4th generation of the Amps family to run the business and about to hit 40 years as a wine merchant in 2022. I enjoy all quality wines from around the world. Former Chairman of the Champagne Academy and Oundle Business Association. Passionate about sport, country pursuits and harvesting my own food.
I moved to Oundle in 2000 and started working at Amps two years later. I've been very fortunate to work in many aspects of the company, not only gaining valuable experience in wine, but also having the opportunity to share my interest in spirits. I'm a wine enthusiast at heart and feel very fortunate to work in wine.
I moved to Oundle in 2000 and started working at Amps two years later. I've been very fortunate to work in many aspects of the company, not only gaining valuable experience in wine, but also having the opportunity to share my interest in spirits. I'm a wine enthusiast at heart and feel very fortunate to work in wine.
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These cases are designed for the explorer in you. We carefully select wines we love every season and create quarterly selections. Each case includes a handy wine guide featuring how it got from vine to wine, fun facts and food pairings. It's a great way to discover new favourites, stay ahead of the trends and expand your wine knowledge.
When you are celebrating I'm sure you want only the very best at the very best value, something we all strive for at Amps Fine Wines. With over 100 years of experience we are certain we can find the perfect wines for your event on any budget or size. We understand that each event or wedding is unique, which is why we tailor our wines to you.
Over the four generations of Amps family trading we have built up a reputation for being one of the leading independent wine merchants, not only in the six county area we cover, but through the whole country. Our award winning company not only supplies you with hand selected, top quality wine but backs that up with an unrivalled level of customer service.
If you live within our local delivery area you will be able to select this option at checkout. We have had to reduce our area temporarily whilst the hospitality industry gets back on its feet. We use DPD to deliver orders outside of our local area.
DPD is a consumer favourite UK courier that offers next day delivery service (Monday-Friday) using quality recyclable packaging and an unrivalled tracking system allowing you to see exactly when your order will arrive and to make amendments to your delivery even whilst it's on the way to you.
DPD is a consumer favourite UK courier that offers next day delivery service (Monday-Friday) using quality recyclable packaging and an unrivalled tracking system allowing you to see exactly when your order will arrive and to make amendments to your delivery even whilst it's on the way to you.
Amps Wine Merchants is a 4th generation independent wine merchant based in Oundle, where the shelves have been bursting with an exciting range of wines from around the world since 1901. We combine a passion for wines of character, style and value with total dedication to the independently minded wine drinker and friendly, knowledgeable service.
Reviews (8)
Emma Paul
Oct 08, 2021
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Very disappointed! We came here today hopeful of suggestions and advice on which wines to purchase. We walked through the door, I said hello and had a reluctant reply. From what I can tell there were three employees/owners in the store. Not one of them asked if we needed help or what we prefer.. Absolutely the worst customer service. We were there to stock up for the winter and they missed out big time on out custom. Will never step foot in there again.
Maybe it was my checked flannel shirt and converse boots that put you off? Big mistake.....big mistake.
Maybe it was my checked flannel shirt and converse boots that put you off? Big mistake.....big mistake.
Anthony Kim
Jul 20, 2021
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A bit disappointing experience here. First attempt at buying a bottle and ordered a magnum of Champagne. They delivered a 750ml. They didn't realize it until after it had been delivered to my home and my wife had opened the box and thrown the shipping box out.
They now need to send me a replacement box, the replacement bottle, and collect the original incorrect bottle. No discount offered, no gesture other than an apology. I get mistakes happen, but now have to sit around for 2 additional deliveries and collections - not worth it.
Granted I have no purchasing history here but almost any other
They now need to send me a replacement box, the replacement bottle, and collect the original incorrect bottle. No discount offered, no gesture other than an apology. I get mistakes happen, but now have to sit around for 2 additional deliveries and collections - not worth it.
Granted I have no purchasing history here but almost any other
All Out Genius
Jan 16, 2021
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Amberley Stephens
Jun 23, 2020
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We first visited AMPS just before lock down, tasted some good wines on offer and and a nice chat with the lady behind the till who suggested following them on Facebook to get the latest offers. We’ve since been buying from them during lockdown, wines are delivered within one or two days to Peterborough and the wines they suggest are always yummy! They recently delivered gifts of wine to nominated local Covid-19 heros which was lovely to see and lovely to read how the hero’s were contributing and how touched they were by the gift. Highly recommend and really enjoying supporting a local business
Richard Bogg
Dec 25, 2019
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Two weeks ago we went in and spoke to a very helpful lady who advised on a lovely wine to have with lamb, done two bottles bought. They were wrapped in paper and put in to a bag and headed to me, lovely thank you very much great service we'll be back. However what a difference two weeks makes popped in on a Saturday to buy a bottle of the same wine. As we entered the shop we were alone and then a voice from the corner said hello. After about 10/12 minutes with no service of help I picked a bottle and went to the counter. After a minute or so a grumpy old man wearing yellow framed glasses came over
Simon Carter
Sep 10, 2019
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I was recommended to try Amps by a friend, so I popped down the alley off the High Street and followed the signs, which took me round the back to this local wine merchants.
I was warned by said friend, who uses them regularly, that they could be a bit expensive but, in the event, was looking for an interesting bottle of whiskey, of which they had several. I prowled the shelves to see what they had in the wine line and the stock seems to be pretty wide, though there was no Oregon Pinot noir, a favourite of mine.
The two staff on duty were helpful and pleasant and obviously very happy to offer
I was warned by said friend, who uses them regularly, that they could be a bit expensive but, in the event, was looking for an interesting bottle of whiskey, of which they had several. I prowled the shelves to see what they had in the wine line and the stock seems to be pretty wide, though there was no Oregon Pinot noir, a favourite of mine.
The two staff on duty were helpful and pleasant and obviously very happy to offer
Gary Rowley
Aug 23, 2019
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James Bavington
Dec 21, 2014
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