Cellar Consultation Services

Wine Cellar Services

Distinguished Design, Construction, Consulting and Stocking

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“In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.” This old saying aptly describes the dilemma people commonly face when confronted with the highly complex task of designing and constructing a sophisticated wine cellar. There is a real lack of indepth experience and competence available to help them.

Internet and catalog firms typically produce frequently flawed, cookie cutter designs with problems like mismatched racks, poor visual appeal, improper lighting and dysfunctional climate control systems.

Architects and builders without extensive wine cellar experience often commit technical mistakes that range from inefficiency to complete disasters, potentially costing the wine collector thousands of dollars. A fireplace may look nice, but does not belong in a room requiring a constant 70% humidity and 55 degree temperature.

Pantheon Wine Cellar Services’ President, Johnson Ho, provides unsurpassed expertise and over 25 years of experience in the design, construction, consultation and stocking of upscale wine cellars. Setting the Platinum standard for this specialty, hundreds of our cellars grace the homes of the corporate and social elite around the nation. The Chicago Tribune, North Shore Magazine and Sheridan Road Magazine have featured his work extensively.

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With access to top suppliers around the world, Pantheon Wine Cellar Services offers you the flexibility of selecting the best materials and equipment without limitations. Each wine cellar project presents unique challenges and we will develop the optimal solution for your specific needs. Our global research trips and leading-edge technical expertise consistently yield the best results. Demanding wine collectors, architects and builders have learned to trust Pantheon Wine Cellar Services’ advice implicitly.

From complex challenges to singular solutions

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Having visited most of the architectural highlights of Eastern and Western civilization as well as hundreds of legendary wine estates, Johnson possesses a cross-dimensional appreciation for culture, design esthetics and technical requirements for wine storage solutions.

His goals are straightforward: visual appeal, drama, efficiency, accessibility, safety, ease of use, flexibility and value. Feng Shui, recycled/reclaimed antique materials, historic themes, rare wine accessories, art works or high tech tools are welcome features in his work. Our cellar services simplify multiple challenges into one elegant solution.

Welcome & Cheers!

Johnson Ho

My name is Johnson Ho. For over 50 years I have traveled more than one million miles around the world to learn the art of fine living with class and culture. My knowledge-driven Chinese upbringing, prestigious German schooling and American scientific education have provided me with the gravitas for a superb appreciation of the epicurean arts. By “standing on the shoulders of the giants of history”, my understanding of nature, nurture and harmony distinguishes my expertise. I dispell wine myths constantly, and provide culturally rich and relevant perspectives to my clients’ wine enlightenment.

Over 30 years ago, I observed how American consumers had to struggle when looking for optimal wine selections in typical liquor stores that lacked real expertise. That inspired me to pioneer many helpful concepts for fine wine retailing. Numerous top publications have featured my innovative techniques since 1978. When I conceived and launched Pantheon Wine Shoppe in 2006, I set the stage for another new genre of wine merchandising: a world class wine selection enhanced by private personal tutorials for serious oenophiles. This personalized approach has proven to be incredibly successful. The brightest and most successful professionals in greater Chicago quickly embraced Pantheon as their favorite wine oasis. It has quickly grown into a quality leader in the market.

For the many wine lovers unable to frequent our shop, we have started recording a series of our wine tasting sessions. They are just like the convivial rendez-vous that top business executives, wealthy socialites and passionate connoisseurs have enjoyed in our salon for years. If you want to add class, culture and confidence to your wine appreciation, our serendipitous wine tasting kits will assist you in identifying your personal preferences. From proper pronunciation to serving advice, our comprehensive programs enlighten, enrich and empower your wine appreciation with cultivated panache. My fascinating insights and often hilarious anecdotes turn each session into true infotainment. Market Watch Magazine recognized this by naming me “The Windy City’s Wizard of Wine” in 2000.

Now you, too, can stand on the shoulders of the giants to explore L’Art de Vivre, the art of fine living, enhanced by La Joie du Vin, the joy of wine.

Come for a taste and leave with a joyous peace of mind.


	Cellar Consultation Services Wine Cellar Services Distinguished Design, Construction, Consulting and Stocking Click to Enlarge “In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.” This old saying aptly describes the dilemma people commonly face when confronted with the highly complex task of designing and constructing a sophisticated wine cellar. There is a real lack of indepth experience and competence available to help them. Internet and catalog firms typically produce frequently flawed, cookie cutter designs with problems like mismatched racks, poor visual appeal, improper lighting and dysfunctional climate control systems. Architects and builders without extensive wine cellar experience often commit technical mistakes that range from inefficiency to complete disasters, potentially costing the wine collector thousands of dollars. A fireplace may look nice, but does not belong in a room requiring a constant 70% humidity and 55 degree temperature. Pantheon Wine Cellar Services’ President, Johnson Ho, provides unsurpassed expertise and over 25 years of experience in the design, construction, consultation and stocking of upscale wine cellars. Setting the Platinum standard for this specialty, hundreds of our cellars grace the homes of the corporate and social elite around the nation. The Chicago Tribune, North Shore Magazine and Sheridan Road Magazine have featured his work extensively. Click to enlarge With access to top suppliers around the world, Pantheon Wine Cellar Services offers you the flexibility of selecting the best materials and equipment without limitations. Each wine cellar project presents unique challenges and we will develop the optimal solution for your specific needs. Our global research trips and leading-edge technical expertise consistently yield the best results. Demanding wine collectors, architects and builders have learned to trust Pantheon Wine Cellar Services’ advice implicitly. From complex challenges to singular solutions Click to Enlarge Having visited most of the architectural highlights of Eastern and Western civilization as well as hundreds of legendary wine estates, Johnson possesses a cross-dimensional appreciation for culture, design esthetics and technical requirements for wine storage solutions. His goals are straightforward: visual appeal, drama, efficiency, accessibility, safety, ease of use, flexibility and value. Feng Shui, recycled/reclaimed antique materials, historic themes, rare wine accessories, art works or high tech tools are welcome features in his work. Our cellar services simplify multiple challenges into one elegant solution.	Welcome & Cheers! My name is Johnson Ho. For over 50 years I have traveled more than one million miles around the world to learn the art of fine living with class and culture. My knowledge-driven Chinese upbringing, prestigious German schooling and American scientific education have provided me with the gravitas for a superb appreciation of the epicurean arts. By “standing on the shoulders of the giants of history”, my understanding of nature, nurture and harmony distinguishes my expertise. I dispell wine myths constantly, and provide culturally rich and relevant perspectives to my clients’ wine enlightenment. Over 30 years ago, I observed how American consumers had to struggle when looking for optimal wine selections in typical liquor stores that lacked real expertise. That inspired me to pioneer many helpful concepts for fine wine retailing. Numerous top publications have featured my innovative techniques since 1978. When I conceived and launched Pantheon Wine Shoppe in 2006, I set the stage for another new genre of wine merchandising: a world class wine selection enhanced by private personal tutorials for serious oenophiles. This personalized approach has proven to be incredibly successful. The brightest and most successful professionals in greater Chicago quickly embraced Pantheon as their favorite wine oasis. It has quickly grown into a quality leader in the market. For the many wine lovers unable to frequent our shop, we have started recording a series of our wine tasting sessions. They are just like the convivial rendez-vous that top business executives, wealthy socialites and passionate connoisseurs have enjoyed in our salon for years. If you want to add class, culture and confidence to your wine appreciation, our serendipitous wine tasting kits will assist you in identifying your personal preferences. From proper pronunciation to serving advice, our comprehensive programs enlighten, enrich and empower your wine appreciation with cultivated panache. My fascinating insights and often hilarious anecdotes turn each session into true infotainment. Market Watch Magazine recognized this by naming me “The Windy City’s Wizard of Wine” in 2000. Now you, too, can stand on the shoulders of the giants to explore L’Art de Vivre, the art of fine living, enhanced by La Joie du Vin, the joy of wine. Come for a taste and leave with a joyous peace of mind.

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