Wine racks are necessary if you’re stocking up on good wine. A wine cooler or a wine refrigerator can pose as alternatives but they can be bulky and may easily run out of space for your growing wine collection. So what you want to look for in a wine rack is one that will hold as many bottles in your collection without eating up too much space and without being an eyesore.
A well-designed small wine rack can be a life- and party-saver. It can hold enough bottles to keep a party going and it’s perfect for tight spaces.
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A. Wall Mounted Wine Racks
1. Dazone 5-Bottle Metal Wall Mount Wine Rack
This is a nice 5 bottle hanging wine rack to go with. Sure, it can hold 5 bottles, but that does not mean you should drink all of them in a single night! The bottles are held upside down, not so they are easier to pour, but so that the cork does not dry out. This is a good compact hanging wine rack to go with, perfect if you don’t have enough space for a whole bar and wine rack combo.
It also has a 5 glass rack, so you can keep the glasses right beside the bottles for fast pouring action. The frame is made of durable and nice looking metal, plus it is easy to mount as well. It’s a great choice for any wine lover indeed.
Pros
- Durable metal design
- Simple yet elegant
- Space for 5 bottles
- Can hold 5 glasses
- Corks do not dry out
- Fairly easy to mount
Cons
- Does not come with adequate mounting hardware
2. Waco Wine Rack
Unlike the first option, this wind rack keeps the bottles under one another on large hook-like racks. We like this option because it is nice and compact. It keeps the bottles under one another, thus making this rack perfect for a wall which does not have much horizontal room for you to work with.
This is probably the most simplistic looking wine rack around, which is nice because it does not make a wall look too cluttered or busy. This particular rack is very easy to mount on any wall or wall stud. The metal frame of this particular hanging wine rack is durable enough to hold up a few wine bottles; just don’t try and do any pull-ups on it after you’ve drunk a bottle or two.
Pros
- Great for narrow spaces
- Very simplistic design
- Easy to mount
- Durable frame
- Holds 5 bottles
Cons
- Bottles are not all that securely held
3. Bamboo 5 Bottle Stackable
This particular hanging wine rack is another choice suitable for small kitchens and hangout areas. It is a narrow wine rack which has the bottles underneath one another. It’s a good choice if you don’t have much horizontal wall space. You can always place a few of these racks beside each other if you please. The bamboo design of this rack makes it very appealing to the eye.
It works well with darker walls but does generally fit with most home décor. It can make a last minute gift or a well thought out present too. This rack does not require any assembly, plus it is fairly easy to mount as well. It may be simple, but bigger and more complex is not always better.
Pros
- No assembly
- Easy to mount
- Good for limited space
- Nice bamboo look
- Works well with most décor
- Can hold 5 bottles
Cons
- Not the most durable
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B. Tabletop & Countertop Wine Racks
1. Sorbus Bamboo Foldable Countertop Wine Rack
This is a really elegant yet simple tabletop wine rack to consider. It is made with real wood for a durable design, plus it features a dark finish, thus helping the wine bottles really stand out. Wood is something that always looks nice no matter what the location. The design of it is ideal for matching with pretty much any kind of décor.
We like how this wine rack folds up, so you can easily store it somewhere when you don’t need it. It has enough room to comfortably fit 6 bottles, 3 on top and 3 on the bottom. It may not be the fanciest or most complex of wine racks, but it does look nice, it saves space and keeps the bottles exactly where they are supposed to be, at least until it’s time to start drinking anyway.
Pros
- Holds 6 bottles
- Space saver – folds up
- Holds wine bottles securely
- Made of wood
- Nice dark finish
Cons
- May have balance issues if not all 6 bottles are present
- Make sure to have bottles in the bottom, not only the top
2. Cole & Grey Tabletop Wine Rack
If you are worried about not being fancy or elegant enough, this wine rack can definitely help you out with that. It features a classic pyramid wine holder shape with 3 tiers. It holds 3 bottles on the bottom, 2 in the middle, and 1 on top. We aren’t saying you should put the best wine on top to show off, but it is definitely a possibility. It is made with real metal, so it is fairly heavy, but also very durable and stable too.
This thing definitely won’t tip over or break under the weight of a few bottles. The black finish may not look all that bright, but it helps to provide a good accent for your wine bottles. We like that it is fairly compact because it can be easily kept on a smaller table or countertop without getting in the way of your meal prep or cooking.
Pros
- Simple black finish
- Durable and stable metal
- No assembly required
- Space-saver
- Holds 6 bottles
- Cool pyramid look
Cons
- Bottles don’t sit very snug
3. Jodhpuri Tabletop Wine Rack
While it won’t hold a whole cellar’s worth of wine bottles, this rack is the first rack on the list which can hold 9 bottles instead of 6. Get ready guys, this particular rack is for all of the heavy drinkers out there. It is a nice 9-bottle wine rack made of shiny polished steel. The interior is made of aluminum to keep it fairly lightweight. It is a really modern and contemporary looking wine rack that works well with modern homes, especially on a glass or granite table or countertop.
The design of this rack is very unique, but it is also a space saver. The bottles are held in a 3 x 3 manner, thus helping you store quite a few wine bottles without eating up too much space. This holder weighs around 3 pounds, so you know that it has some heft and stability to it. Heck, if you don’t want it for wine bottles, maybe it could work well as a self-defense tool.
Pros
- Space saving design
- Polished metal – shiny
- Really modern look
- Works well with modern homes
- Can hold 9 bottles
- Very durable and well built
Cons
- Unstable with wine at the top
4. VintageView VV-MINI 6 Bottle Table Top Metal Wine Rack
This vintage wine rack is the perfect choice for any person with limited space. It is a tabletop version, but it holds 2 bottles side by side, and 3 high. Therefore, it helps save quite a bit of space while still being able to hold 6 bottles. Being taller than it is wide makes it great for get-togethers in small spaces. This is a really durable metal wine rack that is surely not going to break under the weight of a few bottles, especially once you get around to drinking them.
The satin black finish not only looks nice on its own but makes for a great complement to your already existing décor. The bottles are held on simple hook holders which are shown to keep the bottles securely in place. Unless it is because of you drinking them, you don’t have to worry about the bottles spilling or breaking. It does require a bit of assembly, but it is no huge deal.
Pros
- Durable metal frame
- Nice black finish
- Holds bottles securely
- Can hold 6 bottles
- Space-saver
Cons
- Requires assembly
5. J & J Wire Tabletop Wine Rack
This is one of the smaller wine racks here today. It can only hold 4 bottles, but boy does it ever hold them well. This is a horizontal tabletop wine rack, so it keeps the 4 bottles side by side. Some people like this because it helps ensure stability so the rack does not tip over. The bottles are snuggly held by diamond-shaped 
racks.
One thing that can be said is that this particular wine rack does look really nice. It is made out of durable metal and features a solid black finish for a certain amount of elegance. It is not a big rack, so it does help save some space, but it is horizontal in nature, so it does need a bit of tabletop room to house properly. It’s a great option for a small cabinet top dedicated to wine.
Pros
- Durable metal build
- Nice black finish
- Holds wine bottles securely
- Help save space
- Works well with most decor
Cons
- Only holds 4 bottles
6. Merl Countertop Lightweight Metal Wine Rack
This is the most unique and cool-looking tabletop wine rack here today. It features the classic pyramid shape, with 3 bottles on the bottom, 2 in the middle, and 1 on top. However, each of the individual holders is in the shape of a hexagon. The whole thing is made of durable metal and features a golden finish.
It’s a great option for modern and contemporary homes where style is a big consideration. It can hold 6 full size and even oversized bottles, and the pyramid design does help save some space. The metal may be durable, but it is also fairly lightweight, yet another bonus. It makes a great option for any table, countertop, or mini bar area.
Pros
- Really sleek and modern design
- Gold finish for modern homes
- Neat pyramid shape design
- Holds 6 bottles
- Quite durable
Cons
Not too stable
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C. Stackable Wine Racks
1. Spectrum Euro HiLo 7-Bottle Wine Rack
This is a very unique-looking wine rack indeed. It holds a total of 7 bottles, with 4 on the lower level and 3 on the upper level. This helps ensure that this rack has a low center of gravity and is thus fairly stable. It definitely won’t fall or tip over with your wine bottles on it. It comes in at 3.4 pounds, so you know it has some good weight to it. This is more or less a horizontal wine rack, so you do need a bit of space for it.
Also, the cradles are specially designed to hold your wine bottles very securely. This is a fairly small and compact stackable wine rack, one that is ideal for small tables, counters, and other tight spaces too. The metal frame is very solid and built to last for a long time to come, plus the silver finish looks really nice in pretty much any setting.
Pros
- Fairly stable
- Durable build
- Nice silver finish
- Good for tight spaces
- Works well with most décor
Cons
- Doesn’t work too well for larger bottles
2. Rabbit Space-Saver Wine Rack
This is a really neat stackable wine rack to go with. If you like your wine but are also tight on space, it’s a good option to keep in mind. This rack is only 8 inches high and 12 inches wide, but it can still hold 6 full bottles of wine. Even better is that it can collapse into a small and compact package when not in use for easy storage.
The high tensile steel and plastic connecters make for a really durable rack. Your bottles might not be safe from your unquenchable thirst, but at least they are safe for as long as they are on the rack. The design of this rack does make it fairly stable, plus it does hold bottles with great security. What is really neat is that you can stack multiples of this rack on top of each other.
Pros
- Durable
- Stable
- Good looking
- Space-saver
- Collapses for storage
- Stackable
Cons
- Becomes unstable when stacked
3. Mango Steam 6 Bottle Wine Rack
This particular rack is similar to the previous one in the sense that it holds 6 wine bottles, 3 on the bottom and 3 on top. Also, you can stack multiple racks on top of each other for those big party nights. It’s a good space saver thanks to its stackable nature, plus it is only about a foot wide, making it great for smaller counters and tables.
What is also cool here is that you can place this rack vertically as well as horizontally. If you don’t have much horizontal space on your table, probably because of all the wine glasses, this rack makes for a great space-saving choice. The black and silver metal frame is elegant, sophisticated, and also simple at the same time. It is definitely durable and stable enough to hold a few wine bottles.
Pros
- Stackable
- Space-saver
- Can be used vertically or horizontally
- Fairly stable
- Durable
- Chic and modern design
Cons
- Somewhat unstable when stacked
- Vertical placement is not too stable
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D. Conclusion
When it comes to small wine racks, whether stackable, table-top, or hanging, there are plenty of good options for you to go with. Just don’t drink too much wine before purchasing any of the above models. Purchases are best made with a sober mind!
