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February 2024 by Annia Ciezadlo
Hands down the best wine store in this neighborhood (I'd say Manhattan, but it's hard to top Astor Wine). I wandered in one day and asked them my standard question, the litmus test for whether a wine store knows their stuff or not: do you have any Lebanese wine? Not only did they know what I was talking about (Bible, Jesus, Cana, nuff said), they knew there was a whole universe of Lebanese wine beyond Chateau Musar (the one that everyone knows). They had a spectacular collection of wines from Serbia, Croatia, Georgia and other little-known but excellent wine countries. Most of all: unlike other wine stores in this area, which can be exhaustingly snobbish (I'm looking at you, Martin Brothers), the folks at Grape Collective are excited about wine and excited to tell you about it. They don't care how much money you're looking to spend. They care about telling all the different stories of wine—different kinds, different grapes, different places. If you can't afford a trip to Zagreb, then a bottle from Grape Collective might be the cheap ticket. Even if you don't buy anything at all, it's a pleasure and an education just to drop by.
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February 2024 by Marlene M. L.
Outstanding wine, outstanding service, knowledge and selections. A joy to be a customer. This is the best wine source in the neighborhood.
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November 2023 by Todd V.
What a great little wine shoppe! I walked by a bunch of times but have always been intimidated when it comes to choosing a wine. I have to admit that it was the cool train set in the window that made me stop in this time. Unless it's something i've tried before, when it comes to wine i usually just go with what i've had in the past or something with a pretty label within my price point, rather than expose myself for the wine dummy that i am. I decided this time to ask for a recommendation. I was sure i would be directed to a higher priced bottle and given a flowery diatribe on fragrance and bouquet that would be meaningless to me. Instead, the gentleman who helped me asked me what I've had that i've liked and then directed me to a number of options and explained a bit about each in terms that i could understand without being haughty and self-important. i ended up trying three new wines that i never would have chosen on my own. I was really surprised at how many options they had in my price range. Moreover, the staff were friendly and didn't tried to push me in any direction or try to dazzle me with their wine knowledge. The store had a cool ambience and great tunes playing that you didn't have to shout over to be heard. overall a really good experience. knowledgeable and friendly staff with no oversell or intimidation. Another great find in the neighborhood, can't wait to go back this weekend!
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November 2023 by Katherine D.
This is my go to wine store! Interesting selection from boutique vineyards. I have bought great wines from different countries including Armenia and Croatia. If you are looking to expand your collection this is the place to shop! Fantastic staff both knowledgeable and friendly but not pushy! Welcome addition to the neighborhood and they deliver!
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November 2023 by Raven B.
I wish this neighborhood had liquor stores that were cheaper and had better selections. I went into the Grape Collective last night and a salesperson immediately approached me. He asked with I was looking for and then proceeded to speak over me, interrupt me, and generally mansplain. He was very loud, too. I guess one has to be very thirsty for a sale to unsuccessfully try that hard. A good salesperson does not interrupt a customer or speak over them. A good manager corrects this type of behavior, commission or not. Your organic wines are generally well-priced. The liquor is overpriced, and, the selection is small.
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August 2023 by Pallavi Sud
Best natural wine selection on the upper west side.
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June 2023 by Google user
wonderful selection of great wines, prices reasonable, we found a Müller-Thurgau . from Germany from the winery Beuer
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June 2023 by Johanna Horton
wonderful selection of great wines, prices reasonable, we found a Müller-Thurgau .from Germany from the winery Beuer
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February 2023 by Daphne G.
Love this wine shop! They have a great selection and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I haven't been steered wrong once.
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December 2022 by Jay K.
Stumbled upon a super cute wine shop before dinner! Very cozy, nice, and organized. The person helping me made me discover my new favorite rosé- pretty difficult to do with me lol. It was the exact taste I was looking for. If I'm ever around the area- I'll definitely be visiting again! Would I recommend? Absolutely. 10 out of 10 :)
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December 2022 by Michele H.
I love, love, love this lovely friendly wine store with an outstanding collection of curated wines. I have bought the absolute best wines here at a reasonable price that I have not found any where else. The staff are knowledgeable, patient in explaining all about different wines (and always have dog biscuits for my corgi who comes into browse with me). I usually get an outstanding collection (10% off a case of 12) of wines less than $20, with an occasional higher priced wine. All are delicious. I won't buy wine any where else in Manhattan.
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June 2022 by Bridget Gallagher
Neighborhood gem with an outstanding selection of hard-to-find small producer and organic wines and some conventionally underrepresented geographies. Plenty of great bottles for <$30 and helpful tasting notes for almost everything. They also have a small highly curated selection of spirits and Aperitivi. Helpful friendly staff and treats for your dog, too! I ❤️ this wine store.
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November 2021 by Yan Vega
Amazing place for great wines.
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November 2021 by Alessandro Grande
A gem in the neighborhood!
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October 2021 by Leonard Battifarano
This is the best Wine shop in New York City. Wonderful, knowledgeable, and super friendly staff, great and unique wines at excellent prices. Stop by!!