Stainton Wines - Independent Wine Merchants, Since 1984
Wonderful wines and service you can always raise a glass to.
Established in Kendal in 1984, with an ambition to source and import some of the most characterful wines from small, interesting growers around the globe, Stainton Wines has grown to become a friendly and approachable independent wine merchants, and trusted trade wholesale partner to hospitality businesses across the North West and the Lake District.
Our no-nonsense approach is one which is always honest and driven by our passion for bringing you great tasting wines from some of the world’s most interesting growers and producers.
We look forward to introducing you to the exciting and diverse collection of great wines from Stainton Wines.
Visit our Kendal Store
All our wines are available to both trade customers and the general public, with either direct delivery or to collect from our Kendal store.
Buying from Stainton WinesINTRODUCING THE WINES WE’RE LOVING, RIGHT NOW
Amarone della Valpolicella, 2017
Casalforte, Veneto, Italy
Made from Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella, this Amarone is fermented from dried grapes which concentrates the flavour.
Aged in oak for 24 months it takes on a deep garnet colour with cinnamon and cherry aromas. The palate is complex and opulent with black cherry notes and coffee hints.
Classic Marlborough Pinot Noir
Rapaura Springs, New Zealand
Juicy fruit flavours are finely balanced with savoury truffle characters and a silky elegant finish in this New Zealand Pinot Noir which can be enjoyed now or cellared for up to 2-years.
New Zealand has made the Pinot Noir grape variety work with its notoriously fickle nature and the dynamic Rapaura Springs estate has only quality on their minds, striving to make the best wines possible at lower yields.
Riesling, Vom Gelben Löss
Josef Ehmoser, Austria
Riesling is another huge success story, alongside the native Grüner Veltliner grape, in Austria, and the soils in the Ehmoser vineyards suit its requirements perfectly.
A balanced, complex aromatic intensity and stone fruit accents are the notable attributes. In addition to its juicy acidity, it shines with a taut, precise fruit.
Sauvignon Blanc, Bull Paddock Vineyard
Rapaura Springs, New Zealand
The single vineyard Bull Paddock Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from Rapaura Springs is sensational.
A vibrant and intense wine with aromas of passionfruit, guava and tropical fruit, with a delicious saline minerality giving backbone and a food friendliness.
Cuvée Premium Rosé Cru Classe
Côtes de Provence, France
This is a beautifully fresh and balanced rosé. The clementine fruit is crunchy on the nose with intense freshness and great aromatic elegance in the blend of Grenache and Syrah.
Delightfully full flavoured with a distinctly dry finish.
Pinot Noir Rosé, Barton Vineyards
Walker Bay, South Africa
Pouring salmon pink with a light orange hue, this Pinot Noir Rosé from South Africa’s Barton Winery is a bright, clear and quite brilliant rosé wine.
With a subtle, light and fruity on the nose, a cocktail of fresh red berries followed by enticing strawberry and raspberry aromas.
Prosecco Superiore di Conegliano Valdobbiadene
Frassinelli, Veneto, Italy
The Glera grape variety is used for this delightful Prosecco. Before Prosecco became universally adopted, Glera was the traditional name for this type of sparkling wine.
Prosecco Superiore di Conegliano Valdobbiadene has a good body with flowery ripeness and a smooth, fulsome character. Clean and rounded on the palate, with a generous aftertaste.
Joseph Perrier Cuvée Royale Rosé Brut
Champagne, France
A beautiful pale pink cuvée champagne with light strawberry aromas and a delicate palate. Ripe and dry, this wine has good body and lasting flavour.
A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, this champagne has a well-structured vinous centre combined with fruity, fresh notes. A wonderful aperatif champagne, it also pairs very well with salmon dishes or to accompany dessert.
Ramos Pinto 10 Year Old Tawny Port – Quinta de Ervamoira
Douro, Portugal
Well rounded and generous, it offers hints of orange, quince and plum, smooth and full bodied but wiith a nice fresh edge too.
Enjoy with fresh figs stuffed with almonds (a local speciality), or with desserts based around orange conserve, eggs or dried fruit for a delicious treat.
Ramos Pinto Collector Reserve
Duoro, Portugal
A rewarding, smooth and pliant red Port and a terrific introduction to the high quality that the house of Ramos Pinto offer.
Ruby Collector Rererva displays dark fruits, with hints of prunes, figs, blackberry and cherry, full bodied with a sweet ripe mellow finish.
MEET THE WINEMAKERS
Barton Vineyards
Western Cape, South Africa
The cool, frost free climate and southerly aspect gives rise to a slow and extended grape ripening period thus lending itself to the production of exceptional wines.
Discover More
Biurko Gorri
Rioja, Spain
Biurko is a Basque word that means 'place of two waters' and is the name of an area in the town-land formed by two hillsides and a valley.
Discover More
Bodega Lagarde
Lujan de Cuyo, Argentina
Bodega Lagarde possesses exceptional vineyards and make wines that reflect a strong sustainable commitment to the land and its people.
Discover More
Bodegas Piqueras
Almansa, Spain
Organic farming methods, soils poor in nutrients and rich in limestone, low rainfall and careful selection ensure that Bodegas Piqueras produce exceptional wines.
Discover More
Bodegas del Medievo
Rioja, Spain
Established in 2001 by a group of quality-driven winegrower families, Bodegas del Medievo is an exciting, innovative winery in Aldeanueva de Ebro, Rioja
Discover More
Château du Donjon
Minervois, France
The Panis-Mialhe family has been passionate about viticulture since the 15th century. Combining respect for traditional values with modernity, cultivation techniques have obviously been refined over generations.
Discover More
Château La Bastide
Corbières, France
Château La Bastide is situated on the north end of the Corbières Appellation, this impressive château offers a unique traditional character.
Discover More
Château Lamothe
Bordeaux, France
Located at the top of a clay-limestone hillside in the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards, this estate has belonged to the Neel family since 1956 and the Château promotes biodiversity in their respectful viticulture.
Discover More
Dezat Frere et Soeur
Loire, France
This most impressive French winemaker has moved into the third generation of the Dezat family to fly the flag for all things that are good in the villages of Sancerre, Pouilly.
Discover More
Domaine André Colonge
Rhône, France
A perfect example of a family farm being passed-on from generation to generation and them making a humble living from their land, with passion and pride the driving force.
Discover More
Domaine Chéreau-Carré
Loire, France
Just three wines are produced from the 25 hectares of vines at Château de Chasseloir, some which are well-over 100-years old and the oldest vines in Muscadet.
Discover More
Domaine Christian Moreau
Chablis, France
Although their first commercial vintage was only in 2002, Domaine Christian Moreau have quickly elevated themselves to the very top of the Chablis tree of quality.
Discover More
Domaine Christophe Patrice
Chablis, France
Christophe Patrice has been working in the family estate with his father and uncles since 1996 and, with the experience he gained, moved to his own vineyard in where he honed the style of his wines.
Discover More
Domaine Jean Collet et Fils
Chablis, France
Stainton Wines are thrilled to add the wines of Domaine Jean Collet et Fils to our Chablis portfolio. Domaine Jean Collet own around 40 hectares which they farm mainly organically, and the rest is in organic conversion.
Discover More
Herdade do Mouchão
Portugal
In a country steeped in winemaking history, the name Mouchão is synonymous with wines of distinction.
Discover More
Josef Ehmoser
Wagram, Austria
This husband and wife team of Josef and Martina are a gentle, unassuming couple based in the hamlet of Tiefenthal in Grossweikersdorf, Austria.
Discover More
Joseph Perrier
Champagne, France
This iconic champagne house was founded in 1825 by the father and son, François-Alexandre and Joseph Perrier.
Discover More
Massaya
Faqra, Lebanon
Massaya is the essence of modern-day Lebanon. and through the quality of their wines, the native flavours of the food and the warmth of hospitality, they deliver a message of refinement, happiness and welcome.
Discover More
Oliver Zeter
Neustadt - Haardt, Germany
Brothers Christian and Oliver bottled their first wine in 2007 and have already impressed their peers in Germany. Oliver’s work experience in South Africa shines through in these stellar wines - rising star and a name to watch.
Discover More
Paxton Winery
McLaren Vale, Australia
Established in 1979, Paxton is a family owned wine company. Founder and owner, David Paxton is one of Australia’s most highly respected viticulturalists, a reputation built on managing and growing wine grapes of exceptional quality for over 30 years.
Discover More
Ramos Pinto
Duoso, Portugal
Unique and exceptional, from a most beautiful part of the world and famous for their Tawny Ports, the Ramos Pinto label should be on every wine lovers shopping list.
Discover More
Our People
The team at Stainton Wines are, as you would expect, incredibly passionate about wine but you’ll also be happy to hear that we’re very approachable and always happy to share our knowledge and experience with you. If you know which wines you’re seeking, we can naturally oblige along with making a few personal recommendations that we think are worthy of consideration – you never know, you may just find a new love of your (wine) life!
Discover More
Our Story
The young, fresh-faced Frank Stainton had ambitions to be an English teacher but, after a summer helping out at a local wine merchants in Kendal, he inevitably fell under the spell of the grape and the rest, as they say, is history.
Your Trade Partner
Stainton Wines are proud to supply fine wines to many leading hospitality businesses including premier restaurants, hotels and bars in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Along with our great wines, they choose Stainton Wines thanks to our high service standards and the positive partnerships we create.