White
| Glass | Bottle |
Winter Suggestion | | |
- La Croisée des Schistes / Domaine Montgilet / 100% Chenin Blanc / AOC Anjou, France / 12% ABV
This wonderfully fresh but full-bodied white from the Loire valley is made from hand picked grapes and has a spiciness and intensity that is perfect for winter.
| 8 | 40 |
- Riesling Kabinett 2022 / Schönberg / 100% Riesling / Hessische Bergstrasse, Germany / 8,5% ABV
In the mood for something light, elegant, and sweet? This late harvest style Riesling is an absolute delight.
| 7 | 35 |
- Catch of the Day 2023 / Weingut Kaufmann / Riesling, Weissburgunder / Reingau, Germany / 12% ABV
A crisp, balanced and delicious Riesling, with the right amount of Weißburgunder (Pinot Blanc) to add that perfect hint of freshness.
| 7 | 35 |
- PinotAuxerrois-Chardonnay 2023 / Valke Vleug / 80% Pinot Auxerrois, 20% Chardonnay / Puurs, Belgium / 11,5% ABV
Finally, a wine from Antwerp! This light, crisp wine from our region features notes of stone fruit and has a long, juicy aftertaste.
| 8 | 40 |
- Langenlois 2023 (Bio) / Weingut Weszeli / 100% Grüner Veltliner / DAC Kamptal, Austria /12% ABV
A crisp white (and vegan) wine from the area of Austria famous for its Grüner Veltliners, its white fruit notes offer a taste that is as refined as it is enjoyable.
| 8 | 40 |
- La Sabina Blanc / Clos del Rey / Grenache Blanc & Grenache Gris / AOP Côtes de Roussillon, France / 13% ABV
A powerful, complex white that is grown 300 meters above sea level and has a dryness that will keep your tummy warm in the cold weather.
| 7 | 35 |
Sparkling
| Glass | Bottle |
- Rosé Brut 2022 / Vaux / Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc & Chardonnay / Rheingau, Germany / 12% ABV
Our best selling wine by far, this dry, elegant sparkling rosé is created using the same method as champagne and features subtle red fruit notes.
| 8 | 40 |
- Ginzu Spritzer / Botan Distillery / Botanical Blend / Antwerp, Belgium / 0,0% ABV
A non-alcoholic aperitif made from self-cultivated botanicals, this spritzer features a blend of citrus, ginger, and yuzu notes.
| 10 | 50 |
Orange
| Glass | Bottle |
- Cuvée Orange Gewürztraminer 2022 / Norman Hardie / 100% Gewürztraminer / Wellington, Canada / 11,5% ABV
A stunning and complex wine that has been fermented on the skins for 28 days to get it’s signature colour and flavour. Hints of lychee, grapefruit and rose petals make this a great sipping wine for those who feel a little adventurous.
| 9 | 45 |
- Contrepoint 2022 / Vin de Liège / Solaris & Souvignier Gris/ AOP Côtes de Sambre et Meuse, Belgium / 13% ABV
This orange wine from Liège has notes of cardamon and cinnamon on the nose, while on the palate you have long, evolving taste of ripe melon, orange zest, and honey. It is as special as it is exquisite.
| 10 | 50 |
- oOo 2023 / Lepa Vida / 100% Malvasia / Vipavska Dolina, Slovenia /
oOo stands for “Out of Office” and once you casually sip this full-bodied (and fully dry) wine with its golden hue and its rich flavors of dried apricots you’ll certainly want to be.
| 8 | 40 |
| | |
Rosé
| Glass | Bottle |
- Proyecto L.P. 2024 / Vinos Llámalo X / 100% Listán Prieto / Castile-La Mancha, Spain / 12% ABV
Somewhere between light red and dark rosé, this summertime wine is as juicy as it is divine. It comes from a rare grape whose only traces were on the Canary Islands before the winemaker brought it back to its original home on the Iberian peninsula. It is also aged for three months in giant, unglazed clay amphoras, further connecting this beautiful wine to its glorious past.
| 9 | 45 |
- Rosé Brut 2022 / Vaux / Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc & Chardonnay / Rheingau, Germany / 12% ABV
See Sparkling section.
| 8 | 40 |
Red
Winter Suggestion | Glass | Bottle |
- L’Arène 2023 / Domaine de la Bouvaude / Grenache Noir, Carignan, & Syrah / AOP Côtes du Rhône Villages Rousset Les Vignes, France / 14,5% ABV
This triumphant trio of grapes is the perfect combination: the rich body and fruitful aroma of Grenache, the dark color and spicy flavor of Syrah and the finishing splash of the Carignan to even out the blend.
| 7 | 35 |
- Löss Spätburgunder / Stefan Meyer / 100% Spätburgunder / Pfalz, Germany / 13,5 ABV
The grapes for this wine are grown on ‘löss’ soil, which gives it it’s signature mineral aftertaste. Combine this with notes dark cherry and forrest fruit and the result is a tantalising red that is best served a little chilled. A perfect fall wine.
| 7 | 35 |
- Les Ferals / Château Maylandie / Grenache Noir & Syrah / AOP Corbières, France / 13% ABV
A rich and juicy wine—named after domestic animals that have returned to the wild—that blends strawberry and raspberry notes with fine tannins and a fresh bitterness of sage that stretches out for ages.
| 7 | 35 |
- Efimero Tinto 2024 / Bodegas Fabregas / 100% Parraleta /DO Somontano, Aragon, Spain / 12% ABV
An elegant wine made from a rare grape (known as Tinta Caiada in Portugal) which is susceptible to many diseases and has a low yield. Did that stop the people at Fabregas? Absolutely not, and it makes this robust wine, with its red fruit notes and a hint of cream, even more of a gem.
| 8 | 40 |
- Bodegas Quixote 2020 / DOP Pago Casa del Blanco / Merlot, Tempranillo & Petit Verdot / La Mancha, Spain / 14,5% ABV
This bold red wine is aged for twelve months in French and American oak barrels, then stored in a cellar for three years, giving you this woody, full-bodied wine with a long aftertaste.
| 8 | 40 |
- Picus 2022 / Simone Capecci / Montepulciano & Sangiovese / DOC Rosso Piceno Superiore, Italy / 13,5% ABV
The latin name for woodpecker is fitting for this ruby red wine from the Marche region; it will captivate you with its cherry and plum notes, its long, evolving taste, and its delicious fullness.
| 8 | 40 |
Seasonal Classics
- Winter Baileys Hot Chocolate / Latte
As hot as Satan’s teat and dusted with cinnamon.
| 9 | |
- Mocha
Spice up your hot chocolate with a shot of espresso. Choose between Milk, Dark, White or Ruby Chocolate
| 5 | |
- Warm Apple Juice
It’s like regular apple juice but better, plus its warm and contains cinnamon.
| 4 | |
Liquids That Aren’t Wine
| Glass |
| | |
- Ouwen Duiker / 7,0% ABV
A Belgian craft beer that uses rye and American hops to produce (respectively) the delicious mix of bitterness and fruitiness in this dry blonde ale.
| 4,8 |
- Tripel d'Anvers / 8,0% ABV
A strong blonde with some spicy aromas and a creamy aftertaste.
| 4,8 |
- ’t Verzet Unplugged / 0,4% ABV
A hazy and unfiltered IPA from Anzegem, Belgium.
| 4.5 |
Single Origin Coffee
Our beans are brought to you by Crossroast/Caffe Mundi (Oude Beurs 24, 2000 Antwerpen)
Espresso | 2,9 |
Double Espresso | 3,2 |
Americano | 3,5 |
Cappuccino | 3,8 |
Flat White | 4,3 |
Latte | 4,3 |
| |
Hot Chocolate & Chai
Hot Chocolate Choose between Milk, Dark, White or Ruby Chocolate | 4,8 |
Chai Latte | 4,5 |
Dirty Chai Latte | 5 |
Teas & Herbal Infusions
Our teas are brought to you by Songbird/Caffe Mundi (Oude Beurs 24, 2000 Antwerpen).
Earl Grey (Black) | 3,5 |
English Breakfast (Black) | 3,5 |
Orange (Black) | 3,5 |
Steamed Zomba (Green) | 3,5 |
Peach & Ginger (Green) | 3,5 |
White Hibiscus (White) | 3,5 |
Rooibos | 4 |
Chamomille | 4 |
Spearmint | 4 |
Soft Drinks & Water
Fritz Cola (20 cL) | 3,5 |
Fritz Cola Zero (20 cL) | 3,5 |
Fritz Lemonade Lemon (20cL) | 3,5 |
Fentimans Rose Lemonade (20cL) | 3,8 |
Thomas Henry Ginger Ale (20 cL) | 3,8 |
Thomas Henry Ginger Beer (20 cL) | 3,8 |
De Drie Wilgen Apple Juice (20 cL) | 3,5 |
Bru Sparkling Water (20cL) | 3 |
Bru Still Water (20cL) | 3 |
Oh Yeah, Food Is a Thing
- Hummus
Served with crackers, and brought to you by Falafel Tof
| 8 |
- Olives
Large, green Bella Cerignola olives from Italy
| 6 |
- Lola Montez Cheese and Crackers
Brought to you by Van Tricht, this hard Tomme cheese is made with raw milk from Swiss Brown (Braunvieh) cows, rolled in dried spring flowers and left to mature for four to six months, giving it a rich taste and mild floral aroma. Note: the crackers may contain nuts.
| 9,5 |
- Chocolate Chip Cookie
Check the stand - By Cookiele
| 4,2 |
- Pecan Caramel Brownie
Check the stand - By Antoinette (vegan, contains nuts)
| 4 |
- Apple Cinnamon Cake
Check the stand - By Antoinette (vegan, contains nuts)
| 4,7 |
- Pumpkin Spice Hazelnut Cake
Check the stand - By Antoinette (vegan, contains nuts)
| 4,7 |
About Us
Luddites is bookstore, wine bar and a safe haven for people who want to evade the digital world, in pursuit of quietude or Bacchic bliss. Housed in a historic building in the center of Antwerp, we offer the largest selection of English books in the city, as well as a great selection of Dutch books. Hidden just up the stairs is a wine bar where customers can enjoy an exceptional but affordable glass of wine.
Pronunciation
Luddites is not a French word and is not pronounced like “crudités.” Luddites believed in Luddism and claimed to be followers of Ned Ludd, a largely fictional character probably based on King Lud of Britain, who was also largely fictional. Thus, it is pronounced luh-daits, just like supporters of King James II’s claim to the throne were called Jacobites (ja-kub-baits).
We Don’t Have Wifi
Because we are luddites. It’s right there in the name, silly.
Allergenen/Allergens
Voedselallergie? In onze producten kunnen verschillende soorten allergenen aanwezig zijn. De samenstelling van de producten kan wijzigen. Vraag het een medewerker.
Any food allergies? Our products may contain various allergens. The product composition may vary. Please ask a staff member.