Iv Cellars
Wine and Spirits Merchant · Sir Arturo Mercieca, Sliema, SLM 1861, Malta
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Iv Cellars is an independent wine and spirits merchant with a shop on Sir Arturo Mercieca Street in Sliema, founded in 2009. It sells more than 450 wines from over 50 estates in 10 countries, plus spirits, craft beer and gourmet items, in the shop and for delivery across Malta. Enquiries go through the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page.
Iv Cellars is an independent wine and spirits merchant in Sliema that has been trading since 2009. The idea behind it is to offer rare and distinctive bottles: artisan wines from small-batch producers and family-run vineyards, many of them handed down through generations and still made by traditional methods. For UK visitors staying in a Sliema apartment or hotel, it is a convenient place to buy something with real local character, or to have a bottle delivered to where you are staying.
On VisitMalta.co.uk the business is listed in our directory of wine merchants in Malta.
A wide range of wines
The wine collection runs to more than 450 bottles, chosen by hand, from everyday drinking to serious cellar-worthy finds. The portfolio draws on over 50 estates in 10 countries, leaning towards Italy and France but also covering Portugal, Spain, Austria, Germany, Argentina, Chile, Australia and New Zealand. Organic and biodynamic producers are well represented.
Red wines range from powerful Barolo and classed-growth Bordeaux to juicy everyday Montepulciano. White wines include crisp Vinho Verde, opulent white Burgundy and aromatic Grüner Veltliner. Sparkling choices cover grower Champagne, Franciacorta, Prosecco and English sparkling wine. For the end of a meal there are sweet wines such as Moscato d'Asti and Picolit, and fortified wines including vintage and tawny Port from the Douro.
You can browse by style, grape, country, vintage, bottle size or producer, which helps if you know what you like. Most bottles are 750ml, with smaller formats and larger magnums available too.
Wines are also sorted by style, which is handy when you do not know the grape. Reds are labelled as rich and dense, ripe and smooth, or fruity and lively, and whites as light and crispy, juicy and aromatic, or full and opulent. A rich and dense red suits a steak, while a fruity, lively one is a good match for a pizza night. Dry rosé and sweet wines have their own sections as well, so a mixed case for a group is easy to put together.
Spirits, beer and gourmet
Beyond wine, the shop sells whisky, gin, grappa, brandy and liqueurs, as well as craft beer and a gourmet section. Examples on the shelves include a blonde ale priced between €4.00 and €9.80 and Vallado extra virgin olive oil at €17.50, a good edible souvenir to pack for the flight home.
Prices and gift ideas
Prices are marked in euros and change with the stock. Recent examples include Chronicon Pecorino d'Abruzzo at €16.70, Saint-Véran at €26.40, Mâcon Vergisson at €31.00, Sancerre Blanc at €33.50 and Pouilly-Fuissé at €37.50. Château de La Dauphine 2020 is €24.00, an Alma Franciacorta magnum is €82.00, and Château Bélair-Monange 2022 is €290.00 for a special occasion.
A monthly selection is also offered: the October Wine Discovery Case is on sale at €111.00 instead of €117.40. The friendly team gives straightforward advice, whether you are choosing for dinner, a gift or a celebration.
Buying wine on a trip to Malta
Sliema is a popular base, and our pages on hotels in Sliema and St Julian's and where to stay in Malta help you choose an area. Wine from the shop pairs well with an evening in, or with picnics after a day out: our guides to the best beaches in Malta, the Valletta city guide and the guide to Gozo give plenty of places to start.
For more ideas on how to spend your stay, see our list of things to do in Malta, check the Malta weather guide for when to visit, and look at flights to Malta from the UK to plan the journey. Please remember that alcohol must be bought and enjoyed responsibly, and that the website is for adults only.
Use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to Iv Cellars, who will reply to you directly.
Questions about Iv Cellars
What does Iv Cellars sell?
It sells wine, spirits, craft beer and gourmet items. The wine range is over 450 bottles, and the spirits include whisky, gin, grappa, brandy and liqueurs. Fortified and dessert wines are also available.
Where is the shop and when is it open?
The shop is on Sir Arturo Mercieca Street in Sliema, SLM 1861. It opens Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 1:00pm and 4:00pm to 7:30pm, and on Saturday from 9:30am to 3:00pm. It is closed on Sundays.
Do they deliver across Malta?
Yes. Orders from the wine collection are delivered across Malta, so you can have bottles sent to your accommodation. Ask about delivery for your address and dates through the enquiry form on this VisitMalta.co.uk page.
Which countries do the wines come from?
The portfolio covers over 50 estates in 10 countries: France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Austria, Germany, Argentina, Chile, Australia and New Zealand. Italy and France make up the largest share of the range.
Does Iv Cellars stock organic wines?
Yes. Organic and biodynamic producers are well represented among the wines, and there are plenty of organic white wines. The range is chosen from small, quality-focused producers and family-run vineyards.
Is there an age limit?
Yes. Visitors to the website must confirm they are 17 or over before entering. For a bottle, a gift or advice, send a message through the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass it to the shop.
Practical information
Iv Cellars is on Sir Arturo Mercieca Street, Sliema SLM 1861. The shop is open Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 1:00pm and 4:00pm to 7:30pm, on Saturday from 9:30am to 3:00pm, and closed on Sunday. Visitors to the website must confirm they are aged 17 or over. To ask about a bottle, a gift or an order, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to the shop.
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The details on this page were correct on 25 October 2026, as published on the Iv Cellars website. Services, prices and hours can change, so please confirm when you enquire.