21-07-2025
New wine and beer store opens offering 'expert advice'
Local and international wines, beers, and spirits are on offer at a new dedicated store which opened last week.
Wine Rack opened in Main Parade, Chorleywood, on Friday (July 18) after the owner of sweet shop Not Another One decided to pivot to a 'radically different' type of business.
The interior has been completely refitted, with new signs having gone up to reflect the store's new name and business model.
Inside Wine Rack (Image: Jagmit Kapoor) It will stock local and independent producers to present a selection customers cannot find at the supermarket and promises 'expert advice' to help them decide which drink they need.
Cllr Stephen King at the Wine Rack opening (Image: Jagmit Kapoor) 'Wine Rack is more than just a wine shop — it's a haven for enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike,' said owner Jagmit Kapoor.
'Whether you're after a bold red from Bordeaux, a crisp New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, or a refreshing craft ale, Wine Rack offers a carefully curated selection to suit every palate and budget.'He added: 'Come say hello, explore our shelves, and discover your next favourite drink.'
When the firm first applied to start selling alcohol there was controversy as neighbours worried it would stock booze alongside the sweets which were popular with schoolkids.
Inside Wine Rack (Image: Jagmit Kapoor)
However, it later confirmed that the sweet business became no longer 'economically viable' due to competition from online deliveries and Wine Rack would be an entirely new venture.
Cllr Stephen King at the Wine Rack opening (Image: Jagmit Kapoor)
