Many of us grow tired of walking into liquor stores and "wine shops" only to find the same old familiar wine labels with nothing to peak our interest or expand our knowledge base.
About two years ago, I discovered a wonderful gem of a store in New Haven, CT called the Wine Thief. (I grew up in the area and still have family in the area, so I find myself in the area several times per year.) There are two locations, but the one I visit is at 181 Crown Street, less than 5 minutes off of I95.
The first time I stepped into the store, I was astounded by how little of their inventory I was familiar with. They work with a number of smaller importers and producers to provide an exceptional selection from both new and old world regions. What I truly enjoy as well, is their broad selection of wines for $15 an under. Often, I will try to leave with a mixed case of wine for about $150. (The typical 10% discount on a full case applies.)
The staff is exceedingly knowledgeable and helpful, often pointing out new favorites or working from an explanation of my own likes and dis-likes relating to wine styles or regions. What follows is a few weeks of new discoveries as I open and share the wines with family and friends.
Although their website does little to elaborate on breath of the shop and their inventory, check them out at:www.thewinethief.com. If you are ever in New Haven, you don't want to miss the opportunity to stop. Even if you just happen to be driving through on I95, it is a very brief diversion you won't regret taking.
Cheers,
Bill Roman
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