Much like wine bars in Amsterdam, the city’s selection of independent wine shops seems to have ballooned in recent years. Amsterdam’s wine shops are understanding that consumers want more than a cheap tipple, and are starting to offer great advice about wine pairings, wine styles and more. Note that many of the shops mentioned below offer tastings and classes as well.
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12 of Amsterdam’s Best Wine Shops
Bilderdijk Wijnhuys
Along the busy Bilderdijkstraat in Amsterdam West, Bilderdijk Wijnhuys is a convivial neighbourhood shop known for its personal service and well-curated selection. Whether you’re after a well-known bottle or a hidden gem, Bilderdijk delivers quality and variety at a reasonable price. You’ll find traditional favourites like Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc and Burgundian Chardonnay, lesser known bottles like Gamay from the Savoie region or even Dutch whites from Limburg and Zeeland, plus a broad selection of refreshing rosé in summer. (Full disclosure: I also used to work there – please say hi to Mike from me!)
Wijnhandel van Krimpen
A historic fixture since 1908, Wijnhandel van Krimpen (pictured below) is hidden away down the maze of small streets in de Pijp neighbourhood, and offers a diverse range of wines. Specialising in both European classics and new discoveries, the shop features silky Burgundy Pinot Noir, robust Tuscan Sangiovese, innovative orange wines, celebratory sparklings and everything in between. The expertise and enthusiasm of Van Krimpen’s knowledgeable staff make it a go-to for local wine enthusiasts.
Cave de l’Est
Tucked down Pretoriusstraat in Amsterdam Oost, Cave de l’Est is a charming treasure trove of a wine shop that specialises in French and other European wines. From robust Bordeaux reds to elegant Alsace Rieslings, their selection also includes more off-the-beaten-path finds, like a light, juicy Grenache or a funky orange wine. With its friendly and approachable vibe, Cave de l’Est a great spot to explore exclusive wines that you won’t find anywhere else.
Hart’s Wijnhandel
Dating back to the 1800s, Hart’s Wijnhandel is possibly Amsterdam’s oldest wine shop – handily located on Vijzelstraat in the centre of the city. Hart’s beautiful split-level building has a mezzanine floor that’s perfect for tastings, which means they host some very interesting events (including direct from the vignerons themselves). Hart’s is affiliated with Henri Bloem, so most of their wines come from this famous Dutch importer.
Pasteuning Wines & Spirits
A family-run shop in the upscale Oud-Zuid neighbourhood, close to Museumplein, Pasteuning has been a local favourite for well over a century. Although the shop itself is fairly small inside, it carries a little bit of everything – from old-school Bordeaux reds to young New World whites – although prices are higher than other shops in this list. Pasteuning also offers a wide range of spirits, including the famous Dutch jenever.
Bâtard
Also in ritzy Oud-Zuid, Bâtard (pictured below) is a charming shop with ornate chandeliers and atmospheric dark-wood racks throughout. Again, perhaps because of the neighbourhood, prices are on the higher side, with the French wine regions being particularly well-represented (although you’ll also find wines from all over the world).
Wine & Roses
Back in de Pijp, Wine & Roses is a boutique wine shop that focuses on organic and biodynamic wines, predominantly from Europe. Their shelves are stocked with German pet-nat, oxidative amber wines from Georgia and organic rosato from Abruzzo – as well as many more traditional bottles from France, Germany, Spain and Italy. Owner Bart also organises monthly tasting events and has a WhatsApp group with hot-off-the-press new bottles that have just come into stock. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, Wine & Roses is a haven for eco-conscious wine lovers.
De Wijnwinkel
On the always buzzing Negen Straatjes in the centre of the city, De Wijnwinkel has a hipster vibe with its strong focus on natural wines. Hailing from small-scale wineries from all over Europe, the shop’s wines are all imported directly by De Wijnwinkel, which also supplies many local restaurants in the city.
Vindict
With two locations in Amsterdam (one in the Jordaan and one in Noord), Vindict offers a diverse selection of wines, primarily from Europe but there are some New World wines as well. However, of all of Amsterdam’s wine shops, Vindict is the one the carries the biggest selection of Dutch wines – many of which are made from hardy, cool-climate grape varieties like Solaris (white) or Regent (red). Whether you’re curious about elegant Auxerrois from Zeeland or juicy Pinot Noir from Limburg, Vindict is the place to discover local terroir and support Dutch winemakers.
Wijnhuis.Amsterdam
Importing everything themselves, from producers with whom they’ve built personal relationships – that’s what the friendly folk at Wijnhuis.Amsterdam (pictured above) pride themselves on. So it’s perhaps unsurprising that they specialise in German wines – given that regions like the Mosel, Pfalz and Baden are comparatively close to the Netherlands. Most of their wines are low intervention, but not funky or faulty, and they regularly have bottles open to taste.
The Wine Spot
Located in the Baarsjes neighbourhood, The Wine Spot specialises in Portuguese wines, with a carefully selected range of bottles from well-known Portuguese regions and lesser-known producers alike. It’s a must-visit for fans of spritzy Vinho Verde, smooth Douro Valley red blends or steely Dao whites (to name just a few). But it also carries plenty of bottles from the rest of Europe, too. Of all the wine shops in this guide, The Wine Spot is probably the most affordable: it offers a huge range of wines for under €13 and plenty for under €9. Bargain!
Enoteca Sprezzatura
Enoteca Sprezzatura brings a slice of Italy to the Czar Peterbuurt, specialising in Italian wines from both classic and emerging regions. Whether you’re after a bold Barolo from Piedmont, a rich Amarone from Veneto or an ocean-spray Vermentino from Sardinia, this shop offers a carefully curated selection that showcases Italy’s diverse winemaking traditions. They also have their own importer, Verkerk Wijnimport.
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