He insists to only sell wines with as little chemical additives as possible, preferably none. "Additives like sulfur dioxide make wine more stable, but also more predictable. And why would anyone want to drink a predictable wine?".

Most of Vleck's wines are from vineyards that use no artificial manure or pesticide. "The result is, these winegrowers háve to grow good, healthy grapes, or their harvest will perish." Even though adding sulfur has become a common practice in the wine business, according to Michiel it is one of the main causes for undrinkable wines. And for those stingy next morning headaches. "Winegrowers who risk chemical-free produce are often the ones who really care to get the best out of their grapes."

After learning the tricks of the trade, working for a major wine importer for several years, Michiel is glad he started his own business. Running it from day to day, his passion for great wines is catching to all who enter, experts and novices alike.

Besides the relaxed atmosphere, a varying selection of quality wines and regular evening wine tastings, Vleck's most pleasant surprise is that good wine does not have to be expensive. With bottles running from €2,50 to €180, the majority of Michiel's wines sell between five and fifteen Euros each.