Are you trying to make a free standing wine fridge a built in? Do you mean "width" or "depth"?

We have one in our kitchen and one in our lower level - both built-ins.

The "depth" of each lines up exactly with the base cabinets, and the handle is proud of that.

(Just like the handles on other appliances.)

A free-standing wine fridge usually needs more circulation around it as the cooling system is not as expensive.

I have a wine frig. I think it the wine frig should line up with the front line of the cabinets.

The wine frig I agree looks funny with the handle in front. If you feel comfortable take the handle off. It gives it the minimalist look with a flat front.

Unfortunately there are not too many wine frigs with minimal inset handles.

You can't build in a wine fridge that's not intended to be built in. There are ventilation requirements for the motor. You can put a free standing one in a gap between lower cabs that provides adequate ventilation. We did this because free standing ones are a fraction of the cost of built-ins, and the inevitable replacement is a lot easier. I've never shopped for anything with as many terrible reviews as built in wine fridges. I'm not sure if only the people with bad experiences leave reviews or what, but my $200 fridge works fine, and if it doesn't, I won't cry too much about it. :)

The wine fridge I want is built in. However, the depth is a bit more than my space. I’m wondering if it’s suppose to stick out a bit so the doors can open fully. My contractor told me I can fit a standard wine cooler that’s 24 inch wide But didn’t mention what the ideal depth is.

Gotcha, yes, in most cases, it has to be a little further out so the door will open. Same with a full sized fridge.