Panthaire Wine Cellar Cooling Unit | APEX5000

Panthaire — Wine Cellar Cooling Designed for Canada

Panthaire develops specialized cooling systems for residential and commercial wine cellars. Designed and assembled in Canada, the APEX Series combines precise temperature control, quiet operation and ducted installation to create stable conditions for wine storage and ageing.

Cooling Designed for Wine Cellars

A properly designed wine cellar requires more than a standard air-conditioning system. Room volume, insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and airflow all influence cooling performance.

Panthaire APEX systems are designed around a ducted configuration that allows the cooling equipment to be located outside the wine cellar. Conditioned air is then distributed through dedicated supply and return ducts, helping reduce noise and vibration within the wine room.

Digital temperature control is designed to maintain stable conditions around 14°C, depending on system settings and project conditions.

The Panthaire APEX Series

Panthaire offers several capacities to match different wine cellar sizes and project requirements.

APEX 3500
A compact solution for smaller wine cellars. It delivers 3,353 BTU/h and can be suitable for rooms of approximately 900 cu. ft. with R-20 or better insulation, depending on project conditions.

APEX 5000
Designed for medium-sized wine cellars, the APEX 5000 delivers 4,462 BTU/h and can be suitable for rooms of approximately 1,200 cu. ft. with appropriate insulation.

APEX 7000
The high-capacity solution in the APEX range delivers 6,346 BTU/h and can be suitable for wine cellars of up to approximately 2,000 cu. ft. when insulation and thermal load conditions allow.

Proper sizing should always account for room volume, insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and other heat sources.

Quiet, Discreet Wine Cellar Cooling

One of the key advantages of Panthaire is its ducted design. The cooling unit can be installed away from the wine cellar, keeping the equipment out of the room and reducing the presence of noise and vibration around the collection.

This approach is particularly well suited to glass-enclosed wine cellars, residential wine rooms and projects where both aesthetics and acoustic comfort matter.

Designed in Canada

Panthaire develops its systems with Canadian wine cellar projects in mind. The APEX Series is designed and assembled in Canada and supported across North America.

Whether a project is located in Quebec or elsewhere in Canada, the right cooling system should be selected according to the actual characteristics of the wine cellar rather than bottle capacity alone.

Panthaire at Vin & Passion

At Vin & Passion, Panthaire complements our selection of specialized wine storage and cellar climate-control solutions.

Our expertise helps customers evaluate the appropriate system for their project, whether they are building a residential wine cellar, glass wine wall, dedicated wine room or commercial installation.

Choosing the right wine cellar cooling system depends on room volume, insulation, glass area and duct configuration. For custom projects, a project assessment helps determine the appropriate cooling capacity.

Panthaire FAQ

What is Panthaire?

Panthaire is a Canadian brand specializing in wine cellar cooling systems. Its APEX Series includes ducted systems designed to maintain stable conditions in residential and commercial wine cellars.

What is a ducted wine cellar cooling system?

A ducted system places the cooling equipment outside the wine cellar and connects it to the room through dedicated ductwork. Conditioned air is supplied to the cellar while warm air is returned to the system, keeping the equipment outside the wine storage space.

Which Panthaire model should I choose?

The right model depends on cellar volume, insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and overall thermal load. The APEX Series includes the APEX 3500, APEX 5000 and APEX 7000.

What are the capacities of the Panthaire APEX systems?

The APEX 3500 delivers 3,353 BTU/h, the APEX 5000 delivers 4,462 BTU/h and the APEX 7000 delivers 6,346 BTU/h. Effective room coverage varies according to insulation and project conditions.

Why install the cooling unit outside the wine cellar?

A ducted installation keeps the equipment outside the room, which can reduce noise and vibration within the cellar while allowing for a cleaner architectural integration.

Is Panthaire suitable for glass wine cellars?

Yes. Large glass surfaces can create additional thermal load, however, so system sizing should account for the glass area, insulation, orientation and ambient temperature.

What temperature should a wine cellar maintain?

The ideal temperature depends on the intended storage conditions, but a stable environment around 12°C to 14°C is commonly targeted for wine storage and ageing. Temperature stability is particularly important.

Are Panthaire systems noisy?

APEX systems are designed for quiet, low-vibration operation. Because the equipment can be located outside the wine cellar, ducted installation can further reduce the acoustic presence of the system within the room.

Is Panthaire made in Canada?

The APEX systems are designed and assembled in Canada. Panthaire is based in Montreal.

What warranty comes with Panthaire APEX systems?

APEX systems are covered by a limited two-year warranty for parts and labour, subject to the manufacturer’s warranty terms.

How should a wine cellar cooling system be sized?

Sizing should take into account cellar volume, insulation, glass area, ambient temperature and heat sources. An improperly sized system may not maintain the desired wine cellar conditions efficiently.