Berry Bros & Rudd

aidanw

go for it 18th December 2008

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totally agree.. don't be intimidated by any loud or flashy customers. just go in, tell them what you're after, no matter how modest your budget, and they'll sort you out with real enthusiasm and expertise. makes buying a pleasure not a chore.

kittylyst

My broker for 10 years 22nd October 2008

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BBR have been my wine broker for almost ten years now, and in that time, they have never put a foot wrong.

The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and professional and have always taken the time to make me feel valued as a customer (despite the paltry size of my wine budget and only really dabbling in wine) - and they have refreshingly old-fashioned customer service for their account holders.

On the only two occasions there have been errors made, they fixed them immediately, without question, and upgraded the wines in question (after having checked with me that it was OK to do so).

For well-known wines, they may not be the cheapest, but their selection and en primeur range is superb.

The St James's St shop is steeped in history and they run fantastic tasting events and dinners.

Highest possible recommendation.

tedford

Best place for wine 15th October 2008

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Looks quite old school but don't be intimidated, everyone is very helpful, and they have a great range of wines from v cheap to (obviously) v expensive. I also don't know of a place in London that sells Lillet as cheap as they do!

TimLeung

13th September 2008

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a large selection of wine, my parents loves to come here and pick up one or two bottles once in a while

Hugo

Trusted wine seller since 1698 5th April 2008

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Agree 100% with the other reviews for Berry Bros.

This is the place to buy wine - awesome selection and very helpful/ patient staff. The experience alone of setting foot in this historic shop should be a rite of passage for every person who lives or visits London.

For a special treat try their very own Good Ordinary Claret or their Kings Ginger (a must have when out and about in the cold British countryside).

ProfMagellan at 15/06/08

I have been buying wine here for more than 20 years. It is quite excellent. Whilst the core offering is French, Berry Bros have not been afraid to include the New World.
It is worth enrolling in their "wine club"
if you are seeking to try out new things.
The shop is worth a visit in its own right
as it is one of the oldest retailers in London. Also, Texas had its legation close to here when it was an independent country.

oogywawa at 27/06/08

Have you asked to see their Customer Book at all. I was lucky to see this a few years ago - it was handled with white gloves it was that old - has signatures from old clients such as Lord Byron !

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Angel_Bury

27th June 2007

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yes it is the best place to buy a bottle in town. Be sure to check out the spirit room, ask very nicely and you might get to sample a thing or two if you're a lucky puppy...

MikeinLondon

Best place to buy Wine 16th February 2007

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A great shop with a wide selection of wine.
The shop was founded in 1698.
Don't be scared to enter. The guys are friendly and helpful. You can get a bottle of house rose from 4.50GBP
Tube: Green Park
Closed Sunday