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Martin Wine Cellar is a family-owned, privately held American alcohol retailer offering wine, liquor, and craft beer. The company was founded by David Martin, and today is led by his son, Cedric Martin. There are four locations across the Southern half of Louisiana: Baton Rouge, Mandeville, Metairie, and New Orleans. Martin Wine Cellar is in association with Wines Unlimited, a wine and spirits distributor located in Midcity, New Orleans. Martin Wine Cellar was established in 1947. Martin Wine Cellar was named Fastest Growing Wine Retailer in the Country in 2014 by Market Watch. Martin Wine Cellar and Wines Unlimited are headquartered in New Orleans, LA.

History

Martin Wine Cellar was established in 1947 by David Martin, a WWII veteran that toured France after the invasion of Normandy. The original location was opened on Baronne St. in the Garden District of New Orleans. In 1975 Martin wine Cellar expanded to Metairie, where it opened at the site of the Sena movie theatre.

Current

Martin Wine Cellar is known for gourmet food and fine wine gift baskets, and is a destination for lunch for local New Orleans and Metairie residents.