Wine Biography and Customer Testimonials

Z&B Vintners has built a significant reputation as an independent source for exceptionally high quality wines. The Company is widely regarded as a specialist in the ‘Great’ wines of Bordeaux and the En-Primeur market. Over the years we have built strong relationships with the leading négociants of Bordeaux and as a consequence, enjoy favourable allocations from all the leading Chateaux.

We frequently stock full cases of all the ‘blue chip’ wines spanning many of the great vintages. Châteaux such as Lafite, Latour, Margaux and Mouton Rothschild and the great names from the right bank, Le Pin, Ausone and Petrus feature regularly on our stock list. . .

We have recently broadened our range to include wines from Australia, New Zealand and South America however, our ethos for sourcing the finest examples a region has to offer, remains unchanged.

In addition to our extensive list of fine wines, Z&B Vintners offers an unrivalled bespoke management portfolio service for wine investment.

We hope you enjoy your visit to our website, and we encourage you to venture off the beaten path and explore some of the lesser-known paths.

Stuart McCloskey

Founder & Director

"I truly believe the best way to get to know Stuart and to benefit from his years of experience is to take the time and speak with him. I have enjoyed many enlightening conversations about his much-loved passions, which have always left me inspired. He is unswervingly enthusiastic his encouragement and advice has been invaluable but more importantly we have forged a friendship that I hope will be long and fruitful.

For those who require a more literal introduction, we offer these capsule reviews and quotes provided by more of Stuart's clients."

E. Carter

"Stuart combines an encyclopaedic knowledge of the wine with a deft touch of flamboyance"

D. Smith

"I met Stuart through mutual "wine buff" friends a few years ago. Since then, he has advised me on not only my "en primeur" campaign but also on my day to day buying for immediate consumption. I can say that I am truly grateful for his honest, incisive and helpful advice. I am very careful who I recommend to my friends for anything but I am pleased to confirm that I would have no hesitation with Stuart. Indeed, I have already done so.

. . .The 2005 Bordeaux En-Primeur campaign was a case in point where he advised against buying the first growths due to the extortionate prices being demanded at a cost to his own profit. This is putting your money and livelihood where your mouth is."

P. Murphy-O'Connor

"Together with 3 friends, I have been a client of Stuart's, 2002/03.We moved our business from Stuart's past employees explicitly to stay with Stuart, since it was in dealing with him that we felt we got real value.

I personally value his expertise, his diligence (he really does "go the extra mile"), his reliability, his ability to deliver on what he promises and above all, his integrity. Stuart is never afraid to say if he feels a wine is over-priced and I truly believe that he is focused on value for money for his clients, rather than on maximising his own commission in the short-term. Our portfolio has performed tremendously well over our time with Stuart, and we are looking forward to a long continuation of our partnership with him".

H. Towler

"I just have to say that I love Stuart. Last year I purchased some Bordeaux En-Primeur for the first time and couldn't wait to receive his daily email bulletins during the campaign. I could not believe how exciting wine could be and I can't wait to deal with Stuart during this year campaign."

Miss. S. Davies

"Several years ago, Stuart took over the management of my failing wine portfolio. He showed much integrity and honesty in handling a difficult situation. My entire portfolio is now back in the positive and the decision to join Stuart and Z & B Vintners was a natural progression.

Stuart has also been able to advise and provide me with some great every day drinking wines outside of my fine wine collection. If your interest in wine is for collecting or drinking then I can certainly think of no one better man to recommend and who can work within the budget given to him."

A. Robinson Managing Director, Paradigm Global Solutions Plc

"Deep knowledge of his subject delivered with panache and a sense of humour"

Michael Stevens, Partner, Cripps Harries Hall LLP

"Stuart has advised and looked after my Bordeaux portfolio for many years. During that time, I have found him to be honest and hardworking, and our relationship has proved to be fruitful and profitable. In particular, when problems do arise, Stuart has the ability to seek a solution. I would not hesitate in recommending Stuart to other potential investors."

C. Adamou