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About Twisted Cellar

Twisted Cellar is a unique wine merchant that brings a taste of rustic France to the heart of Bishop's Stortford, UK. Founded by husband and wife duo Joe and Sharon Grice, Twisted Cellar offers an intriguing selection of New and Old World wines with a focus on France, Italy, America, and the UK, including locally produced tipples. The store's 2,000 sq ft space is designed to evoke a French farmhouse, with handcrafted surroundings created by set designer and sculptor Jay Cole.

Standout Features

Sommelier Expertise

Twisted Cellar has enlisted the help of sommelier and "director of hydration" Jonathan Kleeman, who brings a distinguished career in London, most recently at the Michelin two-star Quattro Passi. Prior to that, he was deputy head sommelier at The Ritz and head sommelier at the Michelin-star Social Eating House. Jonathan sources hard-to-find wines from around the world and shares his expertise through regular tastings and events at the store.

Focus on Small Producers

Twisted Cellar showcases wines from smaller producers specializing in handcrafted winemaking. These wines are expressive, polished, and refined, made with both head and heart by great families who are as much a part of the land as the vines they grow. The store avoids big names and brands, instead concentrating on top-quality juice.

Local Specialties

In addition to their carefully curated wine selection, Twisted Cellar offers local specialty spirits, including One Time Gin, distilled on the outskirts of Bishop's Stortford, and Herts craft beer Mad Squirrel, brewed in Hemel Hempstead. The store also features English wines from local producers like Four Acres, made just around the corner in Little Hadham.

FAQs

1. What types of wines does Twisted Cellar offer? Twisted Cellar offers an intriguing selection of New and Old World wines, with a focus on France, Italy, America, and the UK. They also feature locally produced wines and spirits.

2. Is Twisted Cellar only a wine merchant, or do they sell other products? In addition to wine, Twisted Cellar offers local specialty spirits, such as One Time Gin, and Herts craft beer Mad Squirrel. They also sell other locally produced products.

3. Does Twisted Cellar offer tastings and events? Yes, Twisted Cellar has scheduled tastings throughout the year, both in-store and with their mobile bar. They also plan to host regular events at their store.

4. How can I purchase wines from Twisted Cellar? Twisted Cellar has plans for an online store and website, which will allow customers to purchase wines and other products remotely. However, details on their current purchasing options are not available in the search results.

5. Is Twisted Cellar still in business? Twisted Cellar opened in July 2018 but struggled to survive shortly after due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The store ultimately closed just three years after its opening.