Our Latest Book
Collecting Wine by Chris Hambleton
COMING SPRING 2025!
Collecting wine can be a serious business or simply a hobby, but wherever you sit on that scale the same basic principles apply, whether you have 60 bottles or 6,000.
This book aims to be a useful guide for both enthusiastic amateurs and more serious wine buyers, helping them navigate their way through the joys and difficulties of the wine trade. From the first steps into retail wine aisles to the complex world of auctions, brokers and allocations, finding a balance that fits your budget and lifestyle is vitally important.
Wine is a luxury, one of life’s great pleasures, but unless you are simply in it for the money (easier said than done), then you should also only think about wines you actually like to drink.
Chris Hambleton is a seasoned wine industry professional with over 25 years of diverse experience, including roles in retail, wine education, consulting, sales, tasting events, writing, and auctioneering.
In 2016, he founded Bacchus Wine Auctions to address significant shortcomings he observed in the wine auction market, such as high commissions, hidden charges, and a lack of genuine care for the wines being sold.
Chris’s approach is characterised by a deep love for wine and a commitment to resolving industry inefficiencies, making Bacchus Wine Auctions a unique player in the wine auction market.
In his latest book, Collecting Wine, Chris shares his specialist knowledge with those who wish to start, enhance or grow their wine collections.
THE UK'S TRUSTED SPECIALISTS IN FINE AND RARE WINE AUCTIONS
Bacchus Wine Auctions is a specialised UK wine auction house exclusively dedicated to fine wines and spirits. Founded in 2016, we offer authenticated wine buying and selling services, with a specific focus on quality and trust.
Our unique approach involves authenticated & trusted wine buying and selling at auction, as well as providing a personal touch with our experienced team.
Operated by wine specialists, Bacchus Wine Auctions exclusively handles wines and spirits, distinguishing ourselves from generalist auction houses. We have successfully sold thousands of high-quality wines worldwide, providing a personalised service for savvy wine enthusiasts seeking trusted wine transactions.
