From its beginnings as a small wine and spirits brokerage operating from a co-working space in Brighton, Brunswick Fine Wines has grown into one of the UK’s leading independent fine wine merchants.
Built on trusted relationships, direct sourcing, and a passion for exceptional bottles, Brunswick has evolved from broker to major stockholder, serving collectors, investors, restaurants, and wine lovers alike.
Today, with an award-winning retail shop, international e-commerce platform, and global network of producers and clients, Brunswick continues to combine expertise, provenance, and genuine hospitality at the heart of everything it does.
March 2016 - Brunswick Fine Wines is Founded
Brunswick Fine Wines was incorporated by Carlos De Haan and Jamie Graham. Originally established as a wine and spirits broker, the business began from a small co-working space with a clear vision: to create a more personal, transparent, and relationship-driven approach to fine wine.
In the early days, Brunswick focused on sourcing and brokering wines directly from trusted producers, collectors, and private clients, building a reputation for access, reliability, and expertise. What started as a small operation quickly grew through strong relationships and a shared passion for great bottles and long-term collecting.
2017 - Kenny Stewart Joins the Business
Kenny Stewart joined Brunswick Fine Wines as the company continued to expand its client base and broaden its offering.
Kenny became an important part of the Brunswick story, helping shape the company’s approachable and highly personalised style of service. As Brunswick evolved from a brokerage into a leading stockholder, the growing team strengthened relationships with producers, collectors, and investors across the global wine and spirits market.
November 2020 - Purchase of 15 New Road
Brunswick Fine Wines purchased 15 New Road, marking a significant step in the company’s evolution and long-term ambitions.
By this stage, Brunswick had transitioned from a traditional brokerage model into a major stockholding business, offering clients greater confidence, security, and complete control over provenance and storage. The purchase of a permanent retail space reflected the company’s growing presence within the fine wine world and its commitment to creating a destination for wine lovers and collectors alike.
February 2021 - Opening of the Brunswick Shop
The Brunswick Fine Wines shop officially opened in the heart of Brighton Lanes.
Designed to feel welcoming, relaxed, and unpretentious, the boutique store became a home for Brunswick’s carefully curated range of wines and spirits — from everyday discoveries to some of the world’s rarest bottles. The shop also created a space for tastings, conversation, and community, reflecting Brunswick’s belief that wine and spirits should be shared, celebrated, and enjoyed by everyone.
May 2022 - Launch of New E-Commerce Website
Brunswick launched its fully integrated e-commerce website, significantly expanding its reach across the UK and internationally.
The new platform allowed clients to browse and purchase directly online while introducing international shipping capabilities and a more seamless customer experience. Alongside its growing retail presence, Brunswick continued to strengthen its global network of producers, vineyards, distilleries, collectors, and investors — sourcing wines and spirits from Europe’s most prestigious regions as well as emerging producers around the world.
November 2023 - Decanter Retailer Awards Winner
Brunswick Fine Wines won “Best Regional Shop – South East” at the Decanter Retailer Awards.
The award recognised Brunswick’s distinctive approach to wine retail — combining fine wine expertise with warmth, accessibility, and genuine hospitality. By this point, Brunswick had firmly established itself as one of the UK’s leading independent fine wine merchants, trusted by collectors, investors, and wine lovers alike for its access, knowledge, and carefully managed stock held at premier storage facilities including London City Bond, Eton Park, and CN Logistics in Hong Kong.
November 2025 - Expansion into Restaurant Supply
Brunswick Fine Wines expanded further into the hospitality sector, beginning partnerships with local restaurants and venues to supply carefully curated wine lists and bespoke drinks selections.
Building on years of sourcing expertise and strong producer relationships, the move allowed Brunswick to work more closely with chefs, sommeliers, and hospitality teams, bringing thoughtfully selected wines to dining tables across the region. The expansion reflected Brunswick’s continued evolution — from broker, to stockholder, to an increasingly influential presence within both retail and hospitality.
