W-Shop WHISKY & WINE

185, DaAn Rd, Sec 1, 1F
(02) 2704-2526
Hours:11am-10 pm,
Fri/Sat 11am-12 pm
Credit cards accepted.
www.w-shop.com.tw

Huge French windows at W-Shop brighten this exquisite and comfortable shop. Unlike other wine shops, the wine selling is matched with dining. Inside is a wooden wine cabinet displaying different wines separated by a glass wall, resembling a European-style winery. On the other side is a comfy, relaxing lounge area, where you can order some light snacks with your wine. What a way to spend a lazy afternoon! The basement, a dining area decorated with oak, wooden wine cabinets and murals, also projects a European ambiance. --By Josie Wu, translated by Ann Lee

A. The 'W' represents both whisky & wine, supplied mostly from the U.S and Australia. W-Shop also distributes Blackadder & BenRiach Scotch Whisky and Michel Picard wines from France.

B. W-Shop will hold regular wine-tasting events and will be promoting knowledge of wine utensils and foods that go well with wine to popularize wine culture. There are eight-bottle digital wine-tasting machines where you can purchase a pre-paid cards to try samples (20ml/50ml/110ml) of wine. Prices differ by type of wine, but the great thing is, you won't have to worry not finishing the wine after opening the bottle, it always stays fresh.