WE BELIEVE IN TWO FUNDAMENTAL THINGS
Wine, like any good experience, is meant to be shared. A great wine shop is only as good as its team, and boy, do we have the best.
Our Story
Our story began long ago, in 2006, when a wine-lover by the name of David Butterfield found the selection of wines on island sorely lacking. So, he set out on a mission to find some real gems from unique producers all over the world.
Ever since then, our team has been guided by one principle: finding joy in the thrill of Discovery - and sharing that joy with as many friends as possible. That’s you!
Our Mission
The joy isn’t just in the vintage or varietal, it’s in sharing the thrill of Discovery.
Our goal is to help our customers discover the right drink to enjoy with any occasion - from birthdays & wedding anniversaries to quiet nights in. We hope when you leave, it’s with more than wine - but also a new story to tell.
A Culture of Discovery
Collaboration
The buying process is a collaborative journey between our experts and you. We never push products solely for sales; instead, we aim to help you discover what truly suits your tastes and preferences.
Care
Our wine experts take great care when choosing which products to bring in. So much so, our team members go as far as taking trips to our distributors’ vineyards to drive deeper connections.
Simplicity
A great wine doesn’t need to be complicated to be great. The same goes for your experience buying anything in our stores. Interested in a particlar bottle? Let us know, and we’ll crack it open for you to try!
Our Team
Jonathan Leadley
Head of Retail & E-Commerce
WSET Level 4 in Wines & Spirits
I have worked in the wine retail sector for the last 17 years. My energy and enthusiasm for tasting and learning about new wines is as strong now as it was when I first learnt how to taste wines.
Jorge Sanchez
Sales and Marketing Associate
WSET Level 2
I started as the driver at Discovery Wines doing all the deliveries for the company in May 2021. During that period, I learned a lot about wine and have since moved into a more office role, like managing our Wine and Gin Clubs.
MeShalae’ Hayward-Furqan
Sales and Marketing Associate
I got my start in the wine industry with Discovery Wines in 2019 and it has deepened my knowledge and passion for wine everyday since then. It has also led me to some amazing professional & personal growth opportunities.
Marquis Burgess
Sales & Marketing Associate
WSET Level 2
My desire to further understand wine and its unique industry continues to grow by the day. I aim to continuously share my wine experience and understanding with many others throughout Bermuda.
Simon Carruthers
General Manager Sales & Operations
ISG Intermediate Wine Certificate IWC; WSET Sake Level 1; WSET Level 3
After over two decades in Bermuda's wine business, my enthusiasm for wine remains strong, driving me to share knowledge with customers and mentor aspiring individuals in the industry.
Allan Marshall
Manager of DWS, Paget
WSET Level 2
At 19, inspired by my brother, I entered the hospitality industry, and now, at 49, I've amassed 30 years at Burrows-Lightbourn. Working in a service-oriented team, my greatest satisfaction lies in building honest relationships with clients, ensuring return visits through great recommendations.
David Samuels
Delivery Agent
I've been with Discovery wines for about a year and a half. I have been in the retail business for about 25 years. My role at Discovery is to ensure that every customer that enters has a pleasant visual experience and receives their order on time.
