deVine Wines & Spirits

Downtown’s destination for craft beer, unique spirits and boutique wines. Great assortment of cocktail supplies as well. Service is beyond friendly.

The wine and beer selection here is amazing (they sell other liquor as well, but I pretty much stick to the wine). There is something in every price range, and most of the wine is accompanied by a thorough description. Detailed staff recommendations make choosing even easier! I have loved every bottle I’ve bought here. Definitely my first choice when it comes to liquor stores!
During the holidays, they sell beer advent calendars from craft breweries. If you’re interested in trying 24 kinds of beer for much less than what you’d pay for individual bottles, this is a great option.
I recently learned that deVine Wines offers delivery within the city if you spend more than $ 50. Their website is very user friendly. You can search products by name, type of liquor, country/​region, price, grape type, vintage, etc., and they have several lists of recommendations as well. The delivery charge is based on the distance from the store to the delivery location. (I found it to be very reasonable.)

Great selection of wines, craft beers and spirits. It’s not the cheapest place around but it has a fantastic selection. They close early most evenings that would be my biggest complaint.

My first time in deVine was yesterday as I strolled past while at the Market. I’m very happy I did so. I had intended to purchase some beer recommended by a friend but scored both the beer and a bottle of wine.
I like that the staff have helpful notes posted along the aisles and allow you time to take a gander before offering assistance. Sometimes I’m really not sure what I want until I look around and then the questions pile up.
Because of the many tasting events hosted at the shop I felt I could put more weight on the input/​opinion offered on the beer and wine.
So much to see — prices are good — I’ll be back.
Oh, and did I forget to mention — they wrap your purchases in tissue!!! Makes the trip home so much safer.

I was craving wine during my stay in Edmonton, so I decided to search Unilocal and find the nearest and best wine shop in the downtown district that was still open on a Friday night after 8:15pm.
Enter DeVine wine shop.
The time spent here was no more than 15 minutes when my friend suggested that I went for the Canadian wines instead of the usual Italian or French wines and give them a shot. For me, not a wine connoisseur by any means, had to choose between white and red, and all those different categories between them. I knew something’s I did like, but I never had tried others before. In the end, I ended up getting Sauvignon blank and a Pinot noir. It was sort of a hasty purchase, given that I don’t really know wines and I just picked off the shelf without much thought. I’m always learning new things. I did like wine though, so I felt good with my purchase.
The overall experience here at DeVine wine shop was very positive and non-​chalant. Quite nice to have been here on a Friday night just before closing. A fellow Unilocal elite who grew up in Edmonton told me DeVine is not where locals shop for their wines, but I’m glad they are hear to service those who work, live, and play in downtown Edmonton. The two lady’s who was at the counter when we entered greeted us nicely. There was only one other person that was there shopping. They’re located at 10 111 104^th Street NW. I didn’t ask for help this time around, since I kind of new what I was looking for. I scoped out the shop, which was kind of large, with its extensive wine collection. From local wineries to imports, they have quite an assortment to choose from. I must admit that I favor the Reds versus the whites, but all wines are good in their own way. The flavors are soothing and enriching. It made my mouth water, just thinking about it.
The taste is very much enlightening and delicious to the point of just keeping it all to yourself. #nosharing DeVine wine shop accepts credit cards, which is always a plus. The wine shop was clean, immaculate, and very organized from the areas it was imported from. I eyed those French wines, but settled on trying the Canadian one’s, since I was in fact in Edmonton. Sampling the local cuisine, as it were. For what it was worth, nothing could ever be as great as being in a wine store. Unless you are a chocolate whore in a ice cream shop, but that’s another store and another review for later. Still, you can’t go wrong here at DeVine. Prices are reasonable and the service was nice and pleasant.
I would Definitely recommended for your personal or for your next party or social function.
Support local!
B+

We have shopped at DeVine Wines a couple of times, and the shop is great. Location is stellar — 104 st is likely the coolest street in Edmonton. And the selection can’t be beat (and it’s not just wine!).
This review is mostly for one of their courses. They host these special events (about 2 hours long) every so often (seems to be a couple of times a month). The topics are various — sometimes they host winemakers to show/​give samples of their portfolios, other times it’s more of a learning session.
We attend the ‘Wine Basics’ night (caveat: we started with hardly any proper knowledge of wine). The night was organized, extremely educational, and quite pleasant. The people that run the course (and presumably the shop) are very highly educated about wine and their passion shows. It was a great chance to learn not only about the typical varietals, but also extra bits of knowledge such as which glasses are best for service which wine, info about decanters, how to tell when a wine has ‘gone bad’, etc.
My fiancé and I had a very enjoyable time, and it’s nice to feel more informed now about shopping for wine — we generally know which we’ll like and which we prefer to avoid. I’d recommend the course to anyone wanting to get a better appreciation for wine!

My boyfriend and I come here to pick up Moscato d’Asti on a regular basis. Their selection is pretty good — they have bottles here that are hard to find anywhere else in the city otherwise. Staff seem to helpful on all occasions we’ve been there. They have a nice selection of wines as well.

I usually drop in to buy cider or a craft beer after visiting the farmers market. They have a pretty impressive collection of cider and beer (wine isn’t my thing so I’ve never bothered). I also like that the staff isn’t always one step behind you and you can browse in peace.

My boyfriend and I have shopped here for years, even before we moved to 104^st. I have always liked their selection of wines and their scotches. The staff are friendly and helpful. Well at least they were. A couple months ago we (for the first time) returned a «corked» bottle of wine. Previously we had gotten a bottle of Magpie from there that we had been saving for quite some time. Last July we opened it to find it had spoiled. We didn’t complain then as it had been so long since purchased and because sometimes that just happens. However when it happened again (with a different brand) we decided to say something. Normally taking the time to return something is more of a pain then anything for me but my bf insisted they should know as perhaps it was a bad case. We brought the bottle in the next day after it had been open. It was still ½ full as we’d only decanted enough for two glasses. The guy working was annoyed and right then and there sampled the wine very smugly and in my opinion in a «stuck up I know everything» way. He rudely said we were wrong and the wine was totally fine. It was mortifying as he was not understanding at all and made us feel (in front of other customers and staff) that we didn’t know what we were talking about. The crazy thing is we weren’t looking for our money back we were just wanting to let them know there was a problem with this particular wine and perhaps the case. The wine tasted awful it was a lighter then normal colour with sediment in it. I don’t pretend to be a wine connoisseur but I do know enough to know when wine has gone bad. So after that we had decided to avoid that store even if it meant going out of our way. Unfortunately last week my bf was heading to a party and was asked to bring a couple boxes — yes boxes — of wine. He made the mistake of just running across the street instead of driving somewhere else. He was «greeted» by the same guy. He asked if by chance they carried box wine. Now we get that to some box wine is considered «cheap» and what not — everyone is entitled to their own opinion. However as a business (my bf being a business owner himself) putting aside your one sided opinion for professionalism and customer service will always get you further. He responded to my bf with «I don’t know what you mean». My bf said «you know like wine that comes in a box». The man responded nose in air «I don’t know what that is» then turned and continued doing what he was doing on his computer.
My bf suggested we just avoid them like the plague however as someone who loves this city and the people in it that make it rock I feel obligated to call out those who are ruining it. That employee doesn’t know who he’s speaking to on a daily basis and it could just one day be a guest to our city and I would hate if any one had reason to believe we Edmontonians are anything less then awesome. So my recommendation is that although the rest of the staff have always been great I would avoid this place on the unlucky chance you get that guy. ^^^

BEST selection of beer. Expensive as hell if you’ve been to Ontario or Europe and you know how much alcohol actually costs but who gives a shit– we live in land locked Alberta and Alcohol is not regulated by the government so we don’t have to buy what they tell us to! We pay for inhibition, dammit.
I like craft beer, whiskey, wine and port and I’ve never been disappointed. They have a myriad selection of everything and knowledgeable staff who will help when asked but don’t stand over your shoulder judging every glance you make. More often than not you’ll end up at the metaphorical ‘fork in the road’ especially if you’re looking for something general. You just feel like ‘wine’ or you just feel like getting some stranger danger beers. You could be standing in front of those cooler doors for a few minutes. Try the Yukon Gold, the mystery dark beers etc.
My favourite touch are the staff picks on the yellow cards, the points the wine received (if any) and a wordy, poetic paragraph describing anything notable. I love it when the aficionado behind the counter wraps my executive purchase in tissue paper like it’s the best thing I’m going to gift or drink. It usually is. It’s not rocket science and it’s not intimidating– try making moonshine from a youtube video and finding your way back home after a few samples– THAT’S intimidating. deVine Wines & Spirits is more or less your dream cellar if it had paid employees constantly stocking the shelves.
My most recent purchase was a bottle of pinot noir: Naoussa Boutari, 2009 and I thought it was delicious and unusual. I didn’t cook with it so that’s saying something.

This is my favourite wine store. Sure you can buy wine anywhere, it’s their knowledge I love and admire. All of the staff has intellectual property about all types of wine. I’m an intermediate foodie. Still so much to learn and they are always so helpful on pairings and selection. If you need the right wine for any occasion, this is your go to store

They carry Laughing Magpie and Profumi della Costiera Limoncello, that is golden in my books! That’s enough for an awesome night in itself.
The staff is INCREDIBLY helpful both for suggestions and reviews, and the shop itself is beautiful. Situated right on 104^th, it avoids the usual dusty décor of specialty wine shops. I don’t even bother looking for wine in other liquor stores now. Rather, I just swing by DeVine knowing that I’ll come home with something great.

5 stars because Devine is fantastic. It has to be one of my favorite, if not my favorite liquor stores in Edmonton. It fits in wonderfully on 104^th street because it’s tiny but still has wonderful and exotic selection. The staff are absolutely fantastic, seriously they will take you time to walk through all your options and they won’t push the more expensive bottle just because it’s more expensive which I really appreciate. I love their wine selection, they actually have a lot more variety from each country than a lot of liquor stores do. I think the difference is that they have less bottles.
Devine also has a great selection of hard liquor and sipping alcohols, great for gifts! I love that Devine also sells wine accessories. My favorite was like a wine journal I received as a Christmas present from Devine, but I also swoon over the beautiful glassware they sell. In case that isn’t enough for you Devine also sells books on alcohol — wonderful! I really love this place, I don’t know why I didn’t stop in sooner.

There are liquor stores and then there are liquor stores! The first sells booze; your garden variety beers and a really bad selection of wine kept in a store that is 25 degrees in the summer. Oh, and there is that card board cut out of a hot girl from the mid 90’s urging you to drink ‘Bud’ — Anheuser Busch, when will you realize that we are never going to drink that watered down ale. However, this is not one of those stores.
DeVine is an excellent little shop on 104^th st bursting with isle after isle of outstanding wines from moderate to man-that’s-amazing. Don’t expect to see the really crap, mass produced stuff here; there’s just no need, nor the room! The staff is helpful although a bit aloof. If you need help just ask for it, they are more then happier to, but mostly they leave you alone to wander the store. There is a large wooden case that I refer to as Jennie Heaven, for it is filled to the ceiling with glorious bottles of champagne. Ooo, those whom know me know I love bubbles!
The port selection is also really amazing. We have picked up some quite unique and rare bottles of port, collectible bottles as well as the usually Taylors and Tylers, best when in their twenties — (Yes, that was an Oilers joke!) DeVine also has a fine selection of scotch and a very interesting selection of micro brewed and other beers. In fact, they even have an entire cooler case of unique beers that are sold by the bottle!
For the most part, I am heading in to get a really nice hostess gift, a special bottle for a special occasion or for a self indulgent splurge.
Wow, all this talk of wine… is it noon yet?

Whether you are just getting interested in wines and are completely clueless, or are already a fan but need to grow your knowledge and your wine collection, DeVine Wines is the place to go.
For the beginner wine connoisseur, DeVine Wines offers many classes at various price points and on various topics, allowing you to explore a variety of wines without committing to buying a whole bottle you may or may not enjoy. It is at one of these tasting classes that I learnt that the very expensive Dom Perignon is not to my liking and a much less expensive Veuve Clicquot, thankfully, is where it’s at for me. Class topics are offered by region, reds, whites, champagnes, price points, etc.
For the more experienced, the staff are a wealth of information, particularly owner Ed Fong. If you’re looking for a wine for a particular occasion or meal, you can simply let the staff know what you plan on eating it with and if you prefer red or white, and they can suggest a variety of wines that would pair well. Ed Fong is especially talented at this and usually opts to point people towards wines under $ 20.
Regardless of your interest or budget, there are a variety of options here for everyone, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it, they are ready, willing, and eager to assist.

Stopped by this wine shop while wandering around when I was in town for a conference. They have many types of wines available from all over the world, as well as other liquors to suit your fancy. The counter guys were really friendly and ready to help if I had any questions. I was happy to find pear cider in this shop because I was having a craving for this beverage (don’t ask!). If I lived in Edmonton, I know I would visit this shop quite often for all my wine needs.

Must I even sing the praises of DeVine when everyone else has already done such a good job? I like to drop in here after the Farmer’s Market or whenever I’m in the neighbourhood because I don’t know how to pick wine, but the staff at DeVine does. I love the set up of the store and the staff is so friendly & helpful. Additionally there’s usually samples out when I drop in – I like shopping for wine while drinking wine, it feels right. I always take home something new, and thanks to the connoisseurs that work there, it’s always something great. Why go anywhere else?

deVine Wines is much more than just a wine shop. It’s a shop that boasts in its knowledge of wines more than anything else. Located very conveniently on 104^th street and Jasper, this wineshop makes living easy. Right outside the LRT station and right on 104^th street where the City Center market runs on saturdays (summers, i.e.).
Firstly, they have like so many different labels of wines that can easily be accessed online as well. In this manner, if you are interested in focussing on a very specific vineyard or wine region you can filter your browsing to that and of course, cost filters too because sometimes two bottles might look identical, but one could cost 10 times the other!
Apart from a great online list, they have regular wine & cheese tasting events which are often times free, though people (like me) end up always buying a bottle of the wine on exhibit. In any case, it’s a great place to spend some time and learn about the complexity of the grape :-) (i’m trying to sound all cool and educated now).
Yes, let’s not forget the awesome monthly wine case thing they have going. You can sign up to this and I think you get like 6 bottles of wine a month. Of course, that’s a lot of wine for one month, but it is something you could share with other friends. Also, you could order this once in two months. The wines are chosen by deVine itself.
Their wines range in cost from $ 15 to $ 1500 — this is the real deal.

So maybe I go here too often. But what fun is life with out a few vices? In my opinion, this is the best place in the city to buy wine. I like to get the mixed wine case of the month. 6 different whites and 6 different reds, which changes every month. I have not yet had a bad bottle from these cases, and often am discovering something new and exciting. If you like wine and have asked a wine store clerk for a recommendation you probably got the «what are you looking for?» or «what kind of wine do you like?». But that’s not a good way to learn about new wines. Get the mixed case. They have picked 12 wines that you will enjoy and learn from.
They also have my favorite Scotch (Isle of Jura). And lots of very nice spirits. The beer selection is nice, but not very high on the American Microbrews. Just Rogue, which is nice, but I would like a bigger variety. Good for some nice Beligan beers though.
Overall, a fun place to spend an hour or so on the weekend.

DeVine wines really is simply divine. They carry a very large selection of wines from around the world and have extremely knowledgeable staff who can help you find exactly what you need, whether you know what that is or not! Besides wines, they also have a very good selection of beers. I usually pick up a case of something I have never heard of before when I come here. Last night it was Hibiscus beer from a French brewery as well as the fall staple of Pumpkin Pie Spice from our local favorite brewery, Alleykat. Both were delicious!
They frequently host wine tastings and even have a wine club! You can pay a couple hundred dollars a month to receive a case of wine put together by the staff. Check their website for upcoming events and book QUICKLY as they sell out very fast.