Where to find a wine shop in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain?

Looking for a bottle of fine wine in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain? We’ve got you covered! In our wine shops in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain you will find the best deals on red wine, white wine, rose wine and more. You can find our latest offers in one of our seven alcohol shops or by ordering online with same day delivery.

Which is your favorite wine? Red wine? White wine? Rose wine? Find them all in our liquor stores in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain. Or get special discounts on our website.

How to choose a good wine?

Well, this is certainly not an easy task knowing that there are so many names, brands, and types of wine on the market. Things can be even more confusing if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, there are certain tips you can use to find the perfect bottle of wine that matches all your senses and needs. Gray Mackenzie & Partners staff is trained to understand your preferences when it comes to buying wines. Visit one of our seven liquor stores in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain and be sure you will find a wine that will please your senses. GMP is a leading distributor of wine brands from all over the world like Jackson Estate, Jacobs Creek or Graffigna.

Until then, here’s a simple guide to choose the perfect bottle of wine.

Follow your senses

First and foremost, you need to know what kind of taste you like. White? Red? Both? Knowing what your taste buds like better, will help you make the right choice. Find all types of wines in our wine shops or online – we also have monthly offers for our customers to enjoy.

 Know the wine basics

• Sweetness: There are sweet, semi-sweet and dry wines to choose from. Sweet wines (true to their types) usually have a higher concentration of sugar, while dry wines have no sugar at all. The sweetness is usually the first thing we notice and it differs with tastes individually. However, if you notice a mild tingling sensation since the very first sip, you’re on the right track. The perfect bottle of sweet wine is waiting for you in one of our liquor store in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
• Acidity: The sharpness of the wine comes from the acids along with sugar, alcohol and tannins. They play a key role in production, structure and longevity. High acidity wines have a tart and zesty taste. It is considered light bodied. Low acidity wines have a rounder, richer tase. Check out Gray Mackenzie and Partners offers on wine – up to 50% OFF or on of our wine shops in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
• Tannins are phenolic compounds found in the grape skin that adds bitterness, balance and structure to the wine. They cause a drying effect in the mouth but do not confuse this with dry wine. So, if you feel your tongue dry after the first sip, along with a bitter taste, it means that the wine is high in tannins.
• Alcohol: This is certainly the most important thing about wines. Alcohol content has the great influence on wine characteristics, body and classification. ABV (Alcohol by volume) is the standard metric used to determine the alcohol content in an alcoholic beverage. The average alcohol content in wines varies from 11% – 13% (ABV), but you can also find wines with 5.5% or 20% ABV. Visit our wine shops in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain – our staff is trained to help you choose the perfect bottle of wine for you.
• Body: This is the most general wine characteristic. Body depends on a number of factors including grape variety and combination, producing country or region, alcohol content and many more. Quite simply put – wines can have a light body, medium body or full body. This criterion determines how light or heavy the wine tastes in your mouth. Normally, red wine has a fuller body while white wine has a lighter body. A short test to determine the wine body: If the taste of wine stays in your mouth for over 30 seconds, it is definitely a full- bodied wine.

Think of the flavors you love in a wine. Visit our wine shops to choose the perfect bottle!

• Citrus Flavor lovers: There is a perfect selection for people who enjoy citrus flavors, and it’s called Chardonnay. Medium-full bodied white wine with medium acidity. If you are looking for a lighter white wine – try Sauvignon Blanc. It is rich in citrus flavors but has a higher level of acidity.
• Red fruit lovers: People who like red fruits will probably like Pinot Noir. It is lighter than other red wines and offers a variety of fruity notes. It contains fewer levels of Tannins and higher acidity levels.
• Black fruit lovers: If you are a fan of black fruit flavors, Tempranillo could be the best choice for you. It has a rich fruity taste of black cherries and plums, with an earthy aroma and gentle finish. Medium to full bodied. Cabernet Sauvignon, the most popular red wine in the world, is also an excellent choice for a rich, full-bodied, with high acidity and tannins.
• Coffee lovers: If you enjoy drinking coffee, you would probably like wines with peppery and spicy notes combined with fruit flavors and acidity. You could try Pinotage, full-bodied with light to medium tannins and intense flavors.

The occasion also matters. When planning a party, visit our wine shops in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain for monthly offers on all types of wines.

This is another important factor to have in mind while choosing your wine. If you are planning a celebration or a party or hosting a brunch or a formal event – go with a classic bottle of white or red wine. It also depends on the food it will be served with.

If you are choosing wine for personal consumption and not to be paired with food – you could go with a lighter bottle of White wine, Rose wines or opt for a light-bodied Red wine

The right wine pairing is very important and will be covered in our next blog post – stay glued!

Read the label of the wine bottle

Make sure you read the label carefully, especially the back of the label, where you can learn what’s inside the bottle. Do not focus on the label’s looks. Instead, look for information about the origin and content of the wine. Search for the basic wine characteristics – (sweetness, acidity, alcohol etc.) in order to find your perfect bottle of wine.

There you have it – your complete guide to choosing the best wines. Start here, search through our online liquor shop for a wide range of wines on display.

Choose the right wine for you, you may also catch the best wines on offer, too. Did you say home delivery? We offer home delivery on all alcohol beverages directly from our liquor store in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Cheers!