The best wine shops in London

Theatre of Wine operates a few stores throughout the city. The store is a specialist wine importer, retailer, and wholesaler, stocking wines from around the world. The shops also carry spirits, craft beers, and Cuban cigars. You can discover more about wine by attending a tasting in one of the shops.

At The Good Wine Shop, you'll discover carefully selected wines from small family producers around the world. This award-winning wine seller offers bottles from well-known regions as well as some you might not expect. The team here have real wine expertise and you can learn more by joining a tasting event.

Berry Bros. & Rudd is the oldest wine and spirits merchant in the country, having been established in 1698. The store is elegant and traditional, stocking classic vintages and fine wines from some of the world's most prestigious makers. A selection of wines are always available to taste and the store hosts a variety of special events too.

There are several branches of Vagabond around the city. Each venue is an intimate bottle shop and wine bar with over 100 types of wine on offer. Visit to find the ideal bottle to savour at home or stay a while to sample a variety of wines with sharing plates like hummus or cheeseboards.

The Albion Wine Shippers store is full of quirky rustic charm. This is a traditional wine shop London drinkers rely on for Spanish wines in particular. Prices are competitive thanks to the relationships the shop builds with artisan producers. The friendly team can help you find a wine for every occasion from the diverse selection here.

Next to Leadenhall Market, Planet of the Grapes offers hundreds of types of wine to drink-in or take home. Bottles are virtually everywhere you look in this cosy venue, and the staff can help you find the drink that suits you best. Nibbles like cheese and charcuterie are also served if you fancy having a drink here in an intimate setting.

Hedonism Wines in Mayfair is an award-winning store that stocks over 10,000 wines and spirits. If you want to try something new or find a hidden gem, this is the ideal place to shop. The store is stylish and many of the staff previously worked as sommeliers, so they're perfectly-placed to help you find the ideal bottle. 

Shrine to the Vine comes from the wine experts at Noble Rot. This shop is style-conscious and promises customers some of the world's most exciting wines. Rare and fine wines are available here in addition to bottles from cult makers and up-and-coming winemaking stars. Impressive wine gifts are also available here.

Whether you want fine French cooking, an original wine selection, or a huge choice of bottles to take home, The 10 Cases is sure to satisfy. In the welcoming restaurant and wine bar, you'll discover a unique and concise collection of wines, whilst the bottle shop offers hundreds of different options for drinking at home.

Get excellent wines at impressive prices with 56 West Smithfield. This cosy wine bar and shop is its own importer, meaning it cuts out the middleman and sells bottles at winery prices. A curated range of award-winning natural wines are available to enjoy in the comfortable and contemporary bar or to take home.

St Swithins Wine Shippers is a wine bar and shop near Bank station. The venue has an industrial look and its own tasting terrace. Try almost 40 different wines from the tasting machines to find the ideal bottle to take home. Rare wines and wine gifts are also sold here, plus there are regular events like informative tastings.

Located in Islington, Highbury Vintners is an award-winning wine shop with a traditional blue shopfront. Wines from all over the world are stocked here, including vegan and organic options. Beer and spirits are sold as well. The expert staff can help you discover the right wines. The shop can also provide drinks for weddings.

The Grocery Wine Vault in East London is a specialist wine shop and bar offering hundreds of natural and organic wines. Craft beers and spirits are also in stock at this hip contemporary store. Home delivery is offered as well. The shop organises bespoke tasting events if you really want to dive into the world of wine.

There are multiple branches of Lea & Sandeman around West London, specialising in wines that are enjoyable to drink and don't just have impressive labels. An extensive choice of bottles originating from all over the world are stocked here, including fine wines. The shop can also help you to plan your personal wine cellar.

Whatever your budget is, you can find wine in your price range at The Wine Library. Based in an atmospheric 19th century wine cellar, the store has a curated range of bottles from around the world, including well-known wine regions and lesser-known places. You can also enjoy a drink or join a wine tasting at the on-site bar.

Islington's Pacific Wines is the only wine store London-wide that focuses on American wines, specifically from California, Oregon, and Washington. The store has a smooth and modern appearance and hosts regular tasting events that are fun and informative. A diverse choice of bottles from small and larger producers are stocked here.

Red-fronted wine shop Nicolas is your go-to for French wines, as well as wines from other regions. There are a number of these stores around the city where you can explore a comprehensive selection of bottles. You can also have wine delivered right to your door, attend tasting events here, or have wine gift wrapped for a special occasion.

Independent wine bar and shop The Winemakers Club is intimate and has a rustic appearance. During the day you can shop here for wine and sample a few options too. In the evening it becomes a laid-back wine bar with nibbles and a big choice of drinks. Public and private wine tasting experiences are available here as well.

At The Wine Tasting Shop, you're free to try before you buy. At this modern wine shop and bar, you can find something to take home or have a drink on-site. Around 400 bottles are available here, including numerous organic and biodynamic options. Events and tastings are on here regularly too.

Foodie hub Borough Market is home to a popular wine seller, Borough Wines. This buzzy market shop has been around for over 20 years and stocks a broad range of wines, as well as some on tap. Sustainability is key here – customers are encouraged to use refillable wine bottles or recycle their old bottles. The shop also champions independent producers.

Just minutes from Finsbury Park station you'll find Oak N4. This sophisticated local wine bar and bottle shop has a friendly feel and offers almost 200 bottles to drink-in or take home with you. The wine list includes less common options and there's a buzzy atmosphere here. The expert team can help you find the ideal wine.

West London's The Winery is an expert in importing and selling wine. The well-stocked shops are lined with bottles of wine and champagne from small-scale producers and specialist wine regions in Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Australia, and California. If you want to learn more, join an informal tasting or more structured wine course at one of these shops.

Located in Southwark, Lechevalier Wine Bar & Shop is a vibrant neighbourhood venue where you can shop for wine and upscale deli ingredients or relax over a few drinks. It's a straightforward and welcoming space packed full of delicious things. Bottles line the shelves and the expert staff can help you choose the ideal wine.

An offshoot of renowned restaurant The Quality Chop House, Quality Wines is a warm and rustic wine bar. There's a considerable wine list for drinking-in, but even more bottles are on the shelves to take home. Wines are sourced from a number of regions and the options change regularly. Global small plates are served here too.

Handford Wines in West London has been selling hand-selected wines since 1989. This award-winning wine shop is proud of its traditional values and warm and friendly service. Bottles here are chosen for their great flavour; there's champagne, sake, and spirits as well as wine. Tasting events take place regularly too.

The Crouch End Cellars focuses on organic, natural, and low-intervention wines from small producers. You can shop here for wine to sample at home or have a drink in the intimate bar. As well as offering impressive wines, deli items like cheese and charcuterie are available. The venue also hosts wine tastings.

Jeroboams started out as a cheese and wine club in the 1980s but today it's a thriving group of wine stores. Each location has a timeless shopfront and inside the store you'll find high-quality wine at every price point. There are bottles available from all over the world, as well as spirits and beers.

Innovative and modern wine shop Bottle Apostle has a number of locations in London. The goal here is to stop wine from being intimidating. Customers are encouraged to try some samples and fully explore the varied range of wines in-store. Spirits, sake, and craft beers are available, plus the store hosts wine tastings and courses.

A broad choice of wines, including organic bottles, are available at Vindinista Wine Shop. You can find a bottle to indulge in at home or enjoy a drink in the compact and cosy venue in the early evening. This friendly spot also hosts a variety of special events such as tastings and curry or pizza nights.

Whatever kind of wine you're after, you'll find it at D Vine Cellars. This bar and shop looks vibrant and stocks a considerable range of wine in addition to beers, spirits, and deli products. Do some gourmet shopping, stop for a drink, or attend an event like a themed tasting. The shop also does wine subscription boxes.

Open since the 1970s, Haynes Hanson & Clark is a sophisticated store with an appealing timeless style. This shop sources wine directly from the growers and is passionate about sharing wine knowledge with customers. The expert team can help you find the ideal bottle from the eclectic range, which includes organic varieties.

Head to Chelsea to visit Mother Vine, a popular wine shop that also has an intimate bar with indoor and outdoor seats. This stylish neighbourhood venue offers a comprehensive range of bottles to suit every budget, including skin-contact and sparkling wines. About 25 seasonal options are served by the glass at the bar, plus tastings take place here.