This is the best place in the area for wine selection because the staff is so knowledgeable about their products. I have limited education on wine but love to drink it. I always need help finding something. I like looking for new wines to purchase along with my favorites. I feel I’m always filling up my wine refrigerator so I do look for moderately priced wines. I love buying from small family vineyards. Through assistance of their great staff I have found some really wonderful wines under $ 10. Ok don’t laugh I’m serious! These wines don’t break the bank and taste really good. My favorite wine is Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, but for it averages between $ 20 – 25 a bottle. So they introduced me to a wine from a small family vineyard that many local restaurants use as their house wine, Ca’Donini Pinot Grigio. I have been buying this wine ever since they recommend it, but on occasion I treat myself to my favorite. Now on the flip side I’ve gone in for gifts as we have family members who really know their wines and have a more expansive pallet than myself. I ask for assistance, tell them what I want to spend and what kind of wine I’m looking for… jackpot every time! They have a tasting room in the back which is fun to try. Case price discounts and watch for their coupons. They also carry a good selection of beer and hard liquor.
Wino K.
Place rating: 3 Manasquan, NJ
Was in here for the first time before Thanksgiving. Hard to know its there from the road. Has a nice selection but mostly in the high end areas(50 and above). Like that they have a selection of wines form harder to find regions(would like more in the 15 – 30 range). Employees are a little stuck on them selves and have a little attitude when dealing with numerous things at once. Saw wine manager start treating people badly when it started to get busy. I couldn’t stand to watch being a former sommelier. Wine is fun treat it as such. I will go back for the selection not for the help.
David S.
Place rating: 4 Freehold, NJ
Beautiful store kept very well, the staff is very knowledgable and accommodating. its great when your shopping for a bottle of wine and they can explain the bootle to you so you can make a good choice.
Joe C.
Place rating: 4 Morganville, NJ
Great liquor store off Route 9 in Marlboro. Large selection of wine and beer. Tasting room in the back where you can sample about 6 – 10 wines. Staff is very nice and helpful.
Chris M.
Place rating: 4 Somerset, NJ
When this little piggy goes to the liquor store, I rarely expect to deal with a staff that truly knows everything that is going on with their selection, but the staff here knows their wines. With a large selection to embrace, both with wine and beers, you merely describe what taste and flavors you are in search of and they will pair you off with the perfect option. Various imports are catalogued geographically and even offer Kosher choices. Liquor selections also offer a few brands not often found in other locations. Bottom Line: If you’re looking for a wine, this place has them all. Their craft beer selection is very good while their liquor options offer mostly the top shelf options.
Love Fish L.
Place rating: 5 Marlboro, NJ
The best wine store at the best and most convenient location in our area. I stopped by on Tuesday night on my way home from work and loaded on wine for thanksgiving. The personal is very knowledgable and accommodating, prices are reasonable and the store is spectacular. Thanks wine academy!!!
Alison H.
Place rating: 4 Old Bridge, NJ
Wow this place is huge. Staff is super friendly and knowledgable. Decent selection. Only complaint was they didn’t have much wine cold, I was stopping on my way to a byob dinner. :(
Joe B.
Place rating: 4 Freehold, NJ
Nicely set up store. In store wine tasting is a big plus! They have a nice selection and they do have a few bottles that I can’t find anywhere else locally. Prices seem to be on a par with what I usually pay. No one place seems to be able to outdo all the others when it comes to pricing. Manager is very helpful. I look forward to going back for my next tasting!!! Cheers!