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 We have recently updated our UK map of Independent Wine Merchants .
This does not claim to be comprehensive, and some merchants are on-line only – so you may not be able to visit, but might benefit from cheaper local delivery arrangements – we always suggest a phone call before making a special journey to check what arrangements or opening times may be.
Many also offer tastings, either at their base or in other venues. We would always recommend merchants who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic – a tasting or a chat with the merchant will usually help to make the right choices.
The map features specialist independent wine merchants, although some have cleverly included gourmet foods or delicatessen or even a café or wine bar.
If you know of a good local independent specialist wine merchant or a good wine bar let us know and we will try to include them, which might help other wine lovers to discover them, support their business and help to stem the tide of big brands and big supermarkets and chains which dominate the market. SUGGEST A WINE MERCHANT/WINE BAR
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Online only merchants
Small independent wine merchant in Rutland, recently added an online shop to the high street shop:
 Oakham wines are independent wine merchants in Oakham, Rutland. We provide quality wines, malt whiskies, Havana cigars and beers of the world. The result is an extensive (often exclusive) selection of fantastically flavorsome, yet affordable wines available locally in Rutland.
“..the owner Harish is very knowledgeable.” Interesting selection of wines, Online ordering available.
Oakham Wines, 3 High Street, Oakham, Rutland LE15 6AH t:01572 757 124
The Cheltenham Food & Wine Festival takes place 15-17 June 2012 with a few wine merchants and producers.
 A highlight of the Festival, take part in informal tutored tastings, your chance to develop an even greater appreciation and understanding of Wine from around the world in a relaxed, fun interactive environment with some of the most well-known and respected wine experts in the UK, including our MC and presenter Neil Phillips, the Wine Tipster.
For more info see http://cheltenham-food-festival.garden-events.com/
Independent online merchant based in Twickenham:
CellarVie Wines’ journey started in May 2010 by father and son, Christopher and Jon, who have already created a small friendly team which has brought together a range of wines and spirits that really do deliver on true value for money.
The team is passionate about demystifying wine and breaking the traditional perceptions associated with wine, striving hard to make selection and discovery more enjoyable.
Beyond the clever wordplay is a well-designed website offering a wide range of quality wines, a loyalty scheme, customer feedback etc – good tasting notes for each wine and online ordering.
CellarVie Wines.Regal House – 3rd Floor, 70 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3QS t:0208 622 4503
An online independent wine merchant based in the Cotswolds:
 Boutique online wine retailer selling the best quality wine, port and champagne at some of the best prices. We stock wines from around the world. UK delivery is free on all orders over £95.00, and all bottles are sent elegantly wrapped in tissue paper, sealed with wax with tasting notes hung around the neck. We have a loyalty programme for regular buyers and a gift service is also available.
Our objective is to make the exclusive more accessible. We offer only the finest vintage wine and port selected from some of the most renowned vineyards as well as some rarer and lesser known gems. All our wines are offered by the bottle and are ready to drink now.
Well presented website – presentation is a major feature here – online ordering.
The Cardinals Cellar, 2a Home Buildings, Great Barrington, Burford,Oxon OX18 4UR t: 020 7193 9867
Manchester’s innovative wine merchant Hanging Ditch holds its 2009 Wine Fair on Friday 23 October 2009:-
we will have at least 100 exciting products to swirl, sniff, & slurp your way through!
The £20 ticket price includes your very own Dartington Crystal tasting glass that you get to take home. I anticipate this to sell out in advance so if you fancy coming along call the shop to book your ticket now!
For details:-
HANGING DITCH WINE MERCHANTS BRITANNIC BUILDINGS, 42-44 VICTORIA STREET, MANCHESTER, M3 1ST.
M: 07989 303 683
T: 0161 832 8222
E: ben@hangingditch.com
www.hangingditch.com
 The Bristol Wine Company is offering a series of “mini-tastings” on Saturdays 1.00pm – 5.00pm from 26 April, culminating in the Summer Tasting on 14th June.
The company’s website is evidently quite new and will hopefully be refined over the coming months.
We were somewhat bemused that the online store goes under the name of www.nationalwine.co.uk and it is not clear what the connection between them is? I think the website needs a bit of refinement to make it more legible, user-friendly and informative. It’s all a bit impersonal.
They set themselves a high benchmark- “With a wealth of wine industry knowledge and experience, matched only by our outstanding range, we’re the nation’s sharpest online wine merchant featuring a profusion of outstanding wines, whisky, spirits and Champagne.” The list is quite impressive with a wide range of products.
The Bristol Wine Company, Transom House, Victoria Street, Bristol BS1 6AH
Tel: 0117 373 0288 Fax: 0117 373 0287 Email: info@thebristolwinecompany.co.uk
Based in West Yorkshire Calder Wine Appreciation and Wine2delight, offer fine, quality wines and Spirits from around the World.
At Calder Wine Appreciation we specialise in wines from smaller family run vineyards that are passionate and focused on making great tasting wines.
We like to offer our customers wines that are different to the money focused big brands you buy in the High Street multiples or Supermarket, they taste good! All our wines provided excellent value within their price range.
No online ordering – telephone or emal orders.
Calder Wine & Whisky Calderstone Court, Middlestown, West Yorkshire, WF4 4UE t:01924 274602
>An independent wine merchant based in Chester strong on biodynamic and natural wines.
 Since 2005 Artisan Wines has a simple approach: authentic natural
wines made by small passionate producers often using biodynamic or
organic methods. Our wines are delivered to your door complete with informative
tasting notes. As we deal direct with the producers, we also offer you great prices!
We have an approach that seeks out honest wine from growers who work with passion, individuality and zest. This may be contrasted with many of the mass-produced wines retailed in the UK today. The approach and quality indicators we seek out include the following:
- a natural approach to viticulture using low interventionist methods. Many Artisan producers use organic or biodynamic methods, promoting an active eco-system;
- low yields from old vines. This produces more concentrated grapes, for wines with greater flavour and distinction!
- hand harvesting. Picking by hand ensures that only the ripest fruits arechosen, arriving in top condition in the winery;
- non-interventionist winemaking. Minimising the use of chemicals and
additives in the winery all results in a more natural product for you to enjoy
Informative website with easy navigation, online ordering and tasting notes.
Artisan Wines Overwood House, Parkgate Road, Chester CH1 6NE t:01244 851 557
Lincolnshiire specialist independent wine merchant in Spalding:
 Charterhouse Wine Co Ltd is a progressive modern wine merchant with a shop and warehouse in Spalding, South Lincolnshire. We import directly from Chile / Australia/ France & Spain and work closely with small to medium size wineries with the same goal as ourselves – the pursuit of optimum quality and the best value for money for our customers.
NB some prices on the website are excluding VAT! No online ordering.
Delivery;£7.95/case
Charterhouse Wine Co. Ltd. 210 Spalding Road, Pinchbeck,Spalding, Lincs PE11 3PB t:01775 720300
There are alread nearly 60 wine merchant tastings for May 2012 listed on the UKWOL tastings calendar and more are being added all the time – see Wine Tastings Calendar
An interesting independent wine merchant in West London
 Petit Canon is an Independent Wine Shop in Parson’s Green. We are a passionate team, dedicated to finding new and interesting wines from all over the globe at all prices, judging wines solely on value for money – our wines go from £5.65 – £100 and each and every one earns its price tag.
Website and shop – no online ordering, but wine details on site, Instore tastings available.
Petit Canon 77 Parsons Green Lane,London SW6 4JA t: 0207 731 7503
A specialist Sicilian wine merchant based in London.
The Outis story begins in 1993. Guido was an employee of a leading food and wine
company in Italy, managing the delivery of their products to private
customers. In 2001 he decided to start his own delivery service, this
time online. Within a few years his company was sending prestigious Italian wines
to all five continents, but mostly to customers in the UK. So, in 2010,
six years after finally tying the knot, Guido and his lifelong friend
Francesca founded Outis.
The inspiration behind the company is simple: to search Sicily and southern Italy for fantastic new wines produced with passion by independent estates, and to sell these fine wines exclusively to the UK market. Wines are stored in London, which means they are ready for immediate delivery.
Interesting website with info about wine tours in Sicily, online only ordering.
Outis, Suite 2 First Floor, Park House, Park Terrace, Worcester Park KT4 7JZ(office)
t:020 7193 0838
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