OVER 150 YEARS OF QUALITY SERVICE

In 1874 when James Aitken became a wine merchant in Dundee, he could not imagine how the world of wine would change or that 150 years later we would still be providing customers with the same knowledgeable and dependable Aitken's service.

Despite the incessant change to the world of wine, one thing remains constant – Aitken's devotion to providing you, our customers with informed and appropriate advice from our WSET trained staff.

Whether it's a wedding for 250 or a quiet night in for 2, we'll find the right bottle for you!

Aitkens in Dundee

Today, Aitken's is more than just an independent wine shop, with every wine and indeed beer and spirit on our shelves having been carefully selected, taking into account both the price and the quality to find the perfect ratio. The business now caters to the public directly from our retail outlet as well as online, but also supplies wine on a wholesale basis, to various bars, eateries and delicatessen outlets. Winemakers as well as master distillers from all over the world have hosted ever popular tastings at the bespoke in-store tasting area, with regular events throughout the year.

Wine Refill Station in Dundee

Aitken's take great pride in both customer service and product knowledge, with their full time staff all being trained to WSET level 3 professional qualification travelling regularly all over Scotland to host regional wine club events. The business sources many wines directly from their countries of origin, bringing in various unique wines, including wines from Franconia, Germany crafted in Dundee's twin city of Wurzburg. The store also offers a range of wine-friendly, locally sourced food products including cheeses, coffee, chocolate and savoury snacks, as well as their own popular wine bottle refill station.

In 2015, the business used its expertise again to establish The Wine Press, a friendly wine bar in the heart of Dundee's waterfront regeneration, serving quality wines with complementary dishes and offering self-serve wines again from Enomatic preservation and dispensing equipment. Well worth a visit!!

Aitken's. Make Time For Great Wine.


Meet the Team

Patrick

Patrick

Patrick's favourite grape is Tempranillo, and he loves when food and wine pairings come together.

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Stuart

Stuart

Stuart's favourite grape is Chardonnay, and his happy place is playing pétanque while the sun sets in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

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Nikki

Nikki

Nikki's favourite grape is Sauvignon Blanc, and her psychology degree will really delve into your taste of wine!

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Euan

Euan

Euan's favourite grape is, if pushed, off-dry Riesling and cool-climate Syrah.

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