Santé! Premium wine stores in Vancouver

Sure BC Liquor Stores are a good bet for standard bottles, but when you’re looking for an elevated wine shopping experience, private stores are the way to go. Rare finds, vintage bottles, expert staff and frequent events (many free!) mean you’ll be ready to play sommelier at your next dinner party.

Santé! Premium wine stores in Vancouver
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Liberty Wine Merchants

1
1660 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S2

Every Liberty location offers knowledgeable staff and an excellent selection of fine wines, but there’s something about their Granville Island store — its cramped quarters with bottles seemingly tumbling out of old crates and the bustling atmosphere of market shopping inherent on the Island — that makes it a wine drinker’s dream. Choose from rare European finds or bold new world wines and browse their specific sections for organic wines and value wines — personally selected picks under $20.

Marquis Wine Cellars

2
1034 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M3

The recently renovated and expanded Marquis Wine Cellars on Davie Street means business is brisk but these guys go above and beyond to serve their customers best. Always on the floor and willing to chat, the expert merchants will guide you through your preferences and budget from Chardonnay to Chablis, Petite Sirah to Petit Verdot. Their occasion-specific section is also a great shortcut to wines that go well with tonight’s seafood dinner or that will ease you through a romantic date night.

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Legacy Liquor Store

3
1633 Manitoba St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B8

This powerhouse of a liquor store is often more of an event than merely a stop on your grocery run. With daily tastings and frequent in-store events, you’re bound to discover new grapes and expand your wine palate. They also offer private wine tastings, from cocktail-style soirées to full sit-down dinners and pairings complete with a sommelier to walk you through the evening. In the heart of Olympic Village, Legacy is certainly creating its own.

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Everything Wine Inc

4
998 Marine Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3C4

As indicated in its name, this North Shore establishment is the mecca of wine stores. With over 3,000 bottles in stock, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Join one of their three levels of wine clubs — seasonal, enthusiast or vintage — and receive a case of wine hand-curated for you every few months. Also check out their many events from Port tastings to Champagne celebrations, all served with complimentary cheese and crackers. Free in-store tastings are also frequent.

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Alison Cairns has been working in writing and publishing for over a decade. A devoted Vancouverite, she loves exploring the hidden gems and new happenings — both cultural and culinary — in the city. She is also a lover of coffee, wine, craft beer and pretty much all food except sea urchin. She staves off the results of these loves by running the seawall, cycling the city and hiking the mountains.
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