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Seven To-Die-For Wine Cellars You Have to See
These chic subterranean storage spots keep bottles of vino happy, while looking sublime
In honor of our upcoming coverage on all things Washington wines (look for Seattle Magazine’s 9th annual Washington Wine Awards in our August 2014 issue, hitting newsstands on July 24), we’re taking a peek inside a few chic cellars around town. What’s not to love: These cool, cave-like rooms burst with style and personality and are perfect places for selecting, sipping and savoring a bottle among friends. Herewith, seven wine cellars–all featured on the ingenious home improvement site Porch.com–that will knock your grape-stomping socks off.
Lakeside Lookout by Gelotte Hommas
Project: http://porch.com/projects/lakeside-lookout-1?img=46791
Bridle Trails by Vintage Solution
Project: http://porch.com/projects/bridle-trails-5?img=1028961
Custom Home by Schock Construction
Project: http://porch.com/projects/warwick?img=902411
Astra 55 Wine Cellar by Castanes Architects
Project: http://porch.com/projects/astra-55?img=14431440
Capitol Hill Garden House by Castanes Architects
Project: http://porch.com/projects/capitol-hill-classic?img=968041
Custom Estate by Shuler Architecture
Project: http://porch.com/projects/custom-estate-mercer-island-washington?img=859218
Seattle Wine Tasting by Wine Cellar Specialists
Project: http://porch.com/projects/seattle-wine-tasting-room?img=1703680
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