Ultraluxe wine cellars are no longer optional and have become mandatory for luxury premium living. Such wine cellars have been elegantly incorporated into the most luxurious living spaces, making such rooms the new seasonal hits. And what could be better? Besides having one of the custom wine cellars shown below, you could, perhaps, also own a private wine label as well, like some of our most revered celebrities do.

Dwayne Wade

Despite not being a wine enthusiast early on, NBA star, Dwyane Wade, got into the wine business in 2012 by creating his own empire, Wade Cellars, that celebrates the silkiest of cabernets, red blends and rosés.

It's just so easy to visualize Wade with his wife, Gabrielle Union, raising their glasses in this stunning dining area.

Bon Jovi

Inspired by summertime fun spent in the Hamptons, Jon Bon Jovi and his son, Jesse Bongiovi, launched a pink rosé blend called Hampton Water Wine in 2018.

Livin' on a Prayer has morphed into livin' it up in style in this spectacular entertainment space.

Nicki Minaj

The pop singer, Nicki Minaj, created her own wine label, MYX Fusions, in 2013. And in bold Nicki Minaj fashion, her wine is anything but reserved. Her wine bottles burst with the boldest of colors and hold moscatos in multiple flavors: peach, mango and coconut, as well as three sangrias: classico, redberry and tropical.

The Anaconda has finally been captured and bottled to perfection. All that's left for Nicki to do is to celebrate in this wine cellar/entertainment space.

Kurt Russell

The movie star, Kurt Russell, created GoGi wines after traveling with his long-time love, Goldie Hawn, through Italy, France and California. GoGi has ten different blends of wine, each of which is dedicated to an endearing person in his life: a chardonnay named Goldie, and a Viognier for his mother, Lou.

This entertainment space would easily house a party fit for Kurt and Goldie.

John Legend

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The singer, John Legend, has a wine line, Legend Vineyard Exclusive, which he says is “a dream long in the making.” Legend created a velvety cabernet sauvignon and a silky chardonnay – both of which are described as a “series of rich, soulful and complex notes inspired by true love.”

Legend needs only now to write a hit record about his wines and this cool and eclectic wine cellar that, at a minimum, would hold he and his wife, Chrissy Teigen, in classic opulent style.

George Clooney

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And wine cellars aren’t just for wine but spirits as well; particularly, tequila. Which takes us to George Clooney, award-winning actor and world-class prankster, and his friend/nightlife entrepreneur, Rande Gerber (husband of Cindy Crawford) and property developer, Mike Meldman.

Gerber and Clooney were building their vacation homes adjacent to each other in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. After sampling tequilas together during these months of renovation, Clooney suggested to Gerber that they create their own private collection of tequila. And as Clooney says, Clooney does. Out of this bromance, their tequila company, Casamigos (which literally means "house of friends"), was then born and later sold for approximately $1 billion.

Can you imagine Clooney, Damon, Pitt and a few others in this wine cellar playing high-stakes poker and sipping tequila? Pure bliss is surely had when friends get together and toast each other's success.

Top image: Radisson Blu Hotel Stansted, UK; except as otherwise noted, all other images courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate

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Choose the Right Space

A wine cellar doesn't need to be immensely spacious, as bottles are typically stacked vertically in custom cabinetry. However, the space should be located in an area that doesn't see any natural light, as light rays can penetrate the glass of wine bottles, changing the chemical makeup of your wine. This is one of the reasons why basements often make for fantastic wine cellars.

Order a Custom Design

Some people prefer wine cellars to be small and efficient, while others gravitate toward more elaborate designs that include spaces for additional decor. Many homeowners choose to intersperse their wine shelves with granite countertops on which to display bottles, books and art. Since every wine cellar is unique in terms of its square footage and layout, you'll want to collaborate with a designer who has experience creating custom cellars.

The wine cellar at 11222 Chalon Road, Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Image courtesy of Joyce Rey)

Think About Your Door

While glass doors on wine cellars can be impressive (they give you a chance to showcase your collection to guests), think carefully about the door you attach to your cellar. Glass doors should be thick and (at least 10 millimeters) have a quality seal around their frame.

Regulate Temperature and Humidity

A good wine cellar regulator unit will control not only the temperature of your cellar, but also the humidity. The going numbers tend to be 55 degrees with 70 percent humidity. An air conditioner and humidifier will not work, as they only kick in once temperatures and humidity levels drop or rise away from a certain point. A professional-grade wine cellar cooling unit is a must.

Add Lighting

Finally, if it matches your style, add some pizzazz to your cellar with recessed lighting and perhaps a chandelier. Not only do these touches set the space apart, they make it extra pleasant for you to enjoy while selecting your next bottle of vino. Cheers!

Top image of the wine cellar at  357 West 17th Street, Chelsea, Manhattan, NY 10011 (courtesy of Tomer Fridman)

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Wine cellars have been an ever-popular way to enjoy the finest wines from your local restaurants, but why not have one in your home? One of the most rapidly growing trends in 2013 is the addition of custom wine cellars in spaces around the country, providing homeowners with access to their own personal collections ready to serve at the appropriate temperature.

Dedicated wine ‘cellars’ have been crafted in closets, basements and kitchen additions, offering the perfect storage for your chardonnay, cabernet and more. For those who are buying or collecting wine at an exceptional rate, this is the perfect home addition. It’s also shown to increase your home’s value, with typical wine storage/cellars costing up to $80,000, depending on your needs.

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Not only can you store your favorite bottles of wine in this cozy room at this Aspen residence, you can also host an inpromptu seated tasting for a few friends.

Villa Belvedere is a brand-new construction luxury estate on the San Francisco Bay and features a temperature controlled 2,000 bottle wine cellar with tasting vault,

The expansive gourmet kitchen in this New Jersey home boasts custom wood cabinets, a peninsula with breakfast bar, a handy pass-through to the dining room, granite countertops, amazing wine storage just steps away from the dining room table.

The elegant banquet-sized formal dining room in this Westfield, NJ estate boasts a coffered ceiling - the perfect setting to enjoy a bottle of wine from this red-walled wine cellar.

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