About Us
Our Story
Sommelier’s Choice was founded by Tim Green, whose initial training as a chef laid the foundation for a successful career as a sommelier, including winning the UK Sommelier of the Year competition. Inspired by a transformative trip to Italy, Tim established Sommelier’s Choice in 1999 to import exceptional wines he'd personally selected from producers not yet represented in the UK for the growing fine dining restaurant market. Today, we are proud to offer the same high-quality wines to discerning customers who wish to enjoy them at home.
Our Philosophy
We believe in quality, passion, innovation, and people. Our focus is on boutique, award-winning family-owned producers who share our dedication to excellence. Each has a commitment to sustainability, and most practice organic principles even if not fully certified yet. Every bottle on our website tells a story of craftsmanship, people, and heritage, reflecting the unique terroir and tradition of its origin.
Our Commitment
Quality-driven selection
We offer a diverse range of wines, from everyday favourites to iconic fine wines, ensuring there is something for every palate and occasion. These selections are not only chosen by us but are also endorsed by our trade customers, including some of the best sommeliers and chefs in the industry.
Customer focussed
With over 25 years in business, we have always prided ourselves on our highly personalised level of service. We build lasting relationships with our customers, understanding their needs and providing exceptional service.
Partnership with producers
Our relationships with suppliers are true partnerships, marked by collaboration on new projects, exchanging ideas, and creating and blending bespoke new wines. Many of our suppliers have been with us for over 20 years, and our business relationships have blossomed into good friendships, cemented by sharing great wine, local cuisine, and laughter together.
Our Services
Wedding and Events Planning
We've been discreetly advising and supplying tailored wine selections for exclusive weddings and events for many years. Our personalised recommendations are specifically chosen to suit you and your event, ensuring a memorable and bespoke experience.
Exclusive events
Join us for convivial and informative winemaker dinners and tastings where the wines shine and the stories behind them are brought to life.
Enhance your wine knowledge
Explore our in-depth producer and wine profiles, food pairings, expert tips, and guides. Some content is exclusive to subscribers of our Sommelier’s Inside Circle—make sure you sign up!
Fine wine
Our fine wine selection is constantly evolving. Whether you're searching for a gift, a treat for yourself, or an investment, Tim and the team are on hand to advise you. Have fine wine of good provenance and properly stored that you’re looking to sell? Contact us to see if we can assist.
“Sommelier’s Inner Circle”
More than just a mailing list, Sommelier’s Inner Circle offers exclusive benefits: sign up to receive special offers, news of new products, rewards, and advance invitations to events. Members also gain behind-the-scenes insights, expert recommendations, special access to reserved content, and monthly live Zoom tastings with Tim.
Cheers!
Tim and the team
