Best bottle shops in KL

It’s great whenever you come across a store that offers a large variety of wines (in addition to beers and spirits), but all of that doesn’t matter if you don’t know the difference between a sauvignon blanc and a chardonnay. At Bottles & Bottles, you can always rely on excellent advice (and service). Experts here will select the most ideal choice for you based on your tastes and preferences. Take your time at the dedicated area where you can sit and taste the different wines before making your purchase.

LG-228, The Gardens Mall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, KL (03 2287 3928/fb.com/BottlesAndBottles). Daily, 10am-10pm.

Who would’ve guessed that one of the best places to score a sweet deal with wines would be inside a TMC store? Don’t underestimate this place – it has a lot more to offer than you might think, and at prices you wouldn’t find anywhere else. Those in the know often buy wines in bulk here, leaving with crates instead of bottles. It’s a heaven for those who enjoy the more-than-occasional wine but are unwilling to pay at absurdly high prices. 

Lucky Garden, 23-27, Lorong Ara Kiri 1, Bangsar (03 2094 8646). Daily, 8am-10pm. 

The wine selection at Mansion B are specially sourced from major wine producers from all the favourite regions around the world, including a good selection of Australian wines. Here you can take your time and explore the wines, or have one of their experts suggest a recommendation. There’s also a range of locally brewed beer and cider available. You probably won’t leave empty handed. 

50 Lebuh Ampang, KL (03 2022 4008/fb.com/MansionB). Dailiy, 10am-11pm.

Although it started out as a traditional Chinese medicinal hall, Herbs ‘N’ Food has come a long way, establishing itself as one that offers a good selection of herbs and groceries, alongside excellent wine and spirits. The selection of wine here is constantly updated, and they’re kept in a temperature-controlled environment. If you don’t have time to go shopping, select your wine online and have it delivered right to your doorstep.

116 & 118, Jalan SS15/4B, Subang Jaya (016 385 5612);  8 Jalan USJ 10/1, Taipan Business Centre, Subang Jaya (03 5634 6633/herbsnfood.com.my). Daily, 9.30am-9.30pm. Online delivery service available. 

Nam Lee Cheong is one of Malaysia’s oldest and largest homegrown importer and distributor of wines and spirits. If you’re looking for something outside the norm, this is the place to go. They’re constantly discovering new products and expanding their offerings. The shop is located right in the city center, and tasting sessions are also available, allowing you to choose what you prefer. If you already know what you want, your favourite bottle is just one click away on their website.

44-1 Jalan Sultan Ismail, KL (03 2141 3177/namleecheong.com.my). Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm. Online delivery service available. 

It isn’t a surprise that TWE Fine Wine are known as one of the top five wine retailers in the country – just look at their website, and you’ll realise they’re an adventurous bunch constantly on the lookout for bottles from the top wine producers in the world. This affords them the luxury of being able to offer unique or lesser-known labels. There are regular tasting sessions if you’re unsure of what you’re looking for, and delivery services are available too.

Jalan 52/1, Bandar Baru Petaling Jaya, PJ (03 7956 9300/fb.com/TWE.Online.WINE.Shop). Mon-Sat, 9am-7pm. Online delivery service available. 

Now here’s where to go if you’re looking for cheap – but still good – wines; there have been sightings of bottles below RM30. But don’t let the low prices deter you; the quality of wine (and liquor) doesn’t go unchecked and the you can rely on them for a good selection from all over the world. The best part? You can find wines that are about ten to 15 percent cheaper than market price. Online delivery is also available.

10G Jalan Op 1/6, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Puchong (03 8076 1080/winewarehouse.my). Daily, 10am-9pm. Online delivery service available.