At Bayswater Fine Wines, the staff's legit knowledge and true passion for wine makes it an eastern suburbs winner. Its split level bottle shop is also a sight to behold in its own right — think floor-to-ceiling windows, library-style wine cabinets, a Victorian ash counter and a chandelier made of 750 champagne flutes. And we have to mention the mezzanine fine wine room, which houses the shop's range of aged and rare wines and hosts exclusive members-only tasting events.

You can become a member over here, with benefits including access to that wine room, plus regular discounts, monthly specials and exclusive wine education experiences. Specials change regularly, but you can expect to see the likes of Yulli's Brews cider, Espolon Blanco tequila and minimal intervention drops from Tread Softly. The Rushcutters Bay location also has sister venues in Darlinghurst and Paddington.