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The 8 Best Wine Racks of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Display your wine bottles in style

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Like any piece of storage-oriented furniture, wine racks must not only fit in with your home decor, but also have to be functional. Whether ornate or simple, wine racks present the opportunity to organize and store a wine collection, while also beautifully displaying any fine and rare bottles. Luckily, wine racks now come in a variety of design options, from wall-mounted units to wooden modular racks perfect for a classic-looking wine cellar.

Whether you need a freestanding wine rack that also holds your treasured crystal glasses or simply want a nice way to store your Friday night wine bottles, you may need a little guidance to pick the perfect one for you. To help you along with this search, we tested some of our current favorite wine racks, evaluating each one based on design, assembly, durability, and overall value.

Best Overall

J.K. Adams Ash Wood 12-Bottle Wine Rack

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Made sustainably in Vermont

  • Has kind of a Nordic minimalist look

  • Customizable

What We Don't Like
  • Assembly required

If you’re shelling out for expensive wine (or even if your bottles are more on the budget side), it’s nice to have a beautiful wine rack that you can admire as you organize your bottles within it. Our favorite is the J.K. Adams Ash Wood 12-Bottle Wine Rack. (Twelve bottle spaces not enough? J.K. Adams also makes a 40-bottle wine rack option as well, which we discuss below.)

It does require a bit of assembly (the clear instructions make this part easy), but promises to be light and durable. Plus, while the standard shape is square, you can customize the rack to be longer and rectangular, or any number of geometric shapes—the unit is completely modular.

We appreciated that the rack is customizable—you can stack low and horizontal if that's the configuration that fits your space, or you can build the rack into all sorts of geometric formations if you want a more design-forward look. (You can even separate it into two different racks if you're short on space!) The unit is durable and sturdy, making us feel secure leaving our favorite bottles in the shelves. It’s also made sustainably in Vermont by a second-generation, family-owned business, yet it's still affordable.

Materials: Wood | Dimensions: 13.25 x 13.25 x 11 inches | Bottle Capacity: 12 | Weight: 1 pound | Assembly Required: Yes

J.K. Adams Wooden Ash Modular Wine Rack, 12-Bottle displayed on a wooden floor against a white wall

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Best Budget

Pengke Freestanding Wine Rack

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Light & Compact

  • Gold details add a little glamour

  • Great for countertops

What We Don't Like
  • Can't accommodate larger bottles like sparkling wine

Those who want to show off their wine collection while adding decorative flair to their kitchen or bar cart will love the Pengke gold honeycomb wine rack. And the bonus is the wallet-friendly price tag!

Measuring 10.3 x 8 x 10 inches, this free-standing countertop rack holds up to six standard bottles of wine. The geometric design means it won’t wobble or tilt, even if the bottles are placed unevenly. This rack requires no assembly—it arrives fully welded together, and the outer layer is a rust-resistant coating. The lightweight metal rods are easy to maneuver but may warp slightly if dropped or put under extreme pressure. 

We appreciated the elegant look of this wine rack, not to mention its compact design. It was also a plus to have it arrive already assembled. Because of the smaller hexagonal shape, however, each compartment will only fit standard-sized bottles of wine (we found that even the Burgundy-style bottle shape was a little tight).

Materials: Metal | Dimensions: 10.3 x 8 x 10 inches | Bottle Capacity: 6 | Weight: 13.6 ounces | Assembly Required: No

Pengke Freestanding Wine Rack displayed on a wooden surface with wine bottles displayed inside of it

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Best Wooden Modular

J.K. Adams Ash Wood 40-Bottle Wine Rack, Natural

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Made sustainably in Vermont

  • Fits into a lot of aesthetics

  • Can be modified to fit your space

What We Don't Like
  • Assembly required

As mentioned earlier, modular systems give you the opportunity to expand your wine rack as you build up your collection. J.K. Adams’ stylish 40-bottle rack, an amped-up take on its standard 12-bottler, can be customized to fit any space. Made of sustainably harvested hardwood grown in Vermont, this wine rack holds 40 bottles, with the final grid shape to be determined by your needs and space limitations. This means you can assemble the wine rack to fit your cupboard, cabinet, or cellar perfectly. It’s also infinitely expandable.

J.K. Adams offers these racks in two wood options—oak and ash—and both are backed up with a lifetime warranty.

Materials: Wood | Dimensions: 16 x 11.5 x 7.25 inches | Bottle Capacity: 40 | Weight: 22.85 Pounds | Assembly Required: Yes

Best Freestanding

Sorbus Free Standing Wine Rack

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Large capacity

  • Easy assembly

  • Slim profile

What We Don't Like
  • Assembly required

For budding wine collectors wishing to take their hobby to the next level, it’s worth investing in a larger storage system. The Sorbus Free-Standing wine rack is extremely efficient: the shelf itself has a slim profile but is able to hold up to 40 bottles of wine. This 10-tier rack holds standard still or sparkling bottles in an attractive but minimalist display. The simple design won't distract from the elegance of your wines.

This rack measures 40 inches tall and uses scalloped metal rods to secure four bottles per tier. The unit itself is sturdy, but if you plan to fill the rack to capacity, it can be mounted to a wall for extra stability.

We liked the minimalist design and large capacity of this wine rack, but we noted that wall-mounting is worth the trouble if you’re considering bottle-aging wine at home, or investing in any expensive bottles. The small metal feet are stable enough for everyday use, but might sway a little if the rack is bumped or shaken.

Materials: Metal | Dimensions:  15 x 9.50 x 39.50 inches | Bottle Capacity: 40 | Weight: 9.33 pounds | Assembly Required: Yes

Sorbus Free Standing Wine Rack, 40 Bottles displayed on a wooden floor next to a table and two houseplants

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Best for Refrigerator

mDesign Freestanding Wine Rack

mDesign Freestanding Wine Rack

Amazon

What We Like
  • Either stack them or leave them flat

  • Great for keeping bottles cold

  • Available in different configurations

What We Don't Like
  • Plastic looks cheaper

While long-term aging of your favorite whites and rosés out to be done in a proper wine fridge (or another cool, dark space), it’s fine to store wine in your regular refrigerator for up to a few days. Of course, fridges are known for getting messy, so you’ll want to pick up an easy-to-clean wine rack, like this one from mDesign. This clear plastic wine rack holds bottles horizontally and vertically, and is stackable for those who have the room.

We appreciated the ingenious concept: if you don't have a built-in wine holder in your fridge, or if you don't own a wine fridge, this unit allows a dedicated space in your fridge for wine and wine only. We liked that this unit was stackable—and while we discovered that there wasn't room in a mid-size refrigerator to stack one unit atop the other, laid side by side were able to keep our wines from rolling about on the fridge shelves. With each unit only 4 inches tall and 8 inches wide, they can fit in every type of fridge.

The shatter-resistant plastic means it can stand up to the busiest of households. As a bonus, when not in use, the rack is the perfect size to hold water bottles or sodas. mDesign also offers this rack in a few different options.

Materials:
 Plastic | Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 8 inches | Bottle Capacity: 4 | Weight: 1.63 pounds | Assembly Required: Sort of (if you stack it)

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Best Wall-Mounted

Sorbus Wall Mount Wine Rack

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Can use multiple racks vertically

  • Mounts to wall

  • Can handle different bottle shapes

What We Don't Like
  • Included mounting hardware isn't top-quality

Mounting your wine rack to a wall is one of the easiest ways to store your wine without taking up too much real estate. This option from Sorbus is perfect for a small collection and gracefully fits any home decor. The metal wine rack holds up to nine bottles, both standard and Champagne shapes, and only takes up 25 inches of wall height. The bottles lie horizontally, which helps keep the cork moist during storage.

It's worth noting that many reviewers suggest using stronger wall anchors than the included screws. We second this idea—the original anchors felt a bit flimsy, and we worried about how stable the unit would be in standard drywall. Other than that, though, we loved this unit: if you have bottles with fun, visually-forward labels, this rack feels like a great way to show them off.

Materials: Metal | Dimensions: 10 x 4 x 38 inches | Bottle Capacity: 9 | Weight: 1.4 pounds | Assembly Required: No

Sorbus Wall Mount Wine Rack, 9 Bottles displayed against a white wall next to a blue door

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Best Cabinet

Mango Steam Countertop Wine Rack

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Versatile (can be used horizontally or vertically)

  • Handles for easy moving

  • Feels very sturdy

What We Don't Like
  • Easily grown out of

The darkness of a pantry or kitchen cabinet is great for storing wine. No matter what size cupboard it is, this wine rack from Mango Steam should do the trick. 

The alloyed steel Mango Steam wine rack offers flexibility to suit your needs. For a space-saving option, this rack can be used as a three-tier vertical storage system. For a more sturdy display, or to fit under cabinets or shelves, the rack can be laid flat to form two tiers measuring 8 inches high. Made from steel with a durable powder coating, this glossy black or metallic wine rack is sure to last for decades. Each rack holds up to six standard bottles of sparkling or still wine. The vertical base doubles as handles, so you can easily maneuver the rack into a new space when needed.

We appreciated that this rack felt sturdy, and that it accommodated still and sparkling wine easily. While the product images show this product staged both horizontally and vertically, we wouldn't necessary recommend using it vertically, as this reduces the stability. When used horizontally, the rack felt more stable—but also took up more space. The handles added extra width to the rack and didn't seem necessary.

Materials: Alloy steel | Dimensions: 14.8 x 7.72 x 5.59 inches | Bottle Capacity: 6 | Weight: 1.3 pounds | Assembly Required: No

Mango Steam Countertop Wine Rack, 6 Bottles displayed on a wooden surface with wine bottles inside of it

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Best for Small Spaces

Mango Steam Wine Rack with Glass Table Top

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Amazon

What We Like
  • Glass tabletop

  • Holds almost two cases of wine

  • Feels very sturdy

What We Don't Like
  • Pricier

As a wine enthusiast is building out their collection, they might not have ample room to store the additional bottles. That’s when a piece like this 23-bottle wine rack from Mango Steam comes in handy. Less than 16 inches wide and 27 inches tall, this free-standing wine rack won’t take up too much floor space and can even be placed inside a large cabinet or closet. The wine rack is made from durable steel and comes with floor levelers for stability, while the decorative black glass top gives you extra space for accessories or accent pieces.

We were surprised at how durable this wine rack felt, considering how easy it was to put together. It's spaced well, too: it even fit our chunkier pet-nat and Champagne bottles. We also appreciated that an Allen key was included—you don't even need a screwdriver to put together the unit. We also liked the overall footprint: it's snug enough to fit in a cabinet or closet, yet simultaneously spacious enough to hold 23 bottles. 

Note that higher-end wines should be stored at a 45-degree angle, with corks facing down. This wine rack subtly slants the wines to the optimal angle. We appreciated that it lets the bottles arch downward—that's the ideal way to store wine so the liquid hits the cork, preventing oxygenation.

Materials: Pewter | Dimensions: 16 x 9 x 27 inches | Bottle Capacity: 23 | Weight: 12 pounds | Assembly Required: Yes

Mango Steam 23-Bottle Wine Rack with Glass Table Top, Pewter displayed on a wooden floor against a white wall

The Spruce Eats / Kate Dingwall 

Final Verdict

Out of all of these home-tested wine racks, J.K. Adams Ash Wood 12-Bottle Wine Rack takes our top spot. This stunning piece is made from sustainable wood in Vermont and is customizable to fit your space. If you have an extensive wine collection, the Sorbus Free Standing Wine Rack can hold up to 40 bottles and comes highly recommended.

How We Tested

All of the wine racks in this article have been carefully chosen by our editors and writers. Expert home testers spent weeks evaluating all of the products featured here. After rating each item based on a comprehensive list of methodologies, and ranking them on key attributes, our experts provided personal feedback to update this roundup.

Some of the attributes we looked for and rated each item on included assembly, design, durability, and overall value.

Mango Steam 23-Bottle Wine Rack with Glass Table Top, Pewter displayed against a beige wall with wine bottles inside it

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What to Look for in a Wine Rack

Weight

This is more of an issue if you plan on stashing your wine rack above ground level, like on a bookshelf or counter or something. If you’re placing it atop something freestanding, make sure it’s not too heavy (and won’t be too heavy with full wine bottles in it) for your piece of furniture to hold.

Dimensions

Make sure to measure the space you intend to put your wine rack in, and then compare it with the dimensions of the racks you’re considering. If your wine rack doesn’t fit your space, you’ve got a problem.

Also important is the size of the actual bottle-storage spaces within the rack, according to Rebecca Rose Phillips, managing partner and wine director at Vintage Wine + Eats in Studio City, California, and Buvette LA in Sherman Oaks, California. "Wine bottles come in different shapes and sizes," she explains, "so be cognizant of whether you collect more Burgundy-shaped bottles, Bordeaux-shaped bottles, whatever." The last thing you'd want to discover upon buying a wine rack is that your favorite bottles don't fit on it. "Just be aware that not every bottle shape is the same," says Phillips.

Capacity

This really depends on how many bottles you like to keep around. You can find racks that hold as little as one to three bottles, while others have the capacity to hold many, many more. You may find that once you have a wine rack you love that you’re inspired to buy more wine—funny how that happens!—so it can’t hurt to get one with a bit more room than you think you’ll need.

Materials

This all depends on your preference. Generally, you’ll find wine racks that are either wood or metal, but you can find ceramic versions, as well. Just know that if you’re storing this in a more humid part of your home, like a cellar, the wood could warp or discolor.

FAQs

Where should you place a wine rack?

It’s best to set up your wine rack in a cool, dry area that’s away from direct sunlight. If you leave your wine in any spot that regularly gets above 70 degrees, you risk cooking it. If the wine gets too cold, you risk drying out the cork. Keeping the cork moist is also why you want to lay your wine bottles down horizontally (unless they have a glass topper or screw-on cap).

"Obviously you want to keep it cute," says Phillips. "But the most important considerations for storing wine are temperature and light exposure. Ideally, you want the wine rack to go into a space where there's minimal light exposure and the temperature stays cool. Find where that space is, and then figure out the dimensions, and the cuteness, and everything else you like about it."

How do you organize a wine rack?

Ultimately, the best way to organize your wine rack is the way that makes sense for you. Most people who organize their wine racks go by wine type (red, white, sparkling, etc.), grape, or even country or origin. Another great way to organize your wine rack is to go through your bottles and get rid of the ones you’ll never drink. Chances are, one of your friends would be happy to take your leftover bottle.

"You definitely want to organize your wine rack in whatever way makes sense to you," says Phillips. "Maybe that means you have your drink-now bottles on the top and your special occasion bottles on the bottom, but there's no right or wrong."

How deep should a wine rack be?

Around 10 inches deep is standard. A standard wine bottle is about 12 inches tall, so this allows the neck of the bottle to jut out a bit, making it easier to see which bottles you’re stocked with.

Why Trust The Spruce Eats?

Madeline Muzzi home-tested many of the wine racks featured here. She is a Certified Sommelier and freelance lifestyle writer. Her writing has appeared on sites such as Eater, Heated, and Elemental, and her videos have been published on The Cut and in The New Yorker.

Kate Dingwall, a wine and spirits writer and a WSET-trained sommelier at a Michelin-recognized restaurant, also home-tested many of the wine racks in this piece. She has spent eight years writing about the field and over a decade as a bartender/sommelier. For this piece, Dingwall interviewed several different noted sommeliers and bartenders to find out the best way to hack your mulled wine.

Additional reporting by
Christine Clark
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Christine is freelance food writer, certified cheese expert, and podcast host. Her work has appeared in AllRecipes, Bon Appetit, and VinePair.
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