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Professional still & sparkling wine preservation systems

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Professional still & sparkling wine preservation systems

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The Bermar CollectionThe team at Bermar have been supplying the world’s leading still and sparkling wine preservation systems for over 25 years. From a standing start to industry standard, we’ve followed our mission statement from the outset:

We believe in thinking differently…everything we do challenges the status quo of still and sparkling wine service. We continually refocus our thoughts and ideas to ensure we make stylish, compact products that deliver supreme preservation technology in a quick and simple to use format, for bar operators around the world. Operators who use our products offer better service, to happier guests and make more money.

After early success in the UK, we set about opening up international markets and during the 90’s we successfully established European distribution and our US sister company Bermar America. We now have an ever increasing international distribution network of 45+ companies covering over 80 countries and supplying more than 50,000 customers.

Today, Le Verre de Vin technology remains the world’s number one and is now available in a fantastic range of styles with siting options to suit every business. Over the years we have listened to operators and produced products to satisfy their needs, whether that’s cabinet solutions, modular units, stand-alone products or discrete space saving systems.

We believe the award-winning wine preservation systems you will find in this brochure are the best available anywhere in the world. It is our hope that you will ‘shop’ to select the most suitable Le Verre de Vin system for your business and develop your own extended, profitable and quality guaranteed wine by the glass programme.

Contents

Introduction 1

Your Business

Restaurants, Bars, Hotels, Cafés 4

Retailers 6

Suppliers & Producers 8

Products

Le Verre de Vin Introduction 12

Classic 14

Tower 20

Portable Tower 26

Compact 32

Pod Bar Introduction 38

Pod Bar Range 40

Recipe for Success 46

Look-book 48

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Your BusinessWhatever your business, big or small, regional or

international, Le Verre de Vin can help you to grow wine sales,

boost profits and delight your customers.

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Le Gavroche have been able to

guarantee over the last 20 years

that every glass of wine served has

been in the condition the winemaker

intended, as well as completely

removing the risk of wastage.

Restaurants, Bars, Hotels, Cafés & moreThe way we drink still and sparkling wine is changing; with a growing global trend toward drinking better and spending more per glass. Worldwide, customers are looking for new, exciting tasting opportunities.

From local drinkers to fine diners, today’s consumers are more discerning, and without exception, appreciate an enticing selection of still and sparkling wines by the glass offered at various price points.

The unique technology that operates at the heart of every Le Verre de Vin allows operators to offer a flexible and extended range of still and sparkling wines by the glass. This is proven to boost sales, reduce waste and increase customer satisfaction.

Operators with Le Verre de Vin systems serve happier customers who willingly spend more on better quality glasses of wine, generating more profit for themselves in the process.

Silvano Giraldin, Le Gavroche, UK

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Customers loved it and volumes increased, not just by the glass but also on takeaway sales, our sales of Champagne have increased by over 30% in the past 12 months.

“RetailersThe increasing popularity of the ‘try before you buy’ concept is testament to the inquisitive nature of today’s wine consumer.

When customers are able to sample wines in store, particularly those higher up the quality and price scale, they are more likely to purchase a premium option than if they were buying the wine blind.

The key to successfully introducing new and premium wines to consumers is to allow them a taste

before they purchase. Given the confidence boost of a taste, consumers are proven to be more likely to ‘trade up’.

Unlike other commercial wine preservation products, Le Verre de Vin systems allow wines to be poured in front of customers from the original bottles… the Perfect Serve. This also allows the customer to engage with the bottle, read the label and get a genuine tasting experience.

Ruth Yates, Owner, Corks Out, UK

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By allocating Le Verre de Vin to an on-premise account, I can confidently predict an increase in sales of at least 20% and sometimes much, much more due to the increase in volume and the increase in spend-per-head.

Wine Suppliers & ProducersMany of the world’s leading wine producers, merchants and suppliers use Le Verre de Vin systems as tools to win, retain and grow on-premise accounts.

Whether you are a producer who is looking to open up new markets and increase penetration into on-premise accounts or an aspirational wine merchant looking for a bigger slice of the pie in a key account, Le Verre de Vin is a proven tool for generating incremental sales and revenue.

Producers, merchants and suppliers working with Le Verre de Vin can expect their customers to list and sell more valuable wines by the glass, to agree to longer term trading relationships, increased loyalty and to generate more revenue.

Contact us for details of business partnering initiatives and to learn more about monetising the supply chain; all the way from grower to consumer.

David Roles, UK&I BDM, Bodegas Riojanas

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ProductsToday, Le Verre de Vin technology remains the

World’s number one for still and sparkling wine

preservation and is now available in a fantastic

range of styles and finishes with proven reliability,

functionality and longevity – a reputation built over

25 years.

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Le Verre de Vin Range

Featuring compact design and minimal space requirement, Le Verre de Vin stand-alone systems can be installed as high-impact focal points or a discrete quality guarantee for your still and sparkling wine by the glass service. Thanks to their flexible siting options, Le Verre de Vin systems are the perfect solution for new or existing bar designs and can easily be fitted retrospectively. They are the ideal partner for operators, producers and merchants looking to maximise still and sparkling wine by the glass sales and for retail stores offering a ‘try before you buy’ service.

As standard, systems incorporate proven Le Verre de Vin still and sparkling wine preservation technology in a fully enclosed precision engineered unit, delivering proven reliability. Fitted with contemporary multi light resealing nozzles, featuring 7 different background colours to choose from (the nozzles turn amber, before changing to green when the bottle is resealed), each system can preserve an unlimited number of opened bottles for 21 days. The automatic cut off feature ensures perfect preservation each & every time a system is used.

Le Verre de Vin allows for ideal 21st century service – each glass poured in front of the customer, direct from bottle. The systems are simple and quick for staff to use, with minimal running costs.

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ClassicThe Classic Le Verre de Vin preservation system has become an iconic addition to restaurants, bars and hotels across the globe. It is the model with which the Bermar Collection has become synonymous over the past 25 years.

Le Verre de Vin is one of the best investments that I have ever made… We now offer 20 wines by the glass, our sales have gone up and it’s made it easy to increase the average spend per head.

“The Classic Le Verre de Vin system is recognised in almost all markets around the world. Redesigned to celebrate our 25th anniversary, the latest iteration has been built to incorporate everything that defines a world class still and sparkling wine preservation system.

The Classic is available in two striking, contemporary finishes: satin black and brushed steel. These complement almost all bar and restaurant designs.

Classic Le Verre de Vin systems feature embossed logos and illuminated nozzles that guide the operator through the preservation process.

Available in a dual (still and sparkling wines), still wine only or sparkling wine only configuration, the Classic Le Verre de Vin has low running costs, is quick and simple for staff to use and is easy to fit retrospectively.

Josh Reid, Owner, The Chequers, UK

What’s included with each system

• User and Installation Instructions and Welcome Pack• 20 still wine stoppers, 10 stoppers for screw cap wines and 6 sparkling wine stoppers• A pre-set CO2 regulator • 5m length of CO2 hose for connecting the regulator to a CO2 supply• A power supply configured to the exact specification of your region, complete with 1.5m

cable• Fixing kit for wall mounting• 12 month warranty• Sourcing CO2: Outside the UK the only item that needs sourcing locally is a food-grade

CO2 supply to support sparkling wine preservation. We will be happy to recommend preferred suppliers in your market, please contact us directly

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Technical Specifications

Product OptionsThe Le Verre de Vin Classic has 3 options available; Still Wine Only (BC01S), Sparkling Wine Only (BC01C) and Dual Preservation (BC02). All options available in our anniversary steel or satin black finish.

135mm

550m

m

Dimensions

Width 135mm

Height 550mm

Depth 130mm

Key Statistics

• Power supply: 24V DC• Power consumption: 30W (max)• Fusing: built in trip switch with push button reset• Supply via 24V power adaptor• Approved for markets around the world including CE

in Europe and ETL in North America• Net weight: 5 Kgs (BC02)• Gross (packaged) weight: 7.7Kgs (BC02)

Performance

• Resealing time: 2 – 5 seconds• No more than 30 reseals in any 5 minute period• Each system is pre-set to operate at altitudes

between 0 – 500m; for locations above this level please refer to the manufacturer or your local dealer

Installation

The Classic Le Verre de Vin system is supplied with full user and installation instructions and a welcome pack that contains details of everything from working practices to training notes. Whether the system is installed by a Bermar qualified engineer or supplied for DIY installation, the process is straightforward with our range of ‘how-to’ videos and a technical team on hand to guide you through every step along the way.

BC01S BC01C BC02

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Chris CooperManaging Director at Arora Hotels, UK

Case Study

Arora Hotels operate in the 4 and 5 star hotel market with discerning, well travelled customers who have high standards when it comes to all aspects of beverage service.

On their recent investment in Le Verre de Vin, Chris commented: “For us, preserving still wines and Champagne is extremely important because we can make our wine list more interesting by increasing the range of wines available by the glass. This allows us to offer wine pairings with dinners, wine flights across different grape varieties and it means we can have more of a ‘conversation’ about wine with our customers. The Le Verre de Vin system puts the customer in control of getting the wine they want without having to buy a whole bottle.

We’ve recently launched a new Champagne bar at the Sofitel London Heathrow and we simply would not be able to offer such a wide range of vintage and rosé Champagnes by the glass without a Le Verre de Vin system.

Payback on our investment has been rapid at approximately 6 months and, to be clear, the margin growth we’ve experienced has not come from increasing our prices, it has come from spend growth. By offering our customers a wider range of higher quality wines and Champagnes by the glass they are willingly trading up and spending more.

We are delighted that we made the decision to invest in Le Verre de Vin systems.”

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TowerThe Le Verre de Vin Tower is our most contemporary commercial-grade still and sparkling wine preservation system and it has been designed with input from globally renowned winemakers and Champagne Maisons.

We love that it gives us the ability to offer a wider range of still wines. The Le Verre de Vin Tower comes highly recommended and we happily endorse the product.

“ “As the newcomer to the Le Verre de Vin product family, the Tower incorporates our proven, award-winning Le Verre de Vin still and sparkling wine preservation technology. It is available in Le Verre de Vin’s three preservation technology options: still wine only, sparkling only and Dual – offering both still and sparkling wine preservation.

Le Verre de Vin Tower offers the widest possible siting versatility and can be configured to fit virtually any bar

operation; wall mounted, bar mounted or fixed to an existing wine service station.

With clean lines, a sleek embossed badge and illuminated nozzles mounted in a satin black housing, the Tower will complement any and every bar design.

Our customers love the Le Verre de Vin Tower for its contemporary design, ease of use and striking visual impact.

Club Secretary, The Garrick Club, UK

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120mm

510m

m

Dimensions

Width 120mm

Height 510mm

Depth 135mm

Key Statistics

• Power supply: 24V DC• Power consumption: 30W (max)• Fusing: built in trip switch with push button reset• Supply via 24V power adaptor• Approved for markets around the world including CE

in Europe and ETL in North America• Net weight: 6 Kgs (BC06)• Gross (packaged) weight: 9.1Kgs (BC06)

Performance

• Resealing time: 2 – 5 seconds• No more than 30 reseals in any 5 minute period• Each system is pre-set to operate at altitudes

between 0 – 500m; for locations above this level please refer to the manufacturer or your local dealer

Installation

The Tower Le Verre de Vin system is supplied with full user and installation instructions and a welcome pack that contains details of everything from working practices to training notes. Whether the system is installed by a Bermar qualified engineer or supplied for DIY installation the process is straightforward with our range of ‘how-to’ videos and a technical team on hand to guide you through at every step along the way.

Technical SpecificationsWhat’s included with each system

• User and Installation Instructions and Welcome Pack• 20 still wine stoppers, 10 stoppers for screw cap wines and 6 sparkling wine stoppers• A pre-set CO2 regulator • 5m length of CO2 hose for connecting the regulator to a CO2 supply• A power supply configured to the exact specification of your region complete with 1.5m

cable• Mounting bracket for bar-top installation or wall mounting bracket (as required)• 12 month warranty• Sourcing CO2: Outside the UK the only item that needs sourcing locally is a food-grade

CO2 supply to support sparkling wine preservation. We will be happy to recommend preferred suppliers in your market, please contact us directly

BC05S BC05C BC06

Product OptionsThe Le Verre de Vin Tower has 3 options available; Still Wine Only (BC05S), Sparkling Wine Only (BC05C) and Dual Preservation (BC06).

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Carl Heinz HabelGeneral Manager, Nobu at One&Only, South Africa

Case Study

Carl first experienced Le Verre de Vin back in 2006, when he worked as a Restaurant Manager at The Cape Grace Hotel. The Sommelier there at the time, Chris Westin, implemented an extensive wine by the glass offering, which was then a leading edge concept in South Africa. Realising that he needed a wine preservation system to be able to make this offer viable, a Le Verre de Vin system was installed. Once it was in place, Carl saw wine by the glass sales increase by nearly 400%.

Moving on to the Showroom Restaurant as Manager and Sommelier, Carl was instrumental in offering 35 wines by the glass – again this was driven by the versatility of the Le Verre de Vin system in keeping wines fresh. Carl’s next move took him to the Planet Restaurant at the Mount Nelson where, again, he had 2 Le Verre de Vin systems.

Now at Nobu, situated in the incredible One&Only Hotel on Cape Town’s glittering Waterfront, Carl again turned to Le Verre de Vin to support his extensive still and sparkling wine by the glass programme. Commenting, Carl noted that: “it’s about the guests’ experience – Le Verre de Vin allows you to offer a varied wine experience – this arena is fiercely competitive and Le Verre de Vin gives you an edge. It’s about creating memories – that’s why people come back!”

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Portable TowerThe Le Verre de Vin Portable Tower is without doubt the world’s most flexible commercial-grade still and sparkling wine preservation system. The Portable Tower is compact, easy to transport and doesn’t require any permanent installation.

Since the club began using the wine preservation system wine by the glass revenues are up 32%. A much wider and higher end selection is available to a much appreciative clientèle.

“ “The Le Verre de Vin Portable Tower incorporates our proven, award-winning Le Verre de Vin still and sparkling wine preservation technology. It is available in Le Verre de Vin’s three preservation technology options: still wine only, sparkling only and Dual – offering both still wine and sparkling preservation.

The Portable Tower’s flexible nature makes it the Le Verre de Vin system of choice in an unlimited range of temporary and permanent applications – the perfect

partner for any wine distributor or merchant, it is easily transportable for tastings, functions and private events.

Simply plug in and play with the Le Verre de Vin Portable Tower. A compact compartment houses the CO2 cylinder for our sparkling only and Dual systems to the rear, with no excess piping or wiring, and the sturdy base offers maximum flexibility when it comes to offering a professional wine by the glass solution.

Matthew Higgins, Service Director, University Club San Diego, USA

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485

mm

120mm

280mm

30m

m

Dimensions

Width 120mm

Height 485mm

Depth 135mm

Base Width 280mm

Base Height 30mm

Base Depth 500mm

Key Statistics

• Power supply: 24V DC• Power consumption: 30W (max)• Fusing: built in trip switch with push button reset• Supply via 24V power adaptor• Approved for markets around the world including

CE in Europe and ETL in North America• Net weight: 10.1 Kgs (BC06P)• Gross (packaged) weight: 13.2 Kgs (BC06P)

Performance

• Resealing time: 2 – 5 seconds• No more than 30 reseals in any 5 minute period• Each system is pre-set to operate at altitudes

between 0 – 500m; for locations above this level please refer to the manufacturer or your local dealer

Installation

The Portable Tower Le Verre de Vin system is supplied with full user and installation instructions and a welcome pack that contains details of everything from working practices to training notes. Whether the system is installed by a Bermar qualified engineer or supplied for DIY installation the process is straightforward with our range of ‘how-to’ videos and a technical team on hand to guide you through at every step along the way.

Technical SpecificationsWhat’s included with each system

• User and Installation Instructions and Welcome Pack• 20 still wine stoppers, 10 stoppers for screw cap wines and 6 sparkling wine stoppers• A pre-set CO2 regulator • Appropriate length of CO2 hose for connecting the regulator to a CO2 supply• A power supply configured to the exact specification of your region complete with 1.5m

cable• 12 month warranty• Sourcing CO2: Outside the UK the only item that needs sourcing locally is a food-grade

CO2 supply to support sparkling wine preservation. We will be happy to recommend preferred suppliers in your market, please contact us directly

Product OptionsThe Le Verre de Vin Portable Tower has 3 options available; Still Wine Only (BC05PS), Sparkling Wine Only (BC05PC) and Dual Preservation (BC06P).

BC05PS BC05PC BC06P

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Rupert BagnallOperations Director, Wadworth & Co, UK

Case Study

“As the economic situation continues to result in our customers being more and more discerning, first and foremost visiting pubs, bars and restaurants where they can rely on consistent quality, we are compelled to make sure that the best products are always available to them. It is a pleasure to be able to stock a minimum of 10 wines by the glass in all of our pubs, still and sparkling, safe in the knowledge that single serve measures will be as fresh as if ordering and opening a new bottle.

I personally believe that the introduction of Le Verre de Vin is the key reason for the year on year increase that we have shown in wines sales in our managed houses and I cannot imagine not having it in every one of our pubs. Knowing that an open bottle of wine is really only drinkable for a maximum of 3 days, the same as cask beer, whereas with Le Verre de Vin it can last 21 days, makes all the difference.

Bearing in mind the money we as an industry spend on cellar cooling and dispense equipment to help preserve the quality of our beers and soft drinks, why are we so reluctant to invest in such a brilliant system for wine? To those people saying ‘I can’t afford it’, if you take wine seriously and want to sell it by the glass, I would suggest that you cannot afford not to have it. I have no hesitation in using someone else’s quote, as it says everything – ‘Le Verre De Vin is the World’s most ingenious wine preservation system’.”

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CompactFor those with limited space available in their existing bar or restaurant configuration, the Le Verre de Vin Compact is a perfect solution. Discreet and easy to fit retrospectively, it is little wonder that the Compact model has become so popular across the globe.

Le Verre de Vin is compact, easy to use and most importantly it works flawlessly. I would have no hesitation in recommending the system to anybody.

“ “The Compact system offers a discreet under-bar solution, saving valuable space in any bar design.

Available in a contemporary black finish with an embossed logo and illuminated nozzles which guide you through the preservation process.

As part of our Le Verre de Vin product family, the Compact incorporates our proven, award-winning Le Verre de Vin still wine and Champagne preservation

technology. It is available in Le Verre de Vin’s three preservation technology options: still wine only, sparkling only and Dual – offering both still wine and sparkling preservation.

The Le Verre de Vin Compact is an ideal option for fitting retrospectively into an existing bar layout and our customers love the flexibility offered by this sleek, contemporary model.

F&B Director, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong

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177mm

135m

m

Dimensions

Width 177mm

Height 135mm

Top Depth 330mm

Bottom Depth 255mm

Key Statistics

• Power supply: 24V DC• Power consumption: 30W (max)• Fusing: built in trip switch with push button reset• Supply via 24V power adaptor• Approved for markets around the world including

CE in Europe and ETL in North America• Net weight: 7.3 Kgs (BC04)• Gross (packaged) weight: 10.2 Kgs (BC04)

Performance

• Resealing time: 2 – 5 seconds• No more than 30 reseals in any 5 minute period• Each system is pre-set to operate at altitudes

between 0 – 500m; for locations above this level please refer to the manufacturer or your local dealer

Installation

The Compact Le Verre de Vin system is supplied with full user and installation instructions and a welcome pack that contains details of everything from working practices to training notes. Whether the system is installed by a Bermar qualified engineer or supplied for DIY installation the process is straightforward with our range of ‘how-to’ videos and a technical team on hand to guide you through at every step along the way.

Technical Specifications

What’s included with each system

• User and Installation Instructions and Welcome Pack• 20 still wine stoppers, 10 stoppers for screw cap wines and 6 sparkling wine stoppers• A pre-set CO2 regulator • 5m length of CO2 hose for connecting the regulator to a CO2 supply• A power supply configured to the exact specification of your region complete with 1.5m

cable• Mounting bracket for under counter installation or counter top installation (as required)• 12 month warranty• Sourcing CO2: Outside the UK the only item that needs sourcing locally is a food-grade

CO2 supply to support sparkling wine preservation. We will be happy to recommend preferred suppliers in your market, please contact us directly

Product OptionsThe Le Verre de Vin Compact has 3 options available; Still Wine Only (BC03S), Sparkling Wine Only (BC03C) and Dual Preservation (BC04).

BC03S BC03C BC04

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Gaia GajaOwner, Gaja, Italy

Case Study

Few wineries evoke excellence and artistry the way the Gaja family name does. Gaja is one of Italy’s outstanding and most influential wine producers and is widely credited with transforming not just the image and international reputation of its native Piedmont region, but of Italy as a whole.

Gaia Gaja is the fifth generation of her family to work in the business and oversaw the investment in Le Verre de Vin systems for the producer’s cellar door and tasting rooms.

“We are delighted with our Le Verre de Vin systems! We have been using Le Verre de Vin in our Barbaresco winery for several years now, and in that time we have trusted Le Verre de Vin technology to look after the open bottles in our tasting room, safe in the knowledge that each and every pour is going to be as fresh as the first.

In fact we were so impressed with Le Verre de Vin, we decided to invest in another system for our winery. We know that there are other commercial preservation systems on the market but we chose Le Verre de Vin because it does the best job for our business and our wines.”

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Pod Bar Range

The Pod Bar range consists of stunning, beautifully lit counter top refrigeration units with integral Le Verre de Vin still and sparkling wine preservation. Pod Bars offer the perfect solution for storing red, white and sparkling wines at optimum serving temperatures, allowing wines to be presented, served and preserved with eye catching style and precision.

With their innovative, modular design, the perfect Pod Bar can be created to fit easily into any bar, and their configuration is flexible enough to allow extra Pods to be added later, without the need for further investment in wine preservation technology. The attractive coloured LED lighting options ensure that presentation is adjustable to be striking in any setting, and bottles can be displayed in gallery, standing or step configurations.

The Pod Bar is ideal for on-premise operators looking to maximise their still and sparkling wine by the glass sales, and for wine merchants and retailers to offer a ‘try before you buy’ service.

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Single Pod BarA single fridge configuration incorporating Le Verre de Vin preservation technology. Perfect for showcasing your range of still and sparkling wines available by the glass – a simple and elegant configuration.

Verti Pod BarAll the features of the Twin Pod Bar but in a bar-top friendly Verti configuration – ideal when space is at a premium.

Twin Pod BarThe ideal solution for showcasing and serving your reds and whites – twin temperature control means you can be assured of serving each glass in the exact condition the winemaker intended.

Quad Pod BarThe ultimate wine by the glass solution – showcase your entire range of wines by the glass, perhaps configured with each cabinet dedicated to a style; reds, whites, rosé and sparkling.

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540m

m10

55m

m

1055

mm

540m

m

555mm

Model: BC402Depth: 555mm (including rear spacer)

Model: BC404VDepth: 555mm (including rear spacer)

Model: BC404 Depth: 555mm (including rear spacer)

Model: BC406Depth: 555mm (including rear spacer)

555mm 985mm

985mm

Key Statistics

Le Verre de Vin Tower unit

• Power supply: 24V DC• Power consumption: 30W (max)• Fusing: built in trip switch with push button reset• Supply via 24V power adaptor• Approved for markets around the world including

CE in Europe and ETL in North America

Pod Fridge

• Power supply: 110 or 220V• Power consumption: 0.52KwH/24h (max)• Fusing: each Pod Fridge Module requires 1 power

supply socket; plug tops are fused• 7 unique LED lighting options• Independently lockable doors• Adjustable, non slip feet for correct siting• Approved for markets around the world including

CE in Europe and ETL in North America• Weights on application

Tower Performance

• Resealing time: 2 – 5 seconds• No more than 30 reseals in any 5 minute period• Each system is pre-set to operate at altitudes

between 0 – 500m; for locations above this level please refer to the manufacturer or your local dealer

Pod Fridge Performance

• Digitally selected temperature control: 4-18˚C (39-65˚F)

• Maximum capacity: 12 standard 75cl bottles• The Pod Bar is designed to operate at ambient

temperatures between 0-25˚C (32-77˚F)

Installation

The Pod Bar is supplied with full user and installation instructions and a welcome pack that contains details of everything from working practices to training notes. Whether the system is installed by a Bermar qualified engineer or supplied for DIY installation the process is straightforward with our range of ‘how-to’ videos and a technical team on hand to guide you through every step along the way.

What’s included with each system

• User and Installation Instructions and Welcome Pack

• 20 still wine stoppers, 10 stoppers for screw cap wines and 6 sparkling wine stoppers (Quad Pod Bars supplied with 40 still wine, 20 screw cap and 12 sparkling stoppers)

• A pre-set CO2 regulator • Appropriate length of CO2 hose for connecting

the regulator to a CO2 supply• A power supply configured to the specification of

your region complete with 1.5m cable• 12 month warranty• Sourcing CO2: Outside the UK the only item

that needs sourcing locally is a food-grade CO2 supply to support sparkling wine preservation. We will be happy to recommend preferred suppliers in your market, please contact us directly.

The Correct Siting

Pod Bars are ideal for bar top, table top or shelf mounting. To ensure correct operation, it is essential that the Pod Bar is located in a well-ventilated area (allow at least 50mm air flow around the entire cabinet), away from direct sunlight or any other heat source, such as spot lights, glass washers, ovens etc. Position the Pod Bar in your chosen location completely level using the adjustable feet of the cabinet.

Technical Details

Gallery Display Standing Display Step Display

Display OptionsThe Pod Bar range is complemented with 3 choices of fridge display options chosen at point of order, see illustrations below.

Luke ShimpFounder and Owner, Red Cow, USA

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Case Study

Providing a sophisticated twist on the classic neighbourhood tavern, Red Cow celebrates finely crafted eats and drinks with a focus on gourmet burgers, craft beers and fine wine. With multiple locations across Minneapolis, Red Cow employ a full-time Mixologist, Sommelier and Cicerone to curate their impressive drinks offer. Le Verre de Vin operates at the heart of this growing brand’s wine and sparkling by the glass offer.

Luke Shimp, founder of Red Cow commented; “We’d been using a previous preservation system and were having a little bit of discomfort with it, so we first spoke to Bermar Collection back in 2015. In 2016 we bought our first system and through 2017 we retrofitted Pod Bars into all of our outlets.

The Pod Bars are remarkable; the usability is great and the preservation is so much more proficient than other systems out there. I love how simple the systems are to use, coupled with great temperature control in the Pod Bars. It allows us to educate our guests about wine rather than just stuffing our knowledge down their throat. We serve our reds between 58 & 62 degrees Fahrenheit, crisp whites down to 38 and Chardonnays at 45. Each restaurant has the right wines in the right Pod at the right temperature.”

“It’s been really fun to have Le Verre de Vin systems for our sparkling wine sales too… Now we have a perfectly preserved Champagne and sparkling programme; we pour a Cava, a Prosecco and an unfiltered Prosecco alongside premium and super premium Champagnes by the glass. We get 21 days of preservation for all these wines so we’re confident opening any bottle for any customer any time of day! A perfectly preserved glass of sparkling wine, served at the right temperature from a beautiful display cabinet… to me this shows that we’re really serious about our wine programme.”

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Over 25 years and across 50,000+ customers the team at Bermar have seen most things when it comes to wine by the glass. Globally our customers now serve an average of 20 still wines and 2 sparkling wines by the glass, quite a leap from the average by the glass list when we launched Le Verre de Vin in the early 90s!

Across our customers one thing remains true: when implemented alongside a number of simple steps, Le Verre de Vin systems are proven to increase both the value and volume of wine sales, generating incremental profits from this important part of beverage service. Working with our partners from around the world we have distilled these steps down into our recipe for success - the essential ingredients needed to create and maintain a professional and profitable wine by the glass service.

Follow the ‘Recipe’ and you will be on the way to fully uncovering one of the most profitable sectors of wine retailing. Our customers have consistently found that by following the 6 steps of the ‘Recipe’ their businesses achieved a quite spectacular increase in wine by the glass sales – seeing a growth by an average of 25%.

1. Install a Le Verre de Vin still and sparkling wine preservation system; the essential technology to put a quality guarantee on your service

2. Expand your still and sparkling wine range – make sure you also select a number of premium brands

3. Display and promote your wine range to maximum effect and create a comprehensive wine by the glass list

4. Store and serve all wines at the correct temperature and present them in a clean and attractive stem

5. Train front of house staff in all aspects of the enhanced service6. Develop a sales & marketing plan to help maintain dynamism

If you would like further information on the ‘recipe for success’ then please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Recipe for Success

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Want to know more?

Please do not hesitate to contact us - We are always on hand to answer any and all queries, offering expert advice; from sales and distribution guidance to technical support.

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