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Friday, February 15, 2013

The Wine Seller - Ann Arbor, Michigan

You WILL NOT find a better wine & beer store in Ann Arbor (Trust me, I've gone to ALL of them).  When I moved to Ann Arbor from Grand Rapids in 2009, I never once thought I would find a place like International Beverage Company again.  I found The Wine Seller in 2010 (this place exceeded my expectations!), owned by Patel brothers, Swetang & Hardik.  They are both friendly, patient, and have an extensive knowledge of wines and craft beers.  

Seriously.  The pictures (below) cannot emulate the WONDERFUL and overwhelming EXCITEMENT you get when you're standing in the store.  Quoting Levar Burton from Reading Rainbow: "But you don't have to take my word for it."  You'll just have to stop by and experience this for yourself!

Here are my reasons WHY they are the BEST in town:
  1.  Wine Storage: wines are kept in a dimly lit and cool area (unlike most of the wine shops in A2).
  2. Staff: Patient, friendly, knowledgable. Some stores in A2 care only about "selling" rather than taking the time to help you find something you'll enjoy.  If you're like me and like to ask questions before buying - this is the place to go - they will ANSWER ALL your questions.   
  3. Extensive variety: whether you're in the mood for a chardonnay, champagne, merlot, California cabernet sauvignon, burgandy or bourdeaux, Washington pinot noir, sake, port, stout or an IPA - you'll find something exciting to try...guaranteed!
  4. Discounts offered when you buy 6 bottles or a case (12) of wine.    
  5. Price: You don't need to look elsewhere, they have the best and fairest prices in town.  (I have looked).
  6. Special Orders:  If you can't find what you're looking for, please ask - they were able to find the 2005 Duckhorn Three Palms Merlot for me and at a great price!
  7. Make your OWN 6 Pack: There is no other place in town that will have a wide variety of craft beers that you can mix and match. 
Quality & Variety: 98
Quality of Service: 100
Value: 98
Atmosphere: 100
Overall: 99 (Excellent - A Must Try!)

Pictures taken with permission from the owner and my apologies for the poor picture quality (I used my iphone 4)



















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3 comments:

  1. CameronMarch 18, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    These guys are the best. Always have good recommendations and an incredible selection.

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  2. UnknownMarch 18, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    Agreed! Awesome guys. Very knowledgeable. Extremely helpful, and willing to go the extra mile on things. Most places only want to sell what they have on the shelf.

    Additionally, they have a great selection of Port's and can speak intelligently about those as well. I shop there for virtually all of my purchases and even recommend my friends to go there as well.

    I have no affiliation whatsoever with The Wine Seller. Just a happy and satisfied customer.

    Gary Hull

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  3. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 2:37 AM

    @ Cameron & @ Gary: Thanks for the feedback! The Wine Seller is truly one-of-its-kind in A2.

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