A world-class destination for wine, champagne, premium spirits, sake and shochu. Now featuring a dizzying array of artisanal spirits for all your mixology needs. Started in 1973 by Isabelle Phillips, Ambassador Wines and Spirits has grown to become one of NYC’s most Iconic Wine and Spirits Shops. Currently operated by its 3rd generation proprietor, Leonard Phillips. Leonard brings 30 years of knowledge and passion for wines, spirits and sake. This passion is reflected in the staff and its inventory. With a background in biochemistry and genetics, Leonard is very unconventional as a retailer with a more “out of the box approach” than his contemporaries.