lets you run one side for long-term cellaring (around 55°F for Bordeaux or Burgundy) and the other at a slightly cooler serving temperature for whites or Champagne simultaneously. Temperature variation inside each cabinet is held to a maximum of 2–3°F.

Can this cabinet operate in an unconditioned garage, basement, or second home?

A: Yes — this is one of the defining advantages of the Transtherm Ermitage line. An integrated heating element allows the cabinet to operate in ambient environments ranging from 32°F to 95°F. Most wine cabinets can only cool; the Ermitage actively heats as well, making it suitable for unconditioned garages, seasonal homes, or spaces with wide temperature swings. The 4.5cm high-density foam insulation and thermal pump support stable internal conditions regardless of what is happening outside the cabinet.

What is the actual bottle capacity, and does it change if I add or remove shelves?

A: As configured, the Double Ermitage holds 430 bottles. Each side ships with 3 adjustable rolling shelves (12 bottles each) and 3 fixed storage shelves (up to 77 bottles each). Rolling shelves can be added up to a maximum of 14 per side, though total capacity decreases as more rolling shelves replace fixed storage. When using 3 fixed shelves, up to 9 rolling shelves per side can be installed. The low-profile groove design accommodates all standard bottle sizes including larger-format Burgundy and Champagne bottles.

How loud is the Double Ermitage, and what keeps it vibration-free?

A: The cabinet operates at 37 dBA — roughly the level of a quiet library — making it livable in a dining room, study, or open living space. Vibration is minimized through slow, balanced compressors that are mechanically decoupled from the cabinet body, so there is no motor hum transmitted into the structure. For long-term cellaring of age-worthy wines (Bordeaux, Barolo, fine Burgundy), vibration control matters; the Transtherm design directly addresses this rather than treating it as a secondary consideration.