About us

BACKGROUND

Founded in Ayrshire, Scotland in 1984 by Chris Bouteiller, where our headquarters and warehousing remains today. From the outset, the mission of ‘creating a better world of wine’ has been at our core.

Today, we are one of the UK’s leading, independently owned suppliers of wine to the on trade and independent off trade channels, as well as selling to select international customers, led by directors Fergal Tynan MW and Miriam Spiers.

We strive to be the best wine importer

We import wines from all over the world and represent over 200 producers. We also have a successful stable of winemaking projects in Spain, France and Chile. Our buying team has over 60 years of combined experience in the trade, seeking out individual and inspiring producers, with a focus on wineries who have adopted a more sustainable approach.

We aspire to be the best wine distributor

We work directly with the on-trade in London and Scotland, the independent sector throughout the UK, and with a thriving international customer base. We take great pride in our customer service. From our warehouse in the UK, we deliver cost-effectively, accurately and on time - typically the next working day to most areas of the UK mainland.

“We believe that all decisions in making and selling wine should be fair and caring. Making the best wine possible with the least intervention is only the start. It is not only about the environment. It is also about ensuring beneficial relationships for all involved, respecting people, and working with an innate sense of integrity.”