Butlers Wine Cellar ★ 4.5
Kemptown merchant trading since 1979 and supplying much of the Brighton restaurant trade, with a small-producer range and its own tasting events.
A guide to wine retailers in Sussex.
Wine Retailers in Sussex
Brunswick Fine Wines and Spirits ★ 4.5
North Laine merchant in a restored Georgian building, with a champagne wall, fine wine cellar and a tasting room used for meet-the-winemaker nights.
Awards: Decanter Retailer Awards, Best Regional Wine Shop South-East England 2023
Seven Cellars ★ 4.2
Independent Brighton drinks merchant trading since 2015 from Seven Dials and the station, with a wide natural and organic wine shelf and regular tastings.
Elwood Wines ★ 4.1
Merchant near Preston Park run by Karl Elwood, buying from lesser-known estates and running subscriptions, tasting events and cellar-building advice.
Wine Retailers in Sussex, FAQ
When is the best time to visit Sussex for wine?
Peak wine-travel season in Sussex is spring through autumn, with harvest the standout window.
Do I need an appointment to taste at Sussex estates?
classified-growth and grand-cru estates require booking days to weeks ahead; smaller family domaines often take walk-ins midweek.
What hours do Sussex cellars and tasting rooms keep?
most estates open 10:00 to 17:00 by appointment, often closed Sunday and Monday.
How does tipping work at Sussex tastings?
tipping is not expected at tastings; buying a bottle from the cellar door is the customary thank-you.
What is the one wine to try in Sussex?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Sussex rewards trust.