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Those of you who are interested in wines of Oregon please check our updated section, in our portfolio, as most of the listed wines are perilously low, such is the high demand and  nature of that regions small farmed production. We have some discounts there also. All  wines chosen are first rate examples available right now! We hope you enjoy them. With quantities so low please call to place an order or Email Stephen@BritishWineMerchant.com

REMEMBER PURCHASE ANY FULL or MIXED CASE
(12 bottles or multiples thereof) 
OF WINE  AND WE WILL SHIP IT FOR FREE ANYWHERE IN S.C
Applicable retail sales taxes apply.

Welcome to our wine store

Expand your wine choices and experiences with your very own Certified Specialist oWine.
Stephen Bates C.S.W., British Wine Merchant.

Discover his handpicked selections of
 “wines of place” – exemplary wines specific to their regions of origin.


In an era of global wine industry consolidation, American consumer choice is increasingly limited to corporate, mass-produced or bulk-marketed wines sold in “big box” grocers and other retail outlets. Hence, BWM’s special-niche and solution, selling choice-expanding wines of place that offer high quality-to-price ratios.
Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast or simply a casual hobbyist seeking the diverse sensory joys of the world’s most diverse and delicious wines. British Wine Merchant delivers an impressive array of wine choices usually not found in most retail venues.  Independently owned and operated,
BWM sells directly to individuals, companies and organizations in South Carolina based on their personal tastes and preferences.

Our name reflects Great Britain’s centuries-long standing as a commercial epicenter and crossroads for the international wine trade.
Born and reared in England, Stephen is a European-trained sommelier-chef who holds the prestigious Wine & Spirit Education Trust Higher Certificate and also the Certified Specialist of Wine C.S.W. designation.    A key customer/ client benefit is Stephen himself – his expert global knowledge and 20-plus years in the industry ensure that our portfolio is selected to the highest standards with excellent quality-to-price ratio.
Stephen delivers additional value by consulting regularly with winemakers and importers, researching trends in order to select new wines, then matching them with client requirements.   Typically, these are handcrafted, private-estate wines whose taste, quality and styles embody the geography, soil and climate of the sites from which they where made (A.K.A Terroir). These wines contain all of the classic hallmarks of their respective varietal characters.They are consequently associated with the regions’ most-esteemed or notable producers and are often named after their places of origin.
These wines invariably are the most rewarding and yield the greatest pleasure!
Services range from selling at his Charleston retail shop (by appointment only) to conducting wine tasting and food-pairing events, from evaluating inventories to teaching wine classes. Another service is providing premium member benefits through subscription to the Monthly Wine Club.

You’ll love Stephen’s premier “Personal Wine Concierge” service.
 At your home or special event, taste samples as he suggests inventory options for expanding your current collection or buying wines.
Pair our wines with great food at your event, fundraiser or casual dinner with friends.
What's best is that Stephen applies his talents, skills, creativity and sensitivity to your individual preferences and budget.  His recommendations well might include wines you never have found locally. All this, so that you and guests enjoy your experiences with wine more conveniently, confidently, successfully and memorably.

Location

4214 Domino Avenue, Suite E, Charleston, South Carolina, 29405
Telephone 843-860-5911