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The Wine Buff

Wine store

👍👍 I am in Dublin and needed to buy wine as a present for a friend in Cork. I spoke to Katrin who was personable and so knowledgeable - If you are buying wine in Cork then call Katrin in this shop - you won’t go wrong! People often mention wine, Wine, Katrin, Buff, shop,


Address

78 Oliver Plunkett St, Centre, Cork, T12 A276, Ireland

Website

www.thewinebuff.com

Contact

+353 21 425 1668

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (44 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10:30 am to 6 pm
  • Thursday: 10:30 am to 6 pm
  • Friday: 10:30 am to 6 pm
  • Saturday: 10:30 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:30 am to 6 pm

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  • 5/5 Patrick S. 2 years ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I am in Dublin and needed to buy wine as a present for a friend in Cork. I spoke to Katrin who was personable and so knowledgeable - If you are buying wine in Cork then call Katrin in this shop - you won’t go wrong!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Christian S. 4 years ago on Google • 50 reviews
    Must be the season of the year, but the shop was empty when I was served in a very derogatory and condescending manner, both staff were eager to get me out as quickly as possible... Wasn't allowed to tap my own card, the lady behind the counter took it from my hand. Articles were packed behind my back and once paid I was told to pick it up from the table, the sales-man was busy doing other things. Unbelievable, I hope other customers receive better treatment. Guess I will buy from another shop in the future.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gerard M. 3 years ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Shopping for wine here will give you three advantages. First, a satisfying combination of quality at an affordable price. Second, impressive choices of high end wines and more economically priced options. Third (and my favourite reason for going there) a visit to the Wine Buff can turn into a class in understanding wine. They are so kind and generous with their knowledge, and do not lord it over you if (like me) you do not have a deep understanding of or familiarity with wine labels.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Louis L. 4 years ago on Google • 6 reviews
    I cannot recommend the Wine Buff in Cork enough. Always providing the greatest service from selecting wine for a Saturday night in, organising and hosting bespoke team building events with my work colleagues to helping me with dinner parties for friends. Katrin and Michael have fantastic wine knowledge which they are always willing to share/teach. A very special wine shop who go the extra 10 miles
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Suzanne C. 4 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    I can't recommend the Wine Buff more! The staff are always willing and excited to help you find the perfect wines for your needs in your price range. As someone who is always looking for something new and interesting Katrin is always able to point me in the right direction. Thanks guys for everything you do!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 O N. 3 years ago on Google • 981 reviews
    Wine Buff has a wide selection of wine and accessories. The staff and owners are super knowledgeable and helpful. They will do their best to insure that you get the wine most suitable for you. The shop is wheelchair accessible. There is wheelchair accessible parking nearby. Meets HSE standards and requirements. #accessible #wheelchairaccessible

  • 5/5 Damian C. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Used the wine buff for my wedding recently. All I can say is fantastic. Service, advice the expertise was all fantastic. Wine buff cork are an amazing wealth of knowledge and information which made our decision so much easier. Everyone had great remarks about the wine on the day and I would recommend the wine buff cork to everyone.

  • 5/5 Jurgita K. 2 years ago on Google
    Delighted with customer service and how helpful Katrin was fulfilling my order and organising delivery with very short notice. Present looks fantastic, thank you so very much.

  • 5/5 Des J. 3 years ago on Google
    Thank you Wine Buff Cork.Sandra was excellent helping me choose wines on the phone. The wines were then couriered up north in a few days,very fast and efficiently. The wine is great !!

  • 5/5 nicu b. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good experience, helpful staff came with good advices for choosing perfect wine for my taste.

  • 5/5 Tony B. 3 years ago on Google • 1 review
    A big thanks to Katrin and Michael. Last year The Wine Buff did a magnificent job in matching a wine menu for our wedding. At late notice (within 24 hours!) Katrin arranged today for a delivery of our wedding wine for our anniversary. A touch of class in every way they run their business. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maja J. 1 year ago on Google • 1 review
    I visited this shop for the first time and I can definitely recommend to others. Stuff is very helpful and have good knowledge about wine. Today lovely lady help me to choose perfect sweet wine for myself.

  • 5/5 Dawn R. 1 year ago on Google • 2 reviews
    We have been going to here for a few years now. We usually order a case or two and Michael always accommodates us by delivering to us. We are always more than happy with their level of service, the fantastic choice of wines and of course the advise and friendliness they offer. We simply wouldnt go anywhere else. I would highly recommend The Wine Buff


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ In-store pick-up
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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