Scotland's oldest wine merchant have announced they have opened up a brand new shop in the heart of Edinburgh city centre this week.
Founded in the capital over 200 years ago, Cockburns of Leith have been known to have some very famous customers over the years, with the likes of Sir Walter Scott and even Charles Dickens buying a bottle. Back in 1796, the brand was founded brothers Robert and John Cockburn, who imported wines and spirits from across the world into Leith, before selling them on across the British Empire.
Despite many challenges over the years, and changing hands several times, the company has managed to stay afloat, and are now known to be Scotland's oldest wine merchant.
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Speaking this week, the brand announced they have now opened a shiny and new New Town store, which will also be offering tasting events.
Keeping a historic and grand look about it the new Frederick Street shop has wine racks from floor to ceiling, as well as a dedicated chiller on-site.
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Keith Murray, director of Cockburns of Leith, said: “We are excited by this next chapter in the Cockburns of Leith story, building on a 200-year heritage of excellence and conviviality as we seek to supply the very best of global wine and spirits to our customers.
“While online sales continue to grow, and are an important part of the modern Cockburns of Leith business, we also believe in the power of retail.
“That is why we have decided to open our first bottle shop, which comes at an exciting time of rejuvenation for Edinburgh’s commercial core. Customers are keener than ever to experience the brands they purchase first hand – by seeing and tasting them in store or hearing the history for themselves."
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