Adrian Winkler, himself a lover of Bordeaux wines, has been tirelessly searching for high-calibre grape varieties since 2003. Passionate, competent and experienced, he tracks down true wine treasures. He always scrupulously checks the source and condition of each bottle in order to guarantee a range of consistently high quality. Customers worldwide should always be able to rely on this: Winklerweine offers first-class wines at attractive prices.
WINKLER WINES
About us
SINCE 2003
A brief history of the company
The head of the family-run Winklerweine company is Adrian Winkler, a fan of the mountains. He developed a great passion for wines at the age of 20. He is still particularly fond of wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy. He has developed his passion bit by bit. And because he enjoyed these particularly fine wines, the former teacher bought rarities from private wine cellars in his spare time and sold them on via the internet. His wines were in demand and so what began as a hobby became a profession. In 2003, Adrian Winkler became self-employed as a wine merchant and set up his own auction platform. His faithful companion, his wife Barbara. She takes care of the despatch. The business developed so well that his long-time friend Richard Bieri joined the team shortly afterwards until the end of his retirement. Today, Winklerweine is a sought-after address when it comes to selling or buying top wines and wine rarities.
WE INTRODUCE OURSELVES
Our team
ADRIAN WINKLER
The founder
"I am lucky that my passion has become my profession. When I founded Winklerweine in 2003, the first two years were rather quiet. But from 2005 onwards, the business developed very positively. 2005 is also a very sought-after vintage for wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy. Wines from particularly good vintages only develop their strong flavours over time. The older they get, the better they are. And it was exactly the same with the business. I still take that as a good omen today."
ADRIAN WINKLER
Founder & Managing Director
BARBARA WINKLER
The woman for shipping
"I take a lot of time to pack the wines carefully and securely. After all, most of them have already had an impressively long time to become what they are. It is essential for us that our wines reach our customers safely and securely. And many of our wines make their way to faraway countries."
RICHARD BIERI
Our man who collects the cellar treasures
"Richi, could you step in for a moment?" my friend Adrian always asks me when I have a busy schedule. Even after I retired a good year ago, my heart still belongs to Winklerweine. Personal contact with customers and being on site quickly is essential for Winklerweine. I am pleased that I can make an important contribution here from time to time. That's why I wish my friend Adrian and his team that things continue to go so well and that I can still step in often..."
SABINE SZABÓ
The woman for customer service and marketing
"As we all know, good things get around. But sometimes we like to help a little. We've already come up with some great ideas over a good glass of wine. I believe that the best prerequisite for successful advertising and outstanding customer service is your own enthusiasm, which arises when you love what you do. And when our customers feel that, it's the best confirmation for us."
THOMAS WINKLER
The man who solves problems
"Hi Adi, your systems need an update again," my brother Thomas calls me. He is the former head of digital at Switzerland Tourism and always pays attention to well thought-out concepts. He helps me to implement this in my wine business - especially in the technical area. I value him not only as a brother, but also as a good advisor."
SABINE A. MICHEL
The woman for the correct numbers
"I do the bookkeeping for the company. As I also like to enjoy a fine drop of wine, I particularly enjoy this work. What I also appreciate is the small, always cheerful team.
I've known Barbara & Adrian personally since the company was founded, and we've already had some great culinary encounters."
MATTHIAS BUCK & TEAM SKOUZ
The man for the homepage
"We at SKOUZ are responsible for ensuring that the system works. We programmed the online marketing and the auction platform. We are also passionately committed to paying attention to detail. If Adrian needs us, we do it in the shortest possible time."
We are a true family business. Trust, appreciation and, of course, a great passion for fine wines unite us deeply. We love what we do. And our customers from all over the world feel and appreciate this too.
CORP. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Winklerweine is committed
"Una Terra - Una Familia" was founded in 1995 in the canton of Thurgau. Its work centres on supporting and financing humanitarian projects in the Philippines, Latin America and Africa.
The projects focus primarily on measures in the areas of education and health. The declared aim of "Una Terra - Una Familia" is to help people in need - especially children and families - to help themselves and thus pave the way for them into a social environment that can be the basis for a secure existence.
WINKLER IN THE MEDIA
News from the press
Top wines and wine rarities from connoisseurs for connoisseurs
"Life is far too short to drink bad wine." What Goethe already recognised is the idea behind Winklerweine. The company specifically buys sought-after wine rarities and top wines from...
From the business world
Insider tip for top wines and rarities: Adrian Winkler's shop Anyone who appreciates the finest wines will find their destination in Muri (AG): somewhat hidden in the Bahnhofstrasse is the small "Winklerweine" - under...
CUSTOMER OPINIONS
WHAT CONNOISSEURS SAY ABOUT WINKLER WINES
" Dear Winkler family, you really have a very nice selection of wines. And we say that coming from a typical wine-growing region ourselves. Since we have known you, we have become addicted to Bordeaux wines ... "
Claudia and Wolfgang H.
Volkach (Germany)
" My wife and I have acquired a very exquisite taste through you. We really appreciate the fact that you always let us know when you have found a very special wine for us. "
Sandra and Stefano M.
Bellinzona
" Thank you very much for the personal tour of your shop in Muri. And thank you for introducing me to online auctions. I would never have thought that I would bid for wines on the Internet. But now I've already won an auction twice at a very good price. That has really whetted my appetite for more. "
Hans K.
Herisau