Stop whining your heart out with these wine bars in Manchester

Wine: best known as a multifunctional drink, including after-work relief, a crisp sip in the sun, and an easy digester at the function. And a city that has a location for every one of those perfect wine-inspired occasions is no other than Manchester. A hot spot for casual drinks that could possibly lead to being wine-drunk in the Freemount, we have a nice, rounded list of all the best wine bars in Manchester to get you started. 

Whether you’re a rosé person, like to dabble in a bit of pino or favour the depth of a good merlot, you’re in good hands. Because despite being in the know with tickets, our knowledge of where to spend your money is extensive. So scroll down and check out where you can try the tastiest wines and even indulge in all three in the worker bee city. 

Ad Hoc

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Where: 28 Edge St, Manchester M4 1HN

Starting off strong on the best wine bars in Manchester list is NQ favourite, Ad Hoc. Popular for their great quality wines, Ad Hoc puts dedication into providing an unreal selection that will be sure to get you just the right amount of wine drunk. Sourced from a broad range of importers, expect well-made and well-priced wine.

Salut Wine 

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Where: 11 Cooper St, Manchester M2 2FW

Another Manchester wine bar that should be on your radar is Salut Wine. Starting out as an idea in 2009, Salut Wine came to fruition in the heart of Manchester in 2014, and has been quenching the thirsty palates of the north ever since. Both independently and locally owned, Salut Wine prides itself on sharing wine and good times with kindness, respect, integrity and inclusivity.

KERB

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Where: 04 Henry St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5DD

Let's be honest, if you're out for a good glass of wine, half of the search also relies on a good aesthetic to get those ambient pictures. And a place with the perfect mix of unreal wines and a top-notch atmosphere is KERB. Located in Ancoats, KERB is a lively neighbourhood hangout and wine shop committed to showcasing the purest, most authentic use of the grape. 

And if you're passionate about supporting small producers who have a strong connection to their soil, fruit, and region, then KERB is the perfect wine bar for you. 

Flawd

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Where:  9 Keepers Quay, Manchester M4 6GL

Since 2021, Flawd has been serving the neighbourhood of Ancoats with their natural wines and equally strong seasonal menu. Formed by the heads behind the award-winning restaurant over on New York Street in Manchester, Higher Ground, Flawd has been quality, literally unflawed, when it comes to setting down an unmissable wine. 

With an intimate vibe, you can choose to either eat inside or watch the marina; however, with everything on a first-come, first-served basis, make sure to mark your spot if you're looking for a rustic start to your evening.

Atomeca

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Where: Unit G21, The Avenue Spinningfields, 3 Hardman St, Manchester M3 3HF

If wine with a concept is more your speed, then Atomeca is a steady option. With two locations in Deansgate and Spinningfields, while their Deansgate location offers daytime treats with coffee and pastries, Spinningfields brings a new way of consuming wine. 

With small plates paired with an extensive wine menu inspired by continental Europe, Atomeca allows you to walk in and surround yourself with people who love a good quality wine. 

Isca 

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Where: 1032 Stockport Rd, Manchester M19 3WX

A little further out of the city centre, we have Isca, home to natural food and wines. Focusing on the cycle of ingredients, from growing to preserving, celebrating the process from soil to service, Isca takes a different approach to food and wine. 

Set up by the duo, Isobel Jenkins and Caroline Dubois, Isca was created with a sustainable approach and continues working in a respectful way with both the planet and their local community. With their good menu available from local farms, what better way to enjoy an evening than with equally well-curated wine? 

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