If you have too much humidity your wine can grow mold. They knew that to keep wine tasting the best, it must be stored in a cool, dark and somewhat humid house.
Most 750 ml bottles are about 11-12 inches high; the diameters generally are about 3-3.5 inches, so size is important. https://telegra.ph/Beer-Looks-To-Be-Making-Big-Moves-For-The-Duration-Of-Classic-Wine-Country-06-10