Where can I buy large/magnum (1.5l) bottles of wine?

Question

I am getting married and the venue of the wedding has a large corkage price, however this price is greatly lessened if 1.5l bottles of wine are used. However, I can't find anywhere online that sells them. I am looking for cheap to medium prices. I am based in the UK.

Answer 1

There are actually a lot of wine merchant in US that sells large bottle format, such as www.winestreet.com and www.dukeofbourbon.com, but I seriously question the feasibility of shipping there to UK.

I agree that you should try your local wine merchant.  However, since you are at UK, you are only a hop and a sub away from France, and you may able to go across the border to get much cheaper wines there.  That would be what I would suggest.

The other thing I would suggest is for you to buy even larger than Magnum.  I have several large bottles in my collection, including 3 liters (Double Magnum) and 5 and even 6 liters.  I love large bottles because they tend to last longer, but I like to bring out huge bottles for party.  For my birthday party 2 years ago, I brought out this awesome 3 liters Cab Franc and had everyone signed it.  I did the same for one of my buddy's surprise birthday party with a 3 liters Italian Red.  That way, you can keep the bottle for memory sake, not mentioning that 1 corking fee for 4 bottle of wine for 3 liters or 8 bottles for 6 liters.

Cheers and congrats!

Answer 2

Check your local wine shops. Ask them for a recommendation and then ask them to order the larger bottles by the case for you. It will be cheaper.