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While most local supermarkets offer a fairly serviceable range of wines, there are two problems with this. One, do you really want to be drinking just serviceable wine? And two, do you really want to go outside to get it?
Obviously lots of people don't, as online wine delivery is huge in Hong Kong and it's easy to see why—it's often much cheaper, you get a much higher quality wine for your money, plus selections are usually curated in a way that you really know what you're getting, as opposed to having to rely on the limited information on the bottle. To help you find the finest bottles, we check out the best online wine delivery stores and apps. Cheers!
Stocking goodies from the land Down Under, Wine Brothers specialises in Australian small-batch wine brands that are guaranteed to be absolutely delicious. Voted one of the top five local wine delivery stores, rest easy on your comfy couch as they prepare for same-day dispatches and direct delivery to your home. Their product list updates with new additions each month and even includes Aussie spirits, beers (craft brews and classics), ciders, as well as spirits! Throwing in a little something extra for our lovely Localiiz readers—simply enter the code Localiiz15 upon checkout for 15% off all items from now until 21 December 2021.
How much: Free shipping on orders above $750, next day delivery available
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Whether you're planning on having an intimate dinner for two, catching up with your best buddies, or getting stuck into a good book, there’s a wine for every occasion, and Wine Momentsonline store will help you find the right one you’re looking for. Simply browse through their Wine Moments category, click on the winner and pay online, and your wine will be delivered within 24 hours to your home. Better still, it’s free delivery, so now you have the perfect excuse to invite your friends over. Little tip: check out their great wine box offers – Lady’s Sixpack anyone?
How much: Free delivery across all of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon
There’s probably nothing the French are better known for than their love of wine, and My Market is the perfect embodiment of this. It fills a gap in the Hong Kong market for high-quality, imported French goods, geared towards expatriate consumers in the city. For two years, Maxime and his team developed their range of products, and now offer more than 300 products and 60 French brands. They also have a whole new collection of wine bottles, from Bourgogne Chardonnay to Rosé, that works well for picnics, apéro, and dinner gatherings!
How much: Delivery costs $50, or free with orders over $500
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Whether you’re after a simple red or white to enjoy with dinner or seeking the crème de la crème of bottles, this premier wine retail, and auction website has got you covered. Founded by Links Concept, one of the largest importers and distributors in Hong Kong, and some of Asia’s largest wine collectors, wine experts, and sommeliers, it’s hardly surprising that Bidvino offers a huge collection of wine ranging from around $40 to the $3K mark. Those looking for rarer, vintage wine will no doubt enjoy bidding for their bottle/s in the weekly auction and enjoying free next day delivery too.
How much: Free delivery with orders over $1,000, free next day delivery on any bidding purchase
Focusing on fine wines, small batches, and artisanal vineyards, Cru Hong Kong also has a range of critically acclaimed tipples and rare vintages that are exclusive to the company. Best of all, despite stocking such top-shelf booze, it also manages to keep its prices lower than some of the high-street options.
How much: Free delivery with orders over $1,500 or if you 'click-and-collect' from Cru's Wan Chai Headquarters - 1903 Tung Wah Mansion, 199-203 Hennessy Road
Offering everything from premium sake to Japanese whiskey and wine to vodka, Cuvées is the boutique 48-hour delivery service that will keep your liquor cabinet fully stocked. Need a quick turnaround? Order before the daily cut off time and your bottles will arrive the same day.
How much: Delivery costs $120, or free with orders over $1,500
Whether you run out of wine at your dinner party, or want to stock up before the guests arrive, Hong Kong's first one-hour wine delivery service will come to your rescue. With no minimum order or delivery fee, a speedy driver will deliver delicious European wines wherever you are, in under 60 minutes. The BottleXO app is free to download from the Google Play Store and on the Apple App Store.
How much: Free delivery on all orders
We all know space is a premium in Hong Kong, so for vino sellers, having a broad selection in-store just isn't realistic. Such is the case with Ponti Wine Cellars, although its stores are certainly a delight to browse, the selection pales in comparison to its online offering which is a fairly comprehensive library of wines, Champagnes, and spirits from around the world. Sign up to become a member (free when you spend over $500) and you’ll get five-15 percent off purchases
How much: Delivery costs $150, or free with orders over $1,800
Going against the general view that wine, and the purchasing of wine, should be relaxing, the Cellarmaster Wines website instantly incites excitement and panic upon opening. It's a visual cacophony of deals and exploding offers, all with their own countdown clock and ever-receding counter displaying how many are left in stock. Play it cool however, and you can run away with some outrageous deals.
How much: Delivery costs $80, or free with orders over $1,000
Ideal if you like to buy in bulk, Laithwaites sells by the case, while still allowing you to mix and match however you please. Also, quite spectacularly, if there's a bottle you're not keen on, you're guaranteed a refund
How much: Free delivery on all orders
If you're looking to buy on a budget, then Winerack should be your next port of call due to its sections devoted to wines under $70 and bin ends. If you're not that fussy, you can just go for a pre-mixed case, bagging yourself six bottles for a very reasonable $375.
How much: Delivery costs $120, or free with orders over six items
Featuring a large portfolio of wines from family-owned vineyards, Wine Shop Asia goes the extra mile by dedicating a separate page for each bottle, complete with tasting notes so you know exactly what to expect once you pop the cork.
How much: Delivery costs $100, or free with orders over $1,000
This Hong Kong wine staple has no shortage of stores around the city. Although it may not specialise as much as some of the others on the list, Watson's Wine Cellar has an excellent all round selection and the prices are quite reasonable. Solid.
How much: Delivery costs $100, or free with orders over $1,000
Specialising in bottles from Australia, South Africa, the US, and Chile, Wine ‘n’ Things is ideal if you're a fan of New World Wines. Even better, if you sign up for its 'Quaffer' subscription ($650 per year), you get an extra 10 percent off your purchases.
How much: Delivery costs $120, or free with orders over $1,000
Born in Hong Kong and raised in the UK, Jenny grew up with the best of both worlds. She loves just about anything to do with music and doesn’t shy away from belting out a tune or two when it comes to karaoke. If she’s not out and about exploring the city and practising her photography skills, she’s probably tucked up in bed with a book or glued to her laptop doing her online shopping.
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