524577 Sun Jun 01 08:43:33 -0700 2008 3 34 Wine 0 3739051 I have looked at all the archived threads here about wine fridges, including one that was posted about a day ago. So I have done my research and now I have made up my mind between three different fridges and would like feedback if any of you have it. My choices are based on: - What I can afford - I am looking for no more than 500-600 dollars - Most capacity for the price - Best reviewed brands here on Chowhound - Must be freestanding Option 1: Avanti WC602D 52 Bottle Digital Wine Cooler with Electronic Display This appears to be a great price. http://www.rainbowappliance.com/Refrigerators-3/Avanti-WC602D-52-Bottle-Digital-Wine-Cooler-with-Electronic-Display-8913.html?utm_medium=shoppingengine&utm_source=shopzilla&cvsfa=673&cvsfe=5&cvsfp=WC602D Option2: Danby DWC612BLP 75 Bottle Wine Cooler w/ Platinum Door Trim This also seems to be a great price for this item which has gotten good reviews here on Chowhound. http://www.beveragefactory.com/refrigerators/wine/dwc612blp.shtml Option 3: Wine Enthusiast brand got some good reviews here, too. Wine Enthusiast 50 Bottle Wine Refrigerator (1-Temp) http://www.wineenthusiast.com/E/details.asp?Ep=An/173+245//A/20879&uid=7D3AF8A6%2D463E%2D41BE%2D86A1%2D3AC1F2A5DB8F Also, is there any reason to get wooden shelves rather than metal other than aesthetics? Thanks a lot! Sun Jun 01 08:43:35 -0700 2008 82255 puma 1 3769753 I don;t know anything about those specific models, but I can tell you I had freezing problems with my Danby, but I attribute this to putting 40+ bottles in a 35 bottle chiller. Wooden shelves don't tear up your labels like some of the metal ones do...that's why I went with my Avanti....Eurocave to come in the next 2 years or so! -mJ Wed Jun 11 07:17:10 -0700 2008 3739051 192452 njfoodies 1 3771150 I have the Danby and so far no problems and really happy with it. Wed Jun 11 13:00:40 -0700 2008 3739051 199859 Condiment Queen 2 3781911 Eurocave is great.......until you have to place a service call. It took a MONTH to get a repairman to my house, and I live in the same town!! Sun Jun 15 08:25:01 -0700 2008 3771150 119594 jp62