Following a staggering 9.6% surge in alcohol prices in the UK, the renowned stores Calais Vins and Olivier Vins in Calais offer unprecedented savings at their shops near the Eurotunnel terminal and the Port. Both superstores offer a vast selection of more than 4000 brands. Stop off here, and you’ll find a unique opportunity to stock up on quality wines at affordable prices. And British customers can make even more savings – as the stores have made it easy to claim back the VAT.
If you’re passing through Calais on your way to or from a ski trip, or holiday in Europe, stop off at the conveniently located shops and enjoy your favourite wine, whisky and more at great prices.
Claim the VAT Back
Olivier Vermisse and Jérôme Pont, the two managers of the wine shops are making life easier for their British customers with a brand new — and innovative — system allowing them to reclaim VAT on purchases. The Grape Escape is born!
Following new customs declarations and more administrative procedures following Brexit, Calais Vins has worked hard to create a simple and seamless process to help customers claim back the VAT. Jérôme explains: “It was not the answer to just give a Gallic shrug to the realities of Brexit. We are here to help our customers. So now we can give them a tax- free voucher that allows them to reclaim the VAT, thanks to our partnership with Global Blue. It is significant, there is around 15 percent VAT that can be reclaimed on purchases from us. We forged these partnerships to enable our customers to reclaim VAT on traversing the Eurotunnel and ferry terminals in Calais. By simply scanning a bar code at the kiosks at the terminals, the refund process is activated.”
Find out more on how to claim the VAT
Brilliant choice of wines
Calais Vins and Olivier Vins have an extensive selection of wine, sparkling wines, beers, spirits and liqueurs. “Fleurie, Médoc, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Meursault, Chinon, Chablis, Pomerol… the list is endless. As a major French wine merchant, we also stock many of the great grape varieties and vintages, plus rare bottles such as Whispering Angel, Guigal, Jaboulet, Louis Latour, Joseph Drouhin, Grand Crus Chateau Talbot, Mouton Rothschild, Lafite Rotschild, Domaine Trapet et Marcel Deiss amongst others. We are the closest wine shop to Britain for exceptional grape varieties” says Olivier Vermisse.
Calais Vins have second to none expertise with 25 years of experience, and their knowledgeable staff are always happy to help customers make a great choice.
Fabulous Wine Tasting Bar
Both stores have an excellent wine bar where you can try, buy and select. The staff are happy to discuss the grape varieties, sharing the knowledge of the wine growers and offer expert and personalised advice – and all staff speak English.
Quality and Price – A Perfect Blend
Calais Vins and Olivier Vins are resolute in their commitment to both quality and affordability, a perfect blend of exceptional products at competitive prices. You’ll enjoy premium beverages and save on quality wine while shopping in Calais.
And for anyone going skiing – or members of the Ski Club GB, show your ski pass or membership card in store and you’ll get extra discounted offers.
You can even order online in advance. Click and collect and if you order €300 worth online, Calais Vins offer a free day trip with P&O Ferries (Dover/Calais return).
Great wines, great service and great savings for customers from Great Britain.
Shop online, find details of great offers and much more at wine-calais.co.uk
