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December 2023 by Maryna S.
Moved to Syracuse a few months ago and Vinomania was one of the first places we discovered. Great wine, great prices, great atmosphere. Gary's wine suggestions are always top notch and he remembers what I've liked in the past. Along with a terrific wine selection, it's a welcoming and fun place to visit.
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November 2023 by Michael Cosaboom
I am thankful for this store where not only did I get excellent recommendations for wine and whiskey, also the friendly proprietor gave me solid tips for a lunch spot and afternoon’s entertainment. I’ll be back.
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October 2023 by Dawne D.
I haven't posted here before because I assumed everyone knew how awesome Vinomania is! We found Gary quite by accident over 20 years ago and am so glad we Did! His prices are excellent and the wines are the best in the area. You won't find a lot of mass marketed brands. What you will find is absolutely outstanding wines and great prices. If Gary recommends it, buy it! Actually buy a few bottles because some of them you won't see again!
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October 2023 by Antonio D.
Vinomania should be your "Go-To" store for your Wine & spirits shopping. Gary will not steer you wrong. His selection is wide ranging and his prices are fantastic. We've been shopping at Vinomania for almost 20-years and NEVER had a bad purchase. Don't know what to get? Let Gary help. Tell him what you want and he won't let you down. The man knows his wines! Also, once he recommends a wine, make sure you purchase at least two bottles. You'll wish you had once you finish the first one.
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July 2023 by blackcaesar2006
Owner has the most unique selection
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April 2023 by Aaron Stewart
Came here with my fiancé and son to pick up a typewriter the owner put in marketplace and he was the coolest guy ever! I’ve haven’t had an experience like that in a long time awesome place to buy your liquor
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October 2022 by Chad Gregory
This is a fantastic store with selections that you won't find at the bigger places. The owner Gary is wonderful and if he doesn't have something he'll happily order it for you.
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August 2022 by Michael Abbott
Unbelievably great first experience with Gary and the store today. Beautiful layout, wide selection and Gary makes you feel like a human being. Even if he doesn't have the one you are looking for, he'll find a proper alternative ASAP. This guy really knows his stuff in the most friendly way. I found my new liquor store!!! See you soon Gary.
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July 2022 by Fridah L.
This place is amazing. They have interesting Varietals, and the store ambience is almost as warm as the owner is welcoming. Today he invited my canine companion in with me while I shopped so she didn't have to stay in the car. She was quite happy with that invitation. Especially when it came to include some delicious, I'm sure, cheese from Thanos. As a result, after purchasing some charming reds at super reasonable price points, I ran over to Thanos for the first time fir a bit of table cheese and to have a look around. I'm so glad I finally made it in and will certainly drive 3 extra miles for this rewarding vino shopping experience.
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March 2022 by Angela R.
This place might just be my new favorite wine store in the world, and I don't say that lightly because I've been pretty smitten with Red Feet in Ithaca up until now (also excellent, though far from me now!) I came to check it out because I'd read good reviews on Yelp. I feel pretty confident saying I wouldn't have stumbled on this place in the wild, because though it's downtown it's a bit out of the way, and the surrounding area (before this street) gave me "abandoned alley" vibes. This shop has apparently been around for 20 years, which in itself is pretty cool. In anticipation of a virtual chocolate tasting I'd be attending, I decided to pick up a bottle of red. The owner Gary stopped mid conversation to greet me warmly. He asked if I needed help, and I immediately told him I wasn't normally a red drinker, but wanted a red to pair with chocolate. He immediately led me to a bottle of Sun Goddess merlot and shared some basic facts, like that it was an Italian and not full of tannins, which would make it more mellow. Also, it was only $10, so I was pleased that I wasn't upsold. Gary was so incredibly friendly and knowledgeable and I accepted his suggestion immediately. As he rang me up, he mentioned that they'd be doing a wine tasting the next day. I asked if he held them often and he said he had an email list to announce them and I could sign up on a sheet by the door. (And said they were a hoot, which I fully believe.) In an age of spam email, it should speak volumes that I willingly signed up to receive an email from a business, and by scribbling my e-address on a piece of paper under a paperweight no less. As for the wine itself, it was delightful. Rich and smooth, not dry, and the perfect compliment to my chocolate. I'll certainly be swinging by next time I need a bottle!
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November 2021 by Peter Jones
Gary the owner is super friendly and it’s lovely to sit down and have a conversation sometimes strolling sommeliers will arriveAnd the crowd is just a really nice group of people this is a definite visit whenever I’m near
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November 2021 by Ballison Drake
Knowledgeable, personable, and eccentric. A perfect cocktail. The wine is where they shine. One star off for limited selection of whiskey.
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October 2021 by Nicholas Cooper
Wonderful shop. Gary is fantastic and knowledgeable. Truly great wine for a fantastic deal
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October 2021 by Susanne D
Gary is wonderful! And this Gem of a wine store is Not to be missed! ?????
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September 2021 by Heather Rushton
Local gem. The owner knows his wine. His shop is mini museum with collections of vintage stuff to look at. Nothing pretentious here. Just good customer service and lots of laughter.
