Introducing
THE WINE CELLAR
Raffles London at The OWO
Our wine philosophy
Taking as our inspiration Britain's history as a successful trading nation, our wine list at Raffles London at The OWO is organised into wines from former British territories (British trade route wines) and wines that were originally traded with other nations (global trade route wines). We highlight wineries and estates that follow sustainable winegrowing and winemaking practices.
Vincenzo Arnese
Introducing award-winning sommelier Vincenzo Arnese, Director of Wine at Raffles London at The OWO, responsible for the wine programme across the whole hotel. He brings with him over two decades of experience at prestigious hotels and restaurants in Switzerland, Australia and the UK. Originally from Naples, he was introduced to wine by his grandfather and developed a keen interest from a young age. In 2022 he was named Taittinger UK Sommelier of the Year, and was Best Sommelier in the GQ Food & Drink Awards 2023.
For wine enthusiasts
Discover our wine masterclasses
Our wine masterclasses offer a unique opportunity for all wine enthusiasts to gain a better understanding and appreciation of wine. Our award-winning sommelier team will take you on a journey discovering winemaking processes, regions, histories and food pairings all in the heart of one of London's most storied buildings.
Discover a curated Pol Roger Champagne collection in this guided tasting with an expert sommelier.
Inspired by Britain's history as a sea-faring country, this voyage takes you under the sea to discover wines aged in the depths of the ocean.
This masterclass compares wines from British Trade Routes and Global Trade Routes, honouring the Old War Office building, a key contributor to global trade structures.