November 4, 2022

Christmas Wine Tastings

Looking for some expert help and advice for your Christmas wine selections?

Come and join us for our free wine tasting events at Barrica Wines. Taking place over several weekends throughout November and into December, we’ve got some great experts lined up to help you make the perfect choices for your Christmas celebrations. Red or white, sparkling or sweet, we’ll have plenty of great quality wines to suit your preferences, menus and budget.

Marta Vine

Saturday, November 19th - 12pm to 4pm

We’ll have the wonderful Marta Vine on-hand to walk you through some fabulous Portuguese wines and Port selections.

Alison Gregson

Saturday, November 26th - 12pm to 4pm

The very knowledgeable Alison Gregson will be here to share her expertise and she’ll have a wonderful selection of wines and Ports for you to sample.

James Mitchell

Sunday, November 27th - 12pm to 4pm

Whatever celebrations and menu choices you have planned this Christmas, James Mitchell has the knowledge and expertise to guide through some of the best wine selections to suit your budget.

Tom Burke

Saturday, December 3rd - 2pm to 4pm

Tom Burke joins us for our final Christmas wine tasting and with just a few weeks to go, he’ll make sure you find the best wine choices to give you the most memorable Christmas celebrations.

Put the dates in your diary today!

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Daisy May

4 months ago

Visited here a few times after grabbing lunch at the Cafe next door. Well! What a difference! Whilst the place next door is seriously lacking in customer service and care, this place is a breath of fresh air. I was served by a lovely lady called Brenda, and a young chap called Elliott, both of whom made me feel welcome and valued as a customer. The shop is an Alladin's cave of fine wines and other beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. They also sell local honey, small gift items and a lovely selection of cards and Wallings ice cream! They also have a lovely outdoor seating area behind the shop, and a small indoor seating area upstairs, which I think alot of people dont know is even there! They are dog-friendly, though I dont have a dog myself anymore, I love places with pooches! I would love for this place to sell good brews (they do filter coffee, but l am not a fan of it, unfortunately) and basic food - sandwiches, toasties, soup, fruit and plain toast, cream teas, etc. I'm certain they would make a killing on customers who value their welcome and smiles on a Visit to Astley Park. Thanks for brightening my days 😘

jenny cruickshanks

A truly fabulous afternoon spent in the garden of Barrica wines listening to Stephen Bayliss and drinking delicious wine! Great venue, sunshine, superb staff. Will look forward to the next time 👍

Andrew Smith

Knowledgeable staff very helpful and reasonable priced

Sharon Baldwin

6 months ago

Popped in this morning for a look, love the shop. Served by two lovely ladies who were most pleasant. Will reckomend to my Son who lives local.

RememberThis

9 months ago

Lovely little shop, two floors, great selection of unusual wines and foodie gifts with a strong emphasis on 'local' producers/makers. . Ground floor: Wines, local beverages, foods, coffee bean corner and chilled selection of cheeses (low stock on the day of visit) plus yummy pastries with option of good hot coffee/mulled wine to go. . Upper floor: Crafty giftware with a local vibe, some interesting ceramic sculptures and colourful hand blown glass. . Afterthoughts: Perhaps would be nice to offer some good breads to go with cheeses but appreciate that it may not be a commercial option. 🙂 Lots of potential....

Nick Private

2 years ago

Small Gordy

Fantastic shop selling a varied selection of local produce and wines. I purchased some cider brandy - splendid stuff!

Tom Nightingale

Andrew Holdsworth

I did a delivery there and the staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Karl Mather

Bustling with a huge range of great gifts & excellent Ice Cream!

Paul

Carolyn Rowe

So expensive charged over £23.00 for a bottle of non alchoholic Proceso when I got home a pricing label was showing £21.50.

thomas fawcett

Dave K

3 years ago

We had a superb time on Sat 20th April when our party of 4 attended the wine flight, presented by Jane (the owner of Barrica Wines) whilst sampling a 3 course meal prepared by Ian (the owner of the View Bar & Bistro). Brilliant food and fantastic wine … we were all amazed. Also, the 4 of us learned that apart from selling a great range of wines at affordable prices; Barrica Wines offered far more than being a classy wine merchant. In the café area upstairs (where we enjoyed the wine flight and food) we saw that there were extremely interesting crafts and artefacts made by local artisans and artists for sale. Without doubt a gem to be experienced for both the wine and the café. Plus, the View Bar & Bistro, Bury Lane, Withnell (who provided the meal) is also highly recommended.

Ruth Shaw

I can't rate this place enough amazing wines. We regularly meet in the upstairs room and the staff are helpful and friendly, looking forward to the wine taste meal next month. Keep up the great work guys 😃

Marketing BuyaBike

A hidden gem with so many incredible local products and quality wines, beers and spirits. The gift shop upstairs is super too. Friendly, courteous staff and I enjoyed a lovely Mango sorbet. Thanks ladies :-)

Fiona Merrill

Jane thank-you so much for supplying wine for Lucy’s and Matts wedding. Guests have asked where we got the wines from. Your help and guidance greatly appreciates as always. Thank-you x

Sophie Foster

I bought the pitmaster zinfandel after staff recommendation! I've been on a red wine journey since January looking for a healthier alternative than rosé wine. I've tried a few reds now, and made more beef ragu than I care to remember with the amount of red wines I've not liked 😅🍷 This zinfandel is really smooth and fiery. It doesn't leave the usual bitter aftertaste in the mouth I've experienced with other types. Thankyou for your expert recommendation! I'll be back! 🍷

Bob Berry

Excellent

SWBKCB

This is a little gem, lots of interesting variety, stuff you won't see elsewhere. And the young lady serving was a charm, what an asset to have in your business. Knowledgeable, friendly, authentic.

Cornel Sampson

Wow, Listen to this for an endorsement 😮‼️ #turmeric #ginger #beetroot #functionalmedicine #arthritis #menapause #kneepain #shoulderpain #ibs #Psoriasis #PMS

Kate Harling

Jane is always so knowledgeable and full of great gift ideas! Appreciate you helping me out again 😊

Phil Marsden

A fantastic array of foods, wines, ground coffee, ice cream etc… A hidden gem in Chorley. Lots of local and world produce. Worth a visit.

James Bengochea

4 years ago

Lovely selection of wines and fresh bakery produce. Smelt so lovely with all the various aromas and the new selection of coffees towards the back of the shop.

Graham Hough

Excellent local produce, and a huge range of wines, spirits, beers, coffee ground in store. Staff very helpful, and not to be missed when visiting Astley Hall.

P Cornwell

Fantastic place, quality wines with expert advice from staff. With the advantage of artisan breads, fabulous cakes, chocolates, gifts and cards for every occasion, it’s got it all. Pop up events, the list goes on. Can highly recommend

Allan Bodgers

Best range wine from around the world, always well stocked and the benefit of getting some local quality bread and cheese. Plus benefit of being easy access at Astley Park.

Sally Sabin

Fabulous place to visit while in Astley Park right next to the car park for easy access... unique gifts, food items or a hot brew and cake 😋 If your looking for an ideal gift then please look into the hampers which can be made up specifically for you and look amazing... my dad loved his gin/coffee one at Christmas 😍

Julie Knifton

Such a great local shop that showcases other local businesses. Fantastic range of wines and the staff can give you recommendations without making you feel intimidated. They are more than happy to help you choose and are so knowledgeable. Lovely range of gifts, they can make up gift hampers for any occasion. Get yourself down there, have a browse and support this amazing local business.

Kevin Munro

Fantastic little shop round the back of Astley Hall with fantastic wines and beers, and teas and coffees, and bread and cakes, and ice cream and sweets, oh and brilliant and knowledgeable staff. Can’t wait to sit in the garden again this summer with a beer and a bottle of wine and chill out ☺️

Priest Town Brewing

Great little shop stocking a great variety of local produce along with a range of wines. Lovely, friendly staff make it a welcoming place

Alexis Valentine

A magnificent selection of Wines, Beers and Spirits plus Jane Cuthbertson's vast experience. Handmade jewellery and glass from local artists.

Angela Williams

A fantastic wine, beer, spirits and locally made craft products shop. Some fab bets and wines plus local gins. A great display of local crafted items such as glass and coffee, tea and ice cream. Definitely worth a visit to stock up or buy some great gifts. Parking is right next to the shop on Hall Gate Car park plenty of spaces plus disabled. Would recommend a trip to Barrica On the Park.

Stephen Ward

6 years ago

Interesting and varied collection of local produce plus an excellent selection of wines, spirits and beers. All contained within the historic farmhouse at Astley Hall.

7 years ago

Over 20 Artisan Retailers share this space situated within Astley Hall Farmhouse’s Walled Garden. A Great Place to visit with lovely walks, scenery and now an excellent local shopping experience. Well worth a visit for some unique gifts, great wines and artisan foody treats.