Special Report

The Best Place to Buy Wine in Every State

Source: Courtesy of Nespor's Wine & Spirits via Facebook

Kansas: Nespor’s Wine & Spirits
> Location: Manhattan

In business for over 50 years, Nespor’s boasts over 5,000 square feet of shelves offering premium beer, wine, and spirits. The owner is a certified sommelier, and the extensive selection of hand-picked wines features unique and hard-to-find brands and vintages.

Source: Courtesy of The Wine Rack via Yelp

Kentucky: The Wine Rack
> Location: Louisville

This charming shop in Crescent Hill offers weekly deals on new wines, a monthly wine club with seven different membership options to choose from, and a well-curated selection of beverages. The proprietor is well versed at recommending wines to go with any meal, and the prices are outstanding for the quality of the products.

Source: Courtesy of Keife & Co via Yelp

Louisiana: Keife & Co.
> Location: New Orleans

This service-oriented specialty food purveyor carries wines from small family-owned producers with many natural, organic, and biodynamic options. The staff keep a log of your purchases to remind you of which wines you’ve bought and enjoyed. They also offer gift baskets, wine glass rental, and custom cheese and meat boards.

Source: Courtesy of Jan P. via Yelp

Maine: Maine and Loire
> Location: Portland

Inspired by the small unpretentious French wine producers of the Loire Valley, this shop and bar features natural wines that are easy to enjoy. With a focus on healthy land stewardship, the proprietors choose wines made on a sustainable scale by passionate people. Take advantage of the tastings and classes, and do stop into the bar on Friday or Saturday.

Source: Courtesy of Bin 604 Wine & Spirits via Facebook

Maryland: Bin 604 Wine & Spirits
> Location: Baltimore

Tucked away on the second floor above a Whole Foods Market, this cozy hidden gem is worth a visit. The staff is adept at helping you navigate the seasonally rotating stock of quality wines, from easy dinner accompaniments to rare vintages, and they offer tastings and in-depth classes that explore various wine regions and varietals.

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