The Wine Merchant

Clayton, United States

4.9

Closed now

7 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 314-863-6282
Website:
winemerchantltd.com
Address:
7817 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO, 63105
Clayton
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 miMETROLINK Clayton
0.5 miMETROLINK Forsyth
1.1 miMETROLINK Richmond Heights
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Take-out
No

Today

Today 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Clayton) 3:07 AM Thursday, June 26, 2025

Business hours

Monday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Our staff is the heart of The Wine Merchant experience. We have three sommeliers on staff, and we go out of our way to support each other in the endless study of wine and spirits. Our staff travels around the world to breathe in the vineyard air, taste from barrels, and meet the people behind the wines we bring to your table. You can’t be in a bad mood when you work in the wine world. It’s a fun product that brings people together. So we spend our time finding great wines at all price points, from all different areas of the world, so that you too may drink well.

History

Established in 1992.

The Wine Merchant, Ltd. opened in 1992 on Hanley Rd., on the edge of downtown Clayton. In 2015, after 23 years at the original location, we moved around the corner and into the heart of Clayton, on Forsyth Blvd. The change in location hails a new era for The Wine Merchant, as we now have a facility specialized for our exact needs. Of course, we continue to offer the same huge selection, amazing prices, and knowledgeable staff.

Meet the Business Owner

Charles P. and Jason M.

Business Owner

Our ownership team consists of founder Charles Prince – a man who has been in the industry so long he remembers when Caymus was $ 10 – and Jason Main, a Certified Sommelier who has been with the company since 2007 and has a contagious enthusiasm for the world of wine.

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7 reviews of The Wine Merchant

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Place rating: 5
Saint Louis, MO
You won’t find a better selection of wines and bubbles in the Clayton area and the new location is really quite amazing. They have fun classes that are affordable, informative and with enough samples that you leave feeling good. Plus they have samples every Saturday, Including food. And speaking of food they also have wine pairing nights with some of the better local restaurants. You have to get on their mailing list, they always have something going on. And they are usually happy to make a special custom orders even by the bottle. But if you do decide to get a case you’ll save at least 10%! These guys will help you find a good read for less than 10 bucks or a nice bubbly that isn’t sweet from the Champagne region — they know it all.
Place rating: 5
Saint Louis, MO
You’re not going to beat the Wine Merchant as an overall quality wine shop. We’ve been going to their classes sporadically for maybe 10 years now, and they have never failed to show us a good time. Their classes have a wide range of prices and make great gifts.
We went to a France vs. US class, where we tasted comparable wines from both countries. It was actually a France vs California class, to make it a little easier on the presenter. It worked. The content was interesting and our instructor was extremely open to whatever kinds of discussion people wanted to get into. My highlight: I asked whether he had ever had a dry Missouri wine he liked, half expecting him to say no. To my surprise, he said he did — a Norton that had been aged several years.
They give a discount on all purchases made in the shop after class, so we picked up a few bottles. There is a great selection of cheaper wines here, and they are eager to help whether you want to spend $ 10 or $ 50 on a bottle. They’ve got something for everyone and for me, they have always been really approachable.
Love the new digs, too. Very nice. Parking is in back, fyi.
Place rating: 5
Coral Gables, FL
Selection and prices compare w anyone
The bourbon and whiskey are equally good
Service was friendly and I had trouble w a frosted glass and they easily returned without hassle
Very impressive for the space
Place rating: 4
Dallas, TX
I came here to find something new and out of my comfort zone. What can I say? This place is amazing!!! It’s got an amazing, large collection and you’ll definitely find something you enjoy.
They staff is exceptionally helpful and did a great job suggesting something I would like. Yeah, I was completely clueless about what I wanted. They did a great job asking me about which wines I had liked in the past and then gave me a few suggestions. I ended up getting a Malbec that’s become one of my new favorites. Highly recommend this spot!
Place rating: 5
Saint Louis, MO
YES! I love the Wine Merchant’s new location. It’s a lot easier to access and a major facility upgrade. The building itself is a lot nicer and I hear they have a large basement.
I came in to pick up 24 bottles of wine for an event I was hosting nearby. One of my favorite things about Wine Merchant is how helpful the staff is. When I’m looking for wine, I rarely know what I’m doing unless I’m looking for a specific brand. Someone came over and helped me right away. I told them I needed something around $ 10 a bottle and 12 red/​12 white. The staff member immediately knew his most popular bottles in that range and I went with them – they were both a huge hit. I will for sure use them again in the future.
Wine Merchant gotchyou!
Place rating: 5
Saint Louis, MO
I love the wine merchant. The guys here are outstanding! Ask them anything and they’ll find the perfect wine or other alcohol for you. We tasted several before purchase when we were iffy on the description. Wines are well priced too!
Place rating: 5
Saint Louis, MO
I love the Wine Merchant. It’s a fantastic place to get cheese, wine and spirits. The staff knows their stuff too — I think they’ve tried every wine they have haha. I feel like most people think of this place and, b/​c it’s a wine shop, assume all the wine is expensive — NOT the case! They have a TON of reasonably-​priced bottles — even under $ 12, and a lot of them are very good. They do a ton of free wine tastings during the week and on the weekends as well., which are fun and informative. Sign up for their e-​newsletter to find out about closeouts and sale bottles.
Pros: great service, incredible seleciton of wine, tons of inexensive options!
Cons: none