About Us

Founded in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn in 2015, we are an ambitious neighborhood wine and spirits store known for curating benchmark bottlings from classic growing regions alongside hidden gems from progressive natural winemakers.

Founded in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn in 2015, we are an ambitious neighborhood wine and spirits store known for curating benchmark bottlings from classic growing regions alongside hidden gems from progressive natural winemakers.

We’ve been named one of the country’s best wine stores by GQ, Wine & Spirits, New York and Brooklyn Magazines.

Our selection is always rooted in wines from growers who farm their vineyards honestly, with a focus on organic and biodynamic production. We aim to capture an ever-evolving snapshot of the world of wine, with referential producers defining their categories alongside young winemakers rethinking those categories altogether.

CHRIS LEON
Owner & Wine Director

CHRIS LEON
Owner & Wine Director

Chris knew early that he wanted to be in hospitality. His love for wine came shortly after. After college he worked for producers throughout Sonoma, studied restaurant management at FCI, then opened and operated restaurants. He holds a WSET advanced degree in wine studies.

When opening Leon & Son, Chris knew that hospitality extends beyond the walls of a restaurant and set out to create a warm and generous guest experience. He also sought to highlight domestic producers he came to love out West, while representing benchmark wines from around the world. Chris handles all buying and you can find him in the shop most days tasting, helping customers or stocking shelves.

Chris lives near the shop in Brooklyn with his wife, Cristina.