This is not your average wine store. Everything they carry is organic, and hand selected by the owner, who is a sommelier. She and her husband are very friendly and helpful. You don't have to know anything about wine; they will help you select something nice. But if you do know a Morgon from a Moulin-a-Vent, you're also in the right place. The store is beauful, and so is the tasting room in the cellar. We are lucky to have such a high quality store in our town! read more

This wine and spirits store is fabulous. They have a wide variety of wines especially organic. I was greeted at the door and a knowledgeable gentleman helped me find perfect wine selections. The store has an industrial look with touch of elegance. They have tastings and events to share their knowledge and great products. I recommend this to everyone. Prices are very reasonable. read more

A neat wine store in the 500 Seneca Street building that recently opened up. If you live nearby, I definitely suggest coming here to check it out although it's bit challenging to find. It's right near the Tommyrotter Distillery, so if you know where that is-- you can't miss it! They seem to have a nice inventory, organized by country with a wide variety. The owner previously worked at Premiere and seemed very knowledgable. They also have a wine cellar where you can actually rent a space for. I don't remember the exact pricing, but it's cool to be able to rent out your own space in their wine cellar for wine storage! All in all, a unique and interesting wine store. Definitely suggest checking it out! read more

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I went with a group to a wine and cheese pairing class and it was an unforgettable experience. Melissa, the owner, setup a wonderful selection of wine as we toured the vineyards of various European (and one South American) countries. She was very knowledgeable and her enthusiasm and passion was very apparent as she described each wine and why she was having us taste it that night. Most (all?) of the wines were selected from sustainable and/or organic wineries which was a nice touch as well. We were also provided with a fact sheet that described in each wine, where it was sourced from, the blend of grapes used, how it was aged, etc. Each glass of wine was meticulously paired with its perfect cheese counterpart, which the owner said she purchases from local cheese distributors. The one thing I would recommend for the future is to also include what cheese was paired with each wine. The actual tasting took place in a really cool, early 1900s cellar complete exposed stone and some beautiful Edison lights. I also appreciated the beautiful table plating that made experiencing the wine (even for a newbie like me) very approachable. I loved every second of this experience and already purchased some gift cards for other people in my life to experience as well. Couldn't recommend it enough to others. You'll love it too! read more

Winkler & Samuels - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I stopped by here yesterday before heading into a meeting next door and I was really impressed with the layout of the store, the selection, and the affordable price points. The owner was working here and was very helpful. I love that they put the region imprinted on the floor so you can navigate easily through the store. I was really impressed that this store carries wine from the Canary Islands and Israel (both were excellent). I decided to purchase a bottle from each country. I also bought a couple of Rieslings (Germany and Washington State) as well as a random Italian, Chilean, and Pinot Noir. All the wines I purchased were very affordable (under $25) which I was surprised by, especially the Israeli wine, since I've heard they're usually expensive. read more

Went to one of the wine tastings here. Fun thing to do in the city. The options were good but not great. Cheese plate was a winner.

Tried out one of their wine classes in February with a group of people. The check-in experience was all over the place. I watched as fellow classmates were arriving and didn't really know where to go, what to do, how to check-in. Also, when you wait for the class, you have to wait in their store front. There wasn't really direction on that part either. When the class started, we were escorted down to the cellar. It is a beautiful place. There is stone, and wood, and a tv fireplace. It is pretty stellar in the cellar. The cellar was set with places for all, with 6 wine glasses, poured with what you would normally get at a wine tasting at a winery. There was also a slate of cheese and bread products. A sheet of all the wine was given to the class, and upon further review I learned that the bottles were all under $20. One was even from a can. The cheese was good, however, the owner would not divulge where it came from. I'm betting it came from Wegmans. For $45 it was not worth it, and overpriced. I could go with that money to multiple wineries in Niagara County and have a good time. It was very disappointing. I'm giving two stars because of the ambiance. read more

Winkler & Samuels - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I am so lucky this store is located in my building but it is worth the trip if you live in the suburbs. Melissa is extremely knowledgeable about wine and is eager to help. Before NYS went on PAUSE I loved to stop in on Fridays when they would offer wine tastings. The wine prices range from reasonable to high end, from many different regions. They also have a great weekly email with some of wines they offer/feature and they tell you more about the wineries. Now that we are on PAUSE they are offering curbside pick up. You can call and tell them your preferences and price range and they will pick bottles for you. I love this wine store. read more

Stopped in after an awesome dinner next door. They had a Rose open to sample and greeted us as soon as we walked in. The wines are organized by region and you can find varietals by looking at the writing on the floor which is unique. There were a lot of wines I recognized along with some I have yet to try. I certainly plan on attending some of the wine classes as the cellar looks like a great space and I love meeting new people. I will update my review after my first class! read more

If you want incredible wine, this is the place! The owners are so friendly and knowledgeable. They travel around the world to many of these wine regions so they have firsthand knowledge of their products. The classes are awesome and informative. I have yet to find a wine I haven't liked from Winkler & Samuels. If you haven't visited this place yet, you will not be disappointed!! Shop small and leave with some amazing vino! read more

I attended a wine tasting event at Winkler & Samuels a few weeks back - sorry for the delayed review. This is more than a wine store with a large selection of wines from around the world, ranging from low cost to top-shelf bottles. The owners are extremely knowledgeable about each bottle they sell and are happy to assist you. When I attended the wine tasting event, we were brought down to a large room in the basement (it can definitely accommodate a large party) and each of us were given a flight of wine glasses with cheese for each wine. The connoisseur went through each of the wines in thorough detail, with information about the winery itself and the taste to expect. She also took the time to explain why each cheese was selected for the wines. Winkler & Samuels was able to accommodate our party of 30 comfortably. It was a fun night and I would gladly return for another wine tasting event. I highly recommend you visit their store on Seneca street! read more

Winkler & Samuels - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Terrible. Tried to book over weeks. Was communicating via email and was told my date was available for a group event and I asked to book this date. They said they were going to France and would reach out after to go over details. After weeks of waiting for a response I emailed back to go over details and they sent back a generic email saying that the date was not available "we book up quickly". What?!? This date was already confirmed and now I have to choose a different venue for my event. Completely unprofessional. I have the emails if anyone would like to see. read more

This is not your liquor store wine section. This is a unique store with wine from every region of the world. If you like trying different wine this is the place to go. It is located in 500 Seneca between Dobutsu and Tommy Rotter. It's run by a very knowledgeable couple that is willing to help at any time. There's even a cellar downstairs where they host wine tastings just about every week. Follow them on Facebook to keep up with their events and tastings. read more

Absolutely love this place! I've gone to two wine tastings and I can't wait until the next one. Upstairs you will find their wine store with wines organized by their country/place of origin. Downstairs we have the taste! Melissa beautifully plates the wine glasses and food pairings. While sipping she educates the class on the wine and rationale for the food pairing. Melissa is SO incredibly knowledgeable on each wine. Totally worth checking out. read more

This is a beautiful shop that can help you select a wonderful wine at any price point - and not make you feel badly if that's on the lower end. Melissa knows her wines and travels the world to select the best. Never snooty, always friendly. I've sworn off other retailers. read more

Great place, helpful staff. Selection is varied, something in every price range. Highly recommend

Great place. Great wine. Wonderful owner! Always helpful and they always make great suggestions! Everything I've tried I love! Try the Ramona's!! Honestly the best wine store in the city. I've also done a few tastings and they are also amazing! A great night out with friends. read more

Fantastic wine shop with personal service for recommendations in all price ranges. The wine classes are excellent and great place for wine tasting events. read more