There are lots of wines to choose from and lots wine shops all over town. Deciding where to go and what to get can be a daunting task. This list features some of the best places around the Twin Cities to stock up on your favorite flavors as well as where and when to get free tastings, hear free music and find classes to brush up on your wine knowledge. 303 E. Hennepin Ave. Located in Northeast Minneapolis, Surdyk’s has been a long-time staple in the area for all things beer, cheese and wine. Its wine selection is vast and full of variety. The employees are happy to assist you in finding something in particular or to help guide you if you have no idea what you’re looking for. This shop hosts events like wine tastings, samplings and a grape stomp at its storefront. One of the popular nights to buy wine during the week is Wednesday which is when it runs its four for $40 special. Stop into Surdyk’s on a Thursday night for lots of great deals. And every Friday and Saturday includes wine tastings, so stop in and try before your buy.

4726 Cedar Ave. S. Cork Dork Wine Company is a locally owned wine shop in the Nokomis neighborhood in Minneapolis. It features a nice curated collection of wines and beers for sale. This wine shop offers free wine and/or beer tastings every Thursday, and if you follow it on Facebook or Twitter, you can stay up to date on what wines are being sampled when. The staff is very knowledgeable and will help you with your wine selection no matter what price point you’re shopping in. wine bar la feteThis is the place to go if you’re looking for something ‘out of the box’ and affordable yet delicious.best wine bar soma Pairings Food & Winebest wine bar jacksonville 6001 Shady Oak Roadwine stores in knoxville tennessee

Pairings Food & Wine is located on Shady Oak Road in Hopkins, just north of Highway 62. It has a wide variety of wines and cheeses to choose from for any occasion. One thing that sets Pairings apart from other wine shops around town is that it offers classes and events monthly. The website keeps you up to date so you know what is going on and how to sign up. Along with this, Pairings also offers wine tastings, a full to-go and eat-in menu, as well as catering and live jazz on Thursdays. wine grapes for sale new jerseyThis is the perfect spot to head out to after work on a Thursday and enjoy some wine and music.wine price in goa 2016 Related: Best Creative Pizza Places In Minnesota 803 Sibley Memorial Highway (Hwy. 13) Sunfish Cellars in Lilydale is a cute little wine shop that has a ton to offer.

Its selections take you around the world and back again with wines from Argentina, Spain, Chile, USA and more. The staff is always eager to help guide you to the perfect bottle, so even if you don’t know what you’re looking for, you’re sure to leave with something great. Along with great wines, Sunfish has a great line of wine accessories. Chillers, aerators, openers, books, you name it and this shop probably has it. Sunfish Cellars makes a good stop for a birthday, anniversary or hostess gift on your way through Lilydale. 720 Main St., Suite101 Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Mendota Heights is home to The Wine Market. This one-stop shop features lots of wine and lots of events for people who drink it. Wednesdays and Saturdays include tastings of select wines. Tuesday is ‘Teacher Tuesday’ where all teachers get 10 percent off their order, and Fridays are another fun night over at The Wine Market. It hosts tastings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., along with jazz music from local musicians.

Keep this place in mind the next time you’re searching for a great wine or a good time. Related: Best Tasting Menus In Minnesota Amber Ranzau lives on the edge of Uptown in Minneapolis and is a gal about town. She frequents the local restaurant scene, loves to support new and local businesses, follows the latest and greatest fashion and design trends, and she does all of this while working as an interior designer, spending time with her man, The Specialist, and taking care of her two goldfish Felix and Petunia and their tankmate Huey the Snail. The 15 Best Places for Wine in MinneapolisCreated by Foursquare Lists Surdyk's Liquor Store and Gourmet Cheese ShopCheese selection looks amazing and so many wine here. Big plus when I saw my state's beers.Great deals during their semi annual wine sales, but otherwise it's kind of spendy.Love this place, great fresh mozzarella, fantastic selection of beer and wine, cigars AND close to Punch pizza... BarbetteBest late date night. Warm olives, glass of great wine ...or three.

Voted by City Pages as having the Best Wine List in 2010's Best of the Twin Cities. Barbette’s bubbly selection is both broader and better priced than you’re likely to find around town.Best Wine List is always a tough category. Lake Wine & SpiritsRogue spirits, tasty beers, and 6 for $36 wine. I always leave happy.they have the best ipa selection around and the wine is up there tooBest selection of beer and wine in the Uptown area. The stuff on sale is usually pretty tasty too! Riverview Cafe & Wine BarGreat atmosphere, great food, excellent beer and wine menu. And just to add some stank on it, the servers are very knowledgeable about the menu. Great ambiance and wine list- wine slightly over-priced. Gluten free pizza crust option.Best staff ever - sat with our kids in Cafe area - they allowed us to order from the Wine Bar menu and they brought it over for us. South Lyndale LiquorsVoted as Best Liquor Store in the 2010 City Pages Best of the Twin Cities. The shop now boasts an epic wine selection, a thoughtful collection of unique 22-ounce beers, and a notable range of scotch.

Excellent staff with extensive wine knowledge - and ALWAYS ask for samples!!Best wine shop in town. The staff knows their stuff! France 44 Wines & SpiritsVoted By City Pages as Best Wine Shop in 2010. France 44, which carries a monstrous inventory from 17 countries, has a staff eager to help you find just the right bottle for your palate and budget.Hands down the best wine & spirits experience in France Ave. solid wine and beer selection and wickedly smart staff.Best place to go for weekly wine and beer tastings.. The staff are outstanding! and always helpful ... Great place to explore some new experiences in wine - beer - whiskey - scotch! Al VentoGreat deal on the date night happy hour, half priced wine and a lot of great food.I adore this place. On Mondays and Tuesdays they have 1/2 bottles of wine and $20 per person date night special including appetizer, entree, and desert :) Also the atmosphere is perfect for a date.Awesome food and wine! Toast Wine Bar & CafeVoted City Pages top ten wine bars!

A tightly focused approach to the kind of wine served is one of the legs of that sturdy stool.Voted City Pages top ten wine bars! A tightly focused approach to the kind of wine served is one of the legs of that sturdy stoolGreat place. Perfect for a cocktail or glass of wine before you hit the town. The Bachelor FarmerPerhaps the best cocktail in my life. Don't miss the "we happen to have a bottle open" wine by glass options. The one I had was terrific.One of the most adventurous meals I've ever had. They'll serve a half bottle of any of their wines, and the remaining wine is listed on a chalkboard for sale by the glass.Great service, great wine, the poached egg and lamb sausage were my favorites on the menu Black Sheep Coal Fired Pizzaget the house salad, a #5 (pizza) and the house wine and you will leave very, very happy.Order a Number 5 with 3 friends and split a house salad and a half liter of the house red. You will not regret it.Grab a #5 and a #8 with the market salad and a liter of house red.

If you aren't able to go with Adam T, Evan B, and Josh Z (like I have the pleasure of doing), grab 3 other friends. Café & Bar LurcatFoodies will appreciate the exceptional dishes,notable wine list and even my fav apps: mini burgers w fries & hollandaise or healthier option: ahi tuna w apple coleslaw. 5stars Scallops wrapped baconThe bar menu during happy hour (half price drafts, well drinks, and house wine) is the best.Love the apple, cheese & chive salad with Prosecco. Zipps LiquorsThey are super helpful with pairing wines with meals. Just ask and they'll find one for you. Check the schedule for free wine tastings.Favorite liquor store in Seward/Longfellow. Ask for wine recommendations. Bar La GrassaDelicious small plates, great wine list & the seafood food dinner is amazing! Many gluten free options here!Start with some Bruschetta. I recommend the Spicy Carpaccio, or the Pork Shoulder. Entrees: the Crab Ravioli was excellent! my wife loved the Red Wine Spaghetti. Get creative and share!