Beaufort Bar is reopening inside London’s iconic The Savoy hotel.
The interiors feature jet-black lacquer, gold detailing and a carefully curated soundtrack.
Tableside martinis, champagne rituals and caviar bumps add a theatrical touch to the experience.
Beaufort Wine Bar at The Savoy is set to bring an ambitious new approach to wine drinking in London.
London has never been short of exceptional places to drink. From historic pubs to destination cocktail bars, the capital has long taken its drinking culture seriously. This October, The Savoy will add something new to the mix with the launch of Beaufort Wine Bar, a dedicated wine discovery destination combining an extensive cellar, tableside service and live music.
Located inside one of London’s most iconic hotels, Beaufort Wine Bar will place wine firmly at the centre of the experience. The collection features more than 250 wines from 18 countries across six continents, alongside what The Savoy describes as the UK’s largest wine-by-the-glass programme. Half of the cellar will be available by the glass using Coravin technology, opening up rare and vintage bottles without requiring guests to commit to a full bottle.
Spanning 50 years, with vintages ranging from 1975 to 2025, the cellar moves from First Growth Bordeaux and Grand Cru Burgundy to mature Champagne and lesser-known regional discoveries. The wine-first philosophy also carries into the spirits selection, which focuses exclusively on grape-based spirits, alongside cocktails featuring Cognac, Grappa and Pisco.
Leading the new chapter is Head Sommelier Romain Audrerie, who brings more than 15 years of international experience. His career includes being part of the opening team at Chiltern Firehouse before becoming Global Wine Director for André Balazs Properties. At Beaufort Wine Bar, the aim is to make exceptional wine approachable, whether guests arrive with serious cellar knowledge or are simply curious to discover something new.
Food has been designed to complement the drinks rather than compete with them. Produce-led sharing plates will sit alongside a tableside carving experience, where cured meats and hand-carved Jamón Ibérico are served from a custom-made flywheel slicer trolley. A selection of artisan cheeses will also feature.
The dramatic black-and-gold interiors remain part of Beaufort’s identity, while live music will add to the evening atmosphere. Guests might stop by for a glass of rare Bâtard-Montrachet or settle in later for Champagne and caviar, turning the bar into as much a destination for an evening out as a place for serious wine discovery.
Beaufort Wine Bar will open at The Savoy this October, operating Tuesday to Saturday from 5pm until late.
Where: Beaufort Bar, The Savoy, Strand, London, WC2R 0EZ
Contact: www.thesavoylondon.com