Shawn Fine Wine & Spirits

Shawn Fine Wine & Spirits Park Slope Wine and Liquor Store. Order Wine online and ship free on purchases over $250. Paddy arrived in the U.S. John emigrated to America shortly thereafter.

Shawn’s was founded in 1970 by two immigrant brothers from Tralee in County Kerry, Ireland, Patrick “Paddy” and John “Shawn” Fitzgerald (Shawn is a bastardization of the Gaelic name for John which is “Sean”). in 1950 after serving in Germany with the post-war American army. Upon his honorable discharge, Paddy had not only achieved the rank of Staff Sargent but had amassed enough money, through sel

ling black market goods like silk stockings, which were particularly in vogue, to not only gain his citizenship but to start his new tavern business in the then rough and tumble wilds of Park Slope, Brooklyn. Paddy, and a partner, started a small empire of shot and beer saloons along Seventh Avenue, serving union workers, mobsters and cops alike. While Paddy was serving on merchant ships during World War II (Ireland was neutral), shoveling coal to power liberty ships through the North Atlantic, John was serving prison time in an Irish detention camp “The Curragh” in County Kerry, Ireland. Though the English called it a prison, the Irish Republican Army regarded it as a concentration camp. John had been first recruited into the IRA in his teens and rose to the rank of Brigadier after the interment of so many of his comrades. After John was arrested in 1940, he and his fellow imprisoned IRA members burned their cots and prison clothes in protest to their imprisonment as political prisoners. His belief in his country’s right to be free of English colonization was so strong that John refused to sign a pledge, which would have gained his release after serving one day, to renounce the IRA and to not engage in any future activities. Because of this, and after five years of imprisonment, John nearly died from prolonged exposure to the elements- a conviction that destroyed his health for the rest of his life. When John arrived in America, his main purpose was to continue the IRA war against the English. From the same humble storefront at 141 Seventh Avenue that still houses Shawn’s, John and four of his compatriots headquartered the fundraising and gun raising activities in the U.S. This helped to sustain the IRA’s battle against the English occupation in Northern Ireland for close to a decade. In 1977, John eventually succumbed to the respiratory problems which had plagued him since his imprisonment during World War II. Unbeknownst to him, at the time of his death, the FBI had John and his cohorts squarely in their sights. Paddy took over the business after Shawn’s passing and the FBI’s attention became more focused on Shawn’s and the activities within the building. After his house was wrecked in an FBI raid, the top floor of the building was now occupied- at Paddy’s invitation- by one of John’s co-conspirators George Harrison (not one of the Fab Four). The whole building was subsequently bugged by the FBI. After they had garnered nearly two years of recordings from Shawn’s and the top floor apartment, the U.S. federal government indicted George and his three remaining coconspirators. Given the amount of evidence they had obtained against him, John was noticeably absent from court proceedings and, furthermore, the government thought their case against all of the men just as airtight. Unfortunately, the presiding Judge Joseph McLaughlin, another son of Eire and past Dean of Fordham Law School, disagreed with their findings. The rather dubious defense contention was that a CIA associate had knowledge of the operation, and had helped in supplying them, with the tacit approval of the agency and the U.S. government itself. In a stunning rebuke to the government, the four men were found innocent on the grounds the U.S. government, through the CIA, had supported the operation against the British occupation of Northern Ireland. One of the freed codefendants, and insurance actuary named Michael Connelly, subsequently served as Grand Marshall of the New York City St. Patrick’s Day parade. Back to Shawn’s, the liquor store. With John deceased, another Irishman Donie O’Sullivan took the helm. However, change was in the air in Park Slope. With the beginning of the eighties, gun running and the IRA were not quite as in vogue in Park Slope as were renovation and gentrification of brownstones. Shawn’s changed with the neighborhood. A new manager, Charles O’Donnell, the son in law of the now sole owner Paddy Fitzgerald, took the helm and transitioned the business into a wine-savvy magnet for the local professionals and artists moving into the neighborhood. Under his guidance, the store was transformed into a respected wine shop, from its humble beginnings as a local liquor store or more accurately, a convenient front for IRA shenanigans that it had once been. Charlie’s tenure was long and prosperous at Shawn’s. The millennium brought great changes to Shawn’s as well. In 2011, Charlie ceded the reins to Paddy’s only son, Kevin, who had been practicing law and helping found another wine shop in the same neighborhood. In 2011, the store underwent a complete renovation and a new staff of professionals were employed. In that same year, Paddy Fitzgerald passed at the age of 89. Up to his death, he neither confirmed nor denied his involvement with the Irish Republican Army. However, following his passing, the N.Y.P.D. did make inquiries regarding his gun permit and the whereabouts of his fi****ms. There have been two significant changes since the passing of the Fitzgerald brothers. With the end of the “Troubles” in Northern Ireland, English and those of English descent are now graciously welcome at Shawn’s. Employees of the FBI are now welcome as well, as long as they remain on the ground floor with their hands in their pockets and don’t mess with the wiring. Sláinte!

Great wine and great friends make for an amazing weekend in the Hamptons! Get all of your wine delivered from Shawn Wine...
07/25/2024

Great wine and great friends make for an amazing weekend in the Hamptons! Get all of your wine delivered from Shawn Wine all summer long 😎 🌴

Summer Italian Tasting - Tonight 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Out back on the patio 🌱 Take a seat at one of our tables or walk up to ...
06/07/2024

Summer Italian Tasting - Tonight 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Out back on the patio 🌱 Take a seat at one of our tables or walk up to the tasting bar.
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Free Tasting 💐 🍷 🌱
05/31/2024

Free Tasting 💐 🍷 🌱

Tasting tonight at 5:30. FREE 🪴 Have a seat out back on the patio.
05/17/2024

Tasting tonight at 5:30. FREE 🪴 Have a seat out back on the patio.

Taste these wines tonight 5:30 - 7:00 PM 🍷 😋 FREE Alto Piemonte Seminar lead by visionary winemaker & consultant ✨ Six ...
04/25/2024

Taste these wines tonight 5:30 - 7:00 PM 🍷 😋
FREE Alto Piemonte Seminar lead by visionary winemaker & consultant ✨ Six selections from three estates

See you soon ✌️

Tomorrow join us for a special FREE Seminar, led by visionary winemaker and consultant Cristiano Garella ✨ who has playe...
04/24/2024

Tomorrow join us for a special FREE Seminar, led by visionary winemaker and consultant Cristiano Garella ✨ who has played a significant role in the reawakening of the Alto Piemonte region of Italy ✨ is pouring six selections from three estates: & 5:30 - 7:00 PM.

“I want to realize the huge potential of the Alto Piemonte area by making wines that express its native grapes and complex mosaic of diverse terroirs,” says Garella, “and then bring them to the attention of as many people as possible—in Italy and around the world.”

See you tomorrow!

Falconry Seminar today at 3:30 PM. Last chance for tickets🚨
04/20/2024

Falconry Seminar today at 3:30 PM. Last chance for
tickets🚨

Join us tomorrow for our next Wine Seminar! Winemaker will be leading the tasting and will take you on a journey into w...
04/19/2024

Join us tomorrow for our next Wine Seminar! Winemaker will be leading the tasting and will take you on a journey into world of natural wine 🧐 - featuring 5 selections from his brand Falconry. These wines are super limited, have been years in the making, are totally crushable, and not easy to find. Have fun exploring them with us ☺️

3:30 - 6:00 PM

Tickets are $40 and include cheese & charcuterie 😋 - link in bio

We’re hoping to be out back on the patio 🤞🏼

Hungarian wine tasting at 5pm 🍷 Free to all!
04/05/2024

Hungarian wine tasting at 5pm 🍷 Free to all!

We’ve just received a shipment of August Clape 👏🏼 Best of the best. Whole grape cluster fermentation, aged in old barrel...
04/03/2024

We’ve just received a shipment of August Clape 👏🏼 Best of the best. Whole grape cluster fermentation, aged in old barrels, unfiltered. Smoke, olive, herbs and black pepper.

Join Shawn Fine Wine partner Shaun Lowecki on April 6th @ 3:30 for a special seminar featuring Syrah from the Northern R...
03/30/2024

Join Shawn Fine Wine partner Shaun Lowecki on April 6th @ 3:30 for a special seminar featuring Syrah from the Northern Rhône Valley 🍇 Tickets are $55 and available at the link in bio.

Burgundy arrivals notice🚨 2021s from Domaine Robert Chevillon are now on the shelves 👌
03/08/2024

Burgundy arrivals notice🚨 2021s from Domaine Robert Chevillon are now on the shelves 👌

Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2020 now in stock!
03/02/2024

Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2020 now in stock!

Wine Tasting Tonight 🏃🏼‍♂️5-8 PM free to all. Featuring natural wines from Sicily and Lombardy.
02/16/2024

Wine Tasting Tonight 🏃🏼‍♂️5-8 PM free to all. Featuring natural wines from Sicily and Lombardy.

Wine Tasting Today from 3-6pm 😋 FREE TO ALL 💯 We’re featuring Syrah from Maxime Graillot. These graceful and pure wines ...
02/10/2024

Wine Tasting Today from 3-6pm 😋 FREE TO ALL 💯 We’re featuring Syrah from Maxime Graillot. These graceful and pure wines are some of our favorite examples of this exceptional varietal.

Fun little mixed bag tasting today from 3-6 PM 👌 FREE TO ALL 🏃🏼‍♂️
02/03/2024

Fun little mixed bag tasting today from 3-6 PM 👌 FREE TO ALL 🏃🏼‍♂️

Beautiful Italian Wine Tasting tonight from 5 - 8 PM 😋 FREE TO ALL!
02/02/2024

Beautiful Italian Wine Tasting tonight from 5 - 8 PM 😋 FREE TO ALL!

Only a few bottles left, dm if interested 😝
02/02/2024

Only a few bottles left, dm if interested 😝

Tomorrow for ONE DAY ONLY, spend $500 and get a FREE bottle of V***e Clicquot Champagne Yellow Label 🍾 In-store pick up ...
12/22/2023

Tomorrow for ONE DAY ONLY, spend $500 and get a FREE bottle of V***e Clicquot Champagne Yellow Label 🍾 In-store pick up only. Visit us at the shop or order online for pickup🏃🏼‍♂️🎅 🎁 Offer begins Saturday 12/23 and ends at midnight.

Thank you to all of our customers for your support this year and for shopping locally with us! 🙏 😊

Bruno di Rocca Seminar this Saturday @ 3:30-5:00 PM ✨ Grab your tickets at the link in bio.
11/15/2023

Bruno di Rocca Seminar this Saturday @ 3:30-5:00 PM ✨ Grab your tickets at the link in bio.

Rousseau 2020 now available
11/15/2023

Rousseau 2020 now available

SEMINAR ALERT 🚨 Next Saturday, join Shawn Wine managing partner , brand ambassador AND Montefili proprietor Nicola Ma...
11/11/2023

SEMINAR ALERT 🚨 Next Saturday, join Shawn Wine managing partner , brand ambassador AND Montefili proprietor Nicola Marzovilla 💯 🥂 from 3:30 - 5:00 PM. Three flights of BRUNO DI ROCCA spanning over two decades🤩 Learn about this incredible Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard in the heart of Tuscany and taste as far back as the 2000 vintage. We will have order forms for holiday two packs 🎁 Perfect for gifting👌Snacks and plenty of Prosecco included.

Get your tickets at the link in bio.

FLIGHT 1
Bruno di Rocca 2018
Bruno di Rocca 2009

FLIGHT 2
Bruno di Rocca 2017
Bruno di Rocca 2005

FLIGHT
Bruno di Rocca 2015
Bruno di Rocca 2000

Thanksgiving Packages are now available🍷 🦃 👍 & they are discounted up to 15% 🥳 Check out the HOLIDAY PACKAGE at the link...
11/09/2023

Thanksgiving Packages are now available🍷 🦃 👍 & they are discounted up to 15% 🥳 Check out the HOLIDAY PACKAGE at the link in bio.

Brand new at the shop! Mencia Blend 😋 Fresh Fresh Fresh for a crisp sunny day ☀️ Also available with our neighbor 💯
11/03/2023

Brand new at the shop! Mencia Blend 😋 Fresh Fresh Fresh for a crisp sunny day ☀️ Also available with our neighbor 💯

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 👻 🍬 🎃 This evening, head to our patio for trick-or-treating and stop by our tasting bar for a selection...
10/31/2023

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 👻 🍬 🎃 This evening, head to our patio for trick-or-treating and stop by our tasting bar for a selection of Mezcals in honor of Dia de los Muertos💀 We have plenty for all!👌 👻 🎃

Join us this Saturday from 3:30-5:00 for an incredible Seminar featuring four Clos Vougeot vintages from Domaine Regis F...
10/26/2023

Join us this Saturday from 3:30-5:00 for an incredible Seminar featuring four Clos Vougeot vintages from Domaine Regis Forey 🤩 Managing partner Shaun Lowecki will be guiding you through nine selections from the estate with a focus on one ☝️ special Grand Cru Vineyard, Clos Vougeot 😋 There will be Champagne as well 😉

Link to purchase tickets in bio. The event is limited to 20.

10/26/2023
Join managing partner Shaun Lowecki for an incredible Wine Seminar next Saturday October 28th featuring four Clos Vougeo...
10/22/2023

Join managing partner Shaun Lowecki for an incredible Wine Seminar next Saturday October 28th featuring four Clos Vougeot Grand Cru vintages from the remarkable Domaine Regis Forey 🤩 plus regional & village selections, and Champagne! Tickets are $100 and include a pairing of cheese and charcuterie.

Limit of 20 tickets available. Link to purchase in bio.

The tasting will include:

Forey Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 - $234/btl

Forey Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2019 - $240/btl

Forey Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2020 - $250/btl

Forey Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2021 - $274/btl

Forey Nuits Saint Georges 2018 - $87/btl

Forey Morey Saint Denis 2019 - $75/btl

Forey Passetoutgrains 2021 - $28/btl

Forey Bourgogne Rouge 2020 - $40/btl

Forey Bourgogne Cote d’Or 2021 - $40/btl

Roger Coulon Champagne “L’Hommée” Premier Cru Brut - $94/btl

Come on down! Free tasting until 8pm 😋
10/13/2023

Come on down! Free tasting until 8pm 😋

Address

141 7th Avenue
New York, NY
11215

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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+17186227947

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