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    5.0 (1 review)

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    Joseph Barnes Wines - Bodegas Urbina Rioja Gran Reserva 2004

    Joseph Barnes Wines

    5.0(2 reviews)
    28.7 mi

    The aim of Joseph Barnes Wines is to introduce interesting and unusual handcrafted wines from…read moresmall, independent producers and constantly seek out new and exciting wines that are rarely available elsewhere but still represent great value for money. Strike a good relationship with them and the road to better drinking begins.

    I'm no wine connoisseur, in fact I'd be more likely to choose a £5 bottle of California white from…read moreTesco but I can't recommend this shop highly enough! Located on one of the tiny side streets of Saffron Walden its a bit of a hidden gem. They've made the most of the space they've got with floor to ceiling wine racks, but it feels well organised and cosy rather than crowded. The wines come in at a variety of price points, starting at around £6 and going up to £50+, so there's something for everyone, but what really makes this a great place to shop is the owner, Charles. If you visit on a week day you're likely to get him to yourself, which may sound a little daunting to those who don't know their Chardonnay from their Savignon Blanc, but there's nothing to worry about. He's helpful, informative and not at all pushy, whether you're spending £10 or £100. He will advise not only on the wine itself, but also which meals it compliments, so you can get the most out of your purchase. If you frequent the shop on a Saturday you can look forward to a free wine taster while you browse and when I visited just before Christmas there was even a butler (in full outfit) serving the wine. Even if the shop is busy you wont be ignored and you never feel rushed. But my absolute favourite thing about Joseph Barnes Wines is the story behind each bottle, which Charles will tell you while he wraps it up. Maybe he's making it up as he goes along, but I get the impression that he really does know what he's talking about and it makes the whole thing feel more like an experience than popping into the supermarket for a bottle of plonk. The only think that could make this better would be if he had some cards to include with wine bought as a gift, so that the recipient could learn the story behind their wine too.

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    Sheldon's Wine Cellars

    Sheldon's Wine Cellars

    5.0(2 reviews)
    61.9 mi
    ££

    This is a superb wine shop to stop at if you're passing through, it has a very interesting and…read moreinspired selection and the people running the place are very knowledgable and enthusiastic. I'm not a wine connoisseur as I have a preference for beer so spend my time drinking that, but we picked up a few bottles of red from the under £10 section and they were all fantastic. The budget section was large enough for anyone but they also had far more wines which were pricier, and I'm sure of great interest to those who are into their wine. They run wine tasting classes if you're getting into the field, and to my pleasure they also stock a small selection of interesting real ales.

    This very old, well-established wine merchant in the centre of Shipston is the spot to go if you…read moreneed to buy wine other than standard, supermarket-pushed brands. The staff are really knowledgeable and pleasant; the selection is outstanding (from budget to top quality fine wines) and its location is very handy with plenty of parking. I've bought a variety of wines from here from cheap and cheerful to exceptional and never been disappointed. Its worth going on a wine tasting visit which is fairly priced, incredibly interesting and of course, you get the chance to sample some lovely wines. The tour of their huge cellars while listening to an overview of their history is truly fascinating. They are looking at doing some fairly major and sympathetic development in their courtyard very soon which will be a joy to experience, I'm sure. Having the opportunity to sit and quaff in such lovely surroundings will be fantastic. Remember, if a wine is stocked by a supermarket, Sheldon's won't carry it! Very highly recommended!

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    Jeroboams

    Jeroboams

    4.3(3 reviews)
    55.9 miNotting Hill
    ££

    I'm not one to venture this far west unless it's for something special, and, much to my surprise,…read morethis particular branch of Jeroboams is certainly one to travel out of the way for. I can't speak for all the Jeroboams shops - I've only ever been to this one, and even then, just once - but I was rather surprised to find that not only did this branch have a fine selection of wines, they also had a great selection of spirits, including a certain Japanese whisky which led me to this shop. Despite the seemingly posh sounding name, and its location in west London, I found prices in this shop more than fair, even for the hard-to-find whisky. Tom, the person manning the shop the day I visited, certainly knows his stuff. He's not just enthusiastic about wine, but also spirits and where you can enjoy them, which is why you can find craft gins, quality tonic water and other kinds of alcohol in addition to what Jeroboams is known for - wine. He's also the guy behind their Twitter feed, which, if you're a fan of good alcohol and happen to live nearby (or even if you don't, I'd encourage you to follow so that you know what special offers and tastings are on, or, in my case, when certain vintages have arrived! Definitely a place to go to if you're looking for sound advice and something special.. or even if you're not.

    I always come here when I need a special wine for a posh dinner party…read more Actually, I have found that Jeroboams is no more expensive than Oddbins across the road, and you are served by people who really know their stuff. I like the fact that they are very neighbourly and help out Mr Christian's next doors - and vice versa. It is a chain, but doesn't act like one.

    Grieve's Wines & Spirits - beer_and_wine - Updated June 2026

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