As someone who knows very little about wine and lacks the time to learn more, it's always a pleasure going into into Brooklyn Wine Exchange and being helped by someone truly passionate about what they do. While it can be easy to believe that 'wine is wine' and the store doesn't matter, BWE differentiates itself time and again by building a community through their tastings and annual membership program. read more

My go-to wine store - very conveniently located next to Trader Joe's. Everyone is super friendly and helpful. Great selection of wine (and good range of prices) - the cheaper wines are displayed on the table which is great if you're looking to grab something at a decent price. They often have tastings here and the tastings aren't for bottles that are always expensive - have seen decent $12 bottle tastings. FYI - They also carry a good amount of liquor, not just a wine store. read more

Yeah wine stores make me awkward because i know maybe 2% of what there is to know about wine but the fine gentlemen and ladies at bk wine exchange are extremely patient and informative. Even agree with you when BS-ing about what notes you taste at wine tastings!! Huzzah! read more

My go-to wine store! For whatever reason I can never seem to absorb any lasting information about wine; I don't need to with Brooklyn Wine Exchange. Their selection of wines is always budget friendly and the descriptions are in plain non-esoteric English. read more

Love this place! I'm so Bk and when I need a bottle of something good, I come here. The available wines are extensive as any wine shop but the major difference is the friendly staff, easy to browse setup and great tasting events all the time. I highly recommend a stop here in downtown Bk! read more

Have been here multiple times with my boyfriend, sometimes just stopping in to sample some of the wine tastings. Overall, always a good experience. Friendly staff, wide selection, and there's lots of inexpensive options, in a very clean, organized space (maybe its the wood in the store that gives it a special feeling compared to other liquor/wine stores). read more

Lovely folks and very helpful. Hi to lo selection of interesting wines. Just a great spot.

pretty great selection. how convenient next to TJ's (especially since this TJ's has no booze other than beer). Even though it is the same owners as Smith & Vine, it is a very different stock. I think that it is a bit more "upscale" and the prices reflect this as well. Many vintages can be found for less online and in other stores. Okay, that being said, there are also a few things here that I have not found elsewhere (I particularly love the Etna region, which they carry!). It is a great a lovely vibe with regards to the space and layout and I like the tastings they have here, I just wish the times were more convenient. I also think that the staff here is a little colder than at S&V- but again, it is closer to BK Heights, so a different target client, I presume. read more

Ask the staff for good wine recommendations. Also check out the whiskey on the checkout counter.

This is such a great addition to the neighborhood. The selection of wines is vast, but not overwhelming. I love the $12 and under table, which includes really solid choices. Staff are knowledgeable and unpretentious--always willing to make recommendations. I've yet to take one of their classes, but look forward to trying that out soon. read more

I feel so lucky to live close to this shop. The staff is friendly, passionate, and committed to offering a great selection, which includes fantastic natural and biodynamic wines. The weekly classes, taught by the staff and other wine professionals from all over the city, are a huge value: if you buy any of the three levels of membership, you can attend an unlimited number of sessions over a certain period of time and get discounts on purchases. Class themes range from fundamentals to more focused topics (Catalan wine, orange wine, and Italian varietals are just a few of the classes I've taken over the past year). Every class includes a tasting of four to five wines. You can sometimes attend classes without getting a membership, but members get first dibs on reservations. A+++ read more

LOVE this store! My bridesmaids actually just threw my bridal shower in their education center/back room. It's out of control gorgeous back there and looks like a wine cellar. It's great because the tasting is incorporated into the event and it's a beautiful space. They also can provide food for the event OR you can bring your own. They can help coordinate everything. Highly recommend for any event. The staff rocks...Jen was evidently GREAT to work with and led the tasting. Best under $12 table ROCKS too! Enjoy! read more

Brooklyn Wine Exchange is great for all occasions... you can get an under-$10 bottle as well as a $50 bottle of wine. The staff was really friendly and outgoing and told me a bit about their different tastings without me asking. I really enjoyed my experience and will return again soon! read more

I highly recommend Brooklyn Wine Exchange. I called at the last minute with a ridiculous request, after another retailer put our company in a bind. I was certain no one would be able to help me, but they went above and beyond, and even though they very well could have taken advantage since we were in a tight spot, they helped me choose a VERY reasonably priced bottle of wine and didn't charge extra for their trouble. I cannot thank them enough - so a raving Yelp review is the least I can do! read more

I relied on the salesman's recommendation and the wine he suggested was the worst, and none of my guests liked it. I will never go there again read more

I love this place. If only winter didn't keep me from wanting to ever venture out of my apartment more than a block, I'd probably be here every week. When I first moved to the area, I was thrilled about Trader Joe's and then ever-so-slightly less so when I realized this one didn't have the awesome(ly cheap) wine store that the Union Square TJ's has. Cue the opening of Bk Wine Exchange to solve the problem. The staff is super helpful and friendly. The first time I walked in, they asked me right away what I was looking for, made suggestions based on what I said I liked, and pointed out the large and totally sweet $12 and under table (from which I have made many a purchase and have been very happy with every bottle). Also, I think it goes without saying that nightly wine tasting is worth 5 stars alone. Am I right or am I right? The prices are good, the selection is very good, and the staff is great. And when the weather isn't so arctic, its an easy trip to pick up a nice bottle of wine after picking up some yummy food next door. I will definitely be back here again and again. read more

I have been a member of Brooklyn Wine Exchange for a few years. I am sorry to say that I think it's gone down hill. The classes, which used to be excellent, now serve mediocre wine, The selection and the service are also nothing special. There are now much better wine stores around. read more

Staff is always helpful but never pushy. Great selection of wines and bitters. I wasn't sure if they had a selection of tequilas but they do. I am enjoying a reasonably priced but high quality now. read more

We used Brooklyn Wine Exchange to provide wine and spirits for our Brooklyn wedding for about 125 people in September 2015. Tim was incredibly helpful in helping us find interesting and delicious wines within our budget, figure out how much of each to buy, and get it all delivered to our venue the day of. He let us taste a bunch of different wines, talked to us about what would go well with our planned menu, and never pressured us to buy more bottles or more expensive wines than we needed/wanted/could afford. He also helped us find excellent locally distilled gin and whiskey for our specialty cocktails. We ended up saving lots of money and having better booze than if we had bought a standard catering package, and thanks to Tim, it was also an easy and pleasant experience. Thanks so much! read more

The best in the neighborhood. I have to go out of my way to get here but it's worth it. I regularly get mixed cases delivered, and always get good recommendations. I've never gotten a bad bottle here. Best quality and options for wine drinkers. read more

Highly recommend Brooklyn Wine Exchange for their classes. We arranged a wine 101 class for work. I arranged with Tim. He was incredibly helpful and responsive. He was also our instructor and very knowledgeable and patient. The class was great for a basic wine education and even additional information on how to order at a restaurant. Tim was very tentative. He even opened up a bottle from his own collection at the end to prove his point on aged wine. You can't beat the price. For six wines, it was $35. You could do four wines for $25. You're also able to bring in your own food.there is a Trader Joe's and a grocery store around the corner. If you request what you want beforehand, they will pick everything up and arrange it for you upon your arrival. The room is in the back and very comfortable. The wine shop up front is also great as well! Would definitely go back! read more

This place looks like the sort of place I would love. Yet I keep finding myself underwhelmed by the prices and selection. A missed opportunity. Brooklyn you can do better than this! read more

Love the classes! So many fun topics and they open up really nice wines at just about every session.

This is a really great local wine store. Brooklyn Wine Exchange has everything for your everyday wine needs and the pricing is good. This store also does a great job of showcasing some lesser known varietals. However, the best thing about place is the great staff which does a great job of being helpful and engaging without being annoying and pushy. read more

Tim was so incredibly helpful when ordering several wines over the phone, all the way from Los Angeles. They wrapped and delivered everything and made the whole process seamless. read more

I have been buying the occasional bottle from Brooklyn Wine exchange for years. Their staff is always well informed, super helpful and have never tried to sell the more more expensive item just because its more expensive. This week they really became superstars of service. After a long weekend of holiday errands I still I needed two cases of wine to hand out as gifts. Not only do they offer a case discount (great when you need quantity) they delivered them to my house that night, free of charge. read more

This store is amazing!!!!! I always refer everyone to these guys. They are incredibly helpful and have a great selection of wine and other spirits. Kyle is awesome. He is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. These guys know their sh!t and have tastings, classes and events often. My favorite liquor store in Brooklyn hands down. read more

The staff is knowledgable but not judgmental. Which is very VERY rare for a wine store with great variety. I love this place for this reason. They have affordable wines that are delicious. But again, I always go by what the staff recommends bc they're really that good. In 5 years, they've never led me astray. read more

Great service, Excellent Selections, and loved the samples. Wonderful to have to found this place

The staff here is incredibly knowledgeable, and they don't make you feel bad if you're looking for something on the cheaper end. The woman who works in the mornings did a wonderful job of making recommendations based on other things I've liked in the past. I came away with a great selection of wines. read more

not as homey as their cousin, smith and vine, but still great selections. always happy to pop in here, especially on a tasting day.

I go out of my way to get a few bottles whenever i visit my girlfriend for a night. They know their stuff.

just had such a great experience with this place! called from california, to have a gift delivered to a friend. spoke with hannah, who was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and friendly. amazing service. she wrote a card for me, recommended her favorite champagnes, and wrapped the bottles with bows for me. plus, FREE delivery!! happy customer! wish i lived locally so i could shop here. read more