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Our namesake the Baltimore Clipper Schooner, "Vigilant" sailed commercially on the world's oceans for over 130 years. For us here at Vigilant it represents superior design, durability, dependability and value. All of the wine cellars, wine racks, wine cellar doors, custom cabinetry and millwork, cigar and gun cabinets that bear the Vigilant name are crafted with those values in mind. We build our products using the finest materials and craftsmanship for the enjoyment of our customers.
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New Wine Cellar Project – Briarcliff, NY

Posted By Vigilant on August 31, 2010

Installed by Gallagher Custom Wine Cellars

This wine cellar is a great example of how our kit wine racks can be combined with custom wine cellar elements to create a great looking wine cellar. Notice the vaulted ceilings and custom features that work to create a stunning addition to the home.

This wine cellar contains individual wine rack bottle storage, wine tasting tables with storage, custom stonework, and granite countertops.

Briarcliff, NY Wine Cellar Briarcliff, NY Wine Cellar
Briarcliff, NY Wine Cellar Briarcliff, NY Wine Cellar

Total Capacity: 2,651 bottles

Product Features

  • Diamond Bin
  • 10 Column Double-Deep Table
  • 10 Column Individual Wine Racks
  • Custom Granite Countertops
  • Custom Stonework
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Where can I use commercial wine display racks?

Posted By Jacob on August 4, 2010

Uses for commercial wine display racks are limited mostly by your imagination. Just as every restaurant and retail store has a different style, every commercial wine display has a different design.

Some commercial wine displays are used mostly for storage. Stores that sell a large quantity of a limited number of wines might use wine cubes to separate each type. This makes it easier for consumers to find what they want.

Wine stores that offer a few bottles of many unique, or boutique, wines, might opt for a system of interlocking cubes so that all of the specialized wine inventory can be displayed to shoppers.

Retailers that deal in high-end wines, might also wish to include a locking rack to prevent theft. Such a rack is a perfect place for those Bordeaux and expensive Champagnes.

Not all commercial wine racks have to be on the sales floor. Wine racks are also useful in the store room for excess inventory or to hold special orders.

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New Wine Cellar Project – Bethlehem, PA

Posted By Jacob on July 21, 2010

Installed by Gallagher Custom Wine Cellars

This custom wine cellar is simply a thing of beauty. With a full glass paneled window and glass french door entrance, this wine cellar has it all. Floor to ceiling biby displays and vertical display bins, high reveal displays and custom half-height individuals.

This cellar also showcases a 32″ Tuscan table in the center and a ladder system to reach the wine at the highest points.

Bethlehem, PA Wine Cellar Bethlehem, PA Wine Cellar
Bethlehem, PA Wine Cellar Bethlehem, PA Wine Cellar

Total Capacity: 2,606 bottles

Product Features

  • 32″ Tuscan Table
  • Custom Biby Displays
  • Half-height Individuals
  • Full Height Ladder System
  • Custom Stonework
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What are the benefits of using commercial wine racks in restaurants?

Posted By Jacob on June 30, 2010

Restaurants are about food, right? Wine is just an accompaniment to the wonderful things coming out of the kitchen. Well, yes and no. Wine can be a restaurant draw in its own right. Wine magazines, such as Wine Spectator, regularly rank restaurants around the country on the diversity and creativity of their wine lists. Other ranking organizations, such as AAA and Mobil Guides, require a restaurant to have a well-conceived wine list in order to quality for their highest rankings.

Commercial wine display racks in a restaurant’s dining room inform guests soon that a restaurant is serious about wine. Having a separate wine-tasting room located in or just away from the dining area adds an extra bit of panache and style. It also provides a temperature-controlled and secure place to store the wine inventory.

Commercial wine display racks also make it easy for the wine steward and dining room servers to access a chosen wine. No diner wants to wait 15 minutes or more while the staff goes searching for that particular bottle.

Wine display racks in restaurants also solve a major design problem. Using wine as decoration is functional and stylish.

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New Wine Cellar Project – Sudbury, MA

Posted By Jacob on June 2, 2010

One of our favorite wine cellars, the Sudbury cellar reflects the true beauty in our custom lacuered wine racks. The custom built soffit that extends the entire length of the wine cellar and the horizontal bottle cradles for large format storage all make this wine cellar an award winner in our book.

Enjoy the view of the high profile wine serving and decanting area with the stonework and recessed lighting.

Sudbury Wine Cellar Sudbury Wine Cellar Sudbury Wine Cellar

Total Capacity: 1,300 bottles

Product Features

  • Custom soffited ceilings
  • Custom individual wine racks
  • Custom countertops around the entire cellar
  • Tabletop displays and bottle cradles
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