Touch wines
the new generation
Every wine has a touch.
A place where craftsmanship, emotion, and taste converge.
And that's what I help you with.
Wines with a story
Gerbe Suttels' selection
Welcome to my digital wine cellar. I am Gerbe Suttels, a sommelier with a passion for wines that go off the beaten path.
On this webshop, you won't find mass-produced wines, but a carefully curated collection from wineries that have personally resonated with me.
Your personal sommelier
As a sommelier, I'm constantly searching for that one bottle that surprises.
For me, wine isn't just about grapes and technique, but primarily about the people and the philosophy behind the label.
I believe in wines that do justice to their terroir, made with respect for nature and a healthy dose of individuality.
Whether it's an 'urban winery' in the heart of Lisbon or a biodynamic pioneer in the hills of Piedmont: every domain in this shop shares a vision of purity and character.
why this selection?
The wines you find here are all discoveries I have made during my travels and tastings.
I work directly with small-scale winemakers – the rebels, the artisans, and the artists of the wine world. People like Jade Gross, the Hilberg-Pasquero family, or the 'punks' of Masseria La Cattiva.
The result is a selection that ranges from pristine classics to experimental orange wines and feather-light red wines bursting with energy.
MY goal?
My goal is to lower the barrier to exceptional wines.
On this site, I not only help you make the right choice with extensive descriptions and food pairing tips, but I also guarantee the quality of every bottle. I only sell what I would proudly pour into my own glass.
Do you have questions about a specific bottle or are you looking for the perfect match for a dinner? I'd be happy to advise you, just as I would at a restaurant table.
The heart of Touch Wijnen
At Touch Wijnen, it's about more than what's in the glass; it's about people.
Gerbe brings together knowledge, experience, and intuition to find wines with character.
Julie ensures that every story finds its rightful place, from the shop to online.
In our shop, you're always welcome with all your questions. We're happy to brainstorm with you, let you taste, and help you discover what truly suits you.
We are also digitally available to guide you to the right wine choice, as if you were standing at our counter.
Touch Wijnen. Where knowledge, story, and feeling come together.
The first generation
In 2010, Touch Wijnen was founded by Ann-Michelle Boddaer and Koen Suttels.
With years of experience, hard work, and a genuine passion for wine, they created a place where quality, advice, and personal contact were central.
For many years, their wine business formed the foundation of what Touch Wijnen still is today: a place where taste and experience come together.
We are therefore incredibly grateful to them.
For the trust, the knowledge they passed on, and the opportunity to build upon this. But today also marks the beginning of a new chapter. With respect for what was, but with a clear vision of our own.
A selection that is more international and more curated.
Not a break with the past. But a new generation building on strong foundations.
Taste the character. Discover the story.