Hi! Your old pal Natty Boy has evolved into Parched. We grew up a bit, but just like before, we provide properly made drinks that taste good. That means wine, hard liquor and things for those who aren't drinking but still want their thirst quenched. We also have a tonne of fancy things to go alongside your fancy drinks.
Parched is here to quench an ever broader range of thirsts, from natural and mind bending to cult classic. We do it all so that you can have it all.
Fresh Arrivals
.... Parched + Indigo Present... Weingut Heinrich
Guten Tag! We're so excited to be hosting an evening with Angus Macgregor from Heinrich.
Weingut Heinrich, based in Burgenland, were pioneers in the biodynamics movement in Austria. Making the conversion in 2006, they were among the founding members of Respekt, a body seeking to certify biodynamic viticulture. As you might expect, they aim for super low intervention in the winery, and nothing is rushed - the wine takes as long as it needs. They believe this focus on biodynamics is the best way to bring out the true terroir of a place. Sounds good (gut) to me! They make a positive plethora of cuvees, but we've narrowed it down to our four faves, which we'll be pouring for your drinking pleasure.
Here are the details:
Dan's - 2-4 Tottenham Rd, N1 4BZWednesday 9th April
6.30-8.30pm
Tickets £35ea
4 wines + light snacks + good vibes
Parched Magazine: Issue 001
Ever read our emails and been like wow, what interesting, funny, slightly profane writing! I wish I could read 59 more pages of it!
Wish granted!
Introducing Parched Magazine - a quarterly publication of our general musings, ramblings and recommendations about wine. As with all things we do, there's something in here for everyone, whether you're a proper cork dork or a total novice. There's a bit of science, a bit of opinion, and a lot of average chat. It's a good read, if we say so ourselves. Issue 001 features an interview with Domaine Ratte by Jura expert Wink Lorch, an in-depth explanation about why you're wrong about Riesling, and a re-telling of one magical, hedonistic trip to Austria. Plus a lot more.
Go find a bottle you’ve been saving for an occasion, bust it open and enjoy.
Enjoy, winos xoxo
Everybody Loves Parched, and These
Direct Imports // Imported Direct // Producers We Love
We have the incredibly tough job of venturing overseas a few times a year to seek out fresh producers. It is hard work, and you are welcome. Here's who we currently represent...
Dan's
Opened in January 2022, Dan's has become one of the reference point wine bars of London (their words...). Here we offer the entire Parched range, as well as some other, harder to find gems that don't find their way onto the website. The vibe is ultra casual, and we're blessed with a huge, south facing suntrap on the Dalston Riviera. It's a winey dream. Cya there.
Ken's
Ken's opened in September 2023, seeing a beautiful marriage between the Parched wine business and Chef Fergus Shields' delicate, nourishing and forward thinking food menu. We offer a rotating list of 400+ wines and a weekly changing food offering. Again, the vibe is casual yet elite. Reservations are available via OpenTable. Yummy.
