“One can recognise
an aficionado
not by his wines,
but by the manner in
which he treats them!”
“One can recognise
an aficionado
not by his wines,
but by the manner in
which he treats them!”
Rolf Butenschön was passionate about travelling to Mediterranean countries. The connoisseur knew and appreciated the good things in life, such as Mediterranean wines. Together with his wife Brigitte, he often visited local winegrowers and cellars to sample the latest harvest and unique vintages.
Very soon, he decided he did not want to miss out on this pleasure when he returned home to Hamburg. Over the course of many years he consulted with winegrowers from all over Europe, educating himself about proper storage, care and ageing of the wines, and eventually implemented his findings.
The result was Germany’s first wine storage refrigerator
On 11 January 1983, Rolf Butenschön founded Chambrair GmbH and started production of his innovative wine storage refrigerators. Chambrair combines the process of chambering, or bringing wine to room temperature, with air conditioning. The company name, which Rolf Butenschön († 10 November 2005) chose with careful consideration, remains our ambition to this day: the perfect climatization for wine.
Only the optimal climatization of a wine ensures complete satisfaction
| Older, larger red wines | + 18 °C |
| Younger, heavier red wines | + 16 °C |
| Mature, strong white wines, light white wines | + 12 °C |
| Elegant, dry white wines | + 10 °C |
| Rosé and dessert wines | + 8 °C |
| Champagne / sparkling wine | + 6 °C |
Good taste is no coincidence. Here is how you can preserve the aromas of select wines, cheeses and cigars …
The secret of excellent wines is in the cellar – in your perfectly climatized wine cellar…
The greatest pleasure, even before removing the cork – wine storage refrigerators custom-made to your individual requirements…
A fur coat lasts for eternity – as long as it is stored properly. Our fur cooling systems ensure the best climate…
Whether wooden cladding, stainless steel, or your favourite colour. Whether lasered, engraved, covered in foil or graced with your initials: You decide how your Chambrair climate cabinet will look!
We are also happy to carry out engravings, personal quotations, wishes or dedications for you:
“Life is too short to drink poor wine” (Goethe)
“Very best wishes on your anniversary!”
“For a very special Epicurean!”