If you are in the market for some wine the following listings will guide you to the best wine merchants on the web. Whether you're throwing a party or creating your own wine collection, these sites are bound to make the process a whole lot easier.
Comment: Specialise in wine from the Bordeaux region, particularly the increasingly popular Cotes de Castillon and Cotes de Francs appellations, producing ever-improving wines at affordable prices. Whilst searching for your wine you can enter competitions, investigate the latest deals or look-up retailers.
Comment: A selection of the finest cheeses from throughout Britain and Europe as well as other fine foods and a comprehensive selection of wines and champagnes. This is the place to find that perfect wine, with none another than the perfect complement - cheese. And if in doubt the expert recommendations should stear you in the right direction.
Comment: They have grown into a company with a worldwide customer base but still prides itself on its enthusiasm, knowledge and personal approach. The business has remained faithful to Peter's first love of the great wines and vintages of red and white Bordeaux, as well as offering fine Burgundies and Vintage Port.
Comment: An Italian online shop offering an ample selection of high quality Italian wines, grappas, and sparkling wines from all Italian regions. You can even pick up some extra-virgin olive oil or balsamic vinegar. All that with secure online payment, worldwide express shipping and fair prices.
Comment: This site offers rare and unusual wines from top producers, with over thousands of wines in the shop and possibly one of the largest selections of half bottles, all-available through their secure online ordering facility. This is a wonderful site for wine enthusiasts.
Comment: For fans of Spanish wine, this site is heaven. This is one of the top UK suppliers of Spanish wines. They believe they boast the best one-stop choice of Classic Riojas, vintages and bodegas available. A&A Wines' minimum order is for one case of wine, although you can mix and match to your heart's content.
Comment: Quality house, function and fine wines directed towards Hotels, Restaurants, Pubs and Clubs in Southern England, as well as case sales to the public. Having a large range of French wines, they also supply a diverse selection of European and New World wines. Specialised promotional packs are also available.
Comment: With wines from £5 to £5000, L'Assemblage offers something for every budget and pallet. They sell wine through mail order and offer cellar planning and investment selections. They also offer a worldwide service. Their wine search allows you to specify the vintage, the region, or if you are looking for a particular wine the actual wine name.
Comment: This site was set up to sell quality French wines from the Rhône Valley and other classic wine-producing regions, as well as a range of wines from Italy, Spain and the New World. They offer competitive prices, and even accessories for your new wine purchases.
Comment: Dedicated to Italian wines, boasting family connections in Italy as their wine producers. This site lists a selection of small and medium-sized wine producers and gives tasting notes on their produce, making it accessible and easy to purchase Italian wines that are harder to find in the UK.