About us
Our Philosophy
Quality.
Craftmanship.
Discovery.
This is our guiding philosophy. Our goal is to take you on a journey around the world to family-owned farms, vineyards, and cooperatives that take pride in producing the world’s greatest wines.
Featured Bottle: 2016 Rosehall Run JCR Chardonnay
Our Approach
WINE IS AS MUCH A JOURNEY AROUND THE WORLD AS IT IS A JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY
In this respect, we are master explorers. We know terroirs in Tuscany, appellations in Alsace, and varietals from Veneto.
Our true passion lies in helping you find a new favourite wine. A truly remarkable bottle can bring you on a journey around the world, inspire you to try a new recipe, or merely spark a great conversation.
Featured Bottle: Barnard Griffin Sauvignon Blanc
Drinkclusion
At Buyers + Cellars, we strongly believe in equal opportunity for everyone in our community.
That is why we are a proud Silver Level Supporter of the Drinkclusion Scholarship Program again this year. Funds donated to this important initiative, from generous Drinks Ontario members, will go toward beverage alcohol training & education for BIPOC & other under-represented persons in Ontario.
Drinkclusion was formed by Drinks Ontario in 2020, with support from Vinequity, to focus on increasing equality, diversity and inclusion in the beverage alcohol industry in Ontario. We recognize that a diversity of voices brings strength to our industry through new and different perspectives, experiences and knowledge.
Where will it
take you?
Although there are many large wineries producing outstanding wines, it is the small, family-owned farms or cooperatives that speak to our client base.
Hit play to watch a featured profile on Rosehall Run in Prince Edward Country
A note from the founder
"I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN DRAWN TO WINES THAT SPEAK TO THE BEST EXPRESSION OF A REGION."
In the 30+ years that I have spent in bars and restaurants, 20 as a sommelier, I have always been drawn to wines that speak to the best expression of a region, the “terroir” (though I find the term frequently overused), as well as wines that offer true expressions of the fruit.
I am an “acid freak” and look for the balancing freshness of acidity as well as wines that are food-worthy, as they show their best when properly paired with a meal. For these reasons, our portfolio gravitates towards wineries that offer the right balance of freshness, age-worthiness and fruit character.
– Rob Nellis
REcent blog posts
Wine Body
You have likely heard someone talk about a wine they are enjoying as “light” or “lean”, “medium-bodied” or “bold and full”. These terms describe the body of a wine – its perceived weight and viscosity on your palate. To understand the concept better, think of milk: the difference between light-
Destination Discoveries – Moropoulos Rose Moschofilero
Ready to take your palate around the world, try new things and learn about unique destinations? The Buyers+Cellars Destination Discoveries newsletter will keep you up to date on our amazing wines being featured in the LCBO Destination Collection. LCBO’s Destination Collection The Destination Collection is a program run through the
Destination Discoveries – Reserve Personnelle
Ready to take your palate around the world, try new things and learn about unique destinations? The Buyers+Cellars Destination Discoveries newsletter will keep you up to date on our amazing wines being featured in the LCBO Destination Collection. LCBO’s Destination Collection The Destination Collection is a program run through the
