Testimonials

Bill Bouffard

"They know wine. Great selections in all price ranges. If they do not have it they probably can get it. What more can you ask for."

Karen

"Very personal service. They make great recommendations when I am looking for a new wine."

Sylvia Thomason

"Consistent willingness to offer an opinion and to make selecting a great wine a pleasure before and after the wine is opened. Great capacity for understanding a goal for the palette which is just beginning to develop and be able to request without feeling at wits end. Always pleasant and always attentive."

Robert B. Walker

"Selection is wonderful and the advice is always good. Have me look good many, many times. Often spend less than I'd expected to as well."

Wayne Garcia

"Passion Selection Service"

Susan

"Super friendly, non-intimidating, very knowledgeable service by Bruce and Lucinda which is perfect for the wine novice and expert alike. The attention to unique and varying wines across the world make wine drinking fun! And the attention to 'value priced' wines - great wines at good prices - adds in the fun exploration."

Lauren Kitt

"They have a great newsletter with awesome wine reviews, entertaining stories, great wine-related products and recipes! They have a great selection of reasonably priced wines, and are very friendly & helpful. They have a nice gift selection, great gourmet foods, and even a wide variety of beers!"

Eric Campbell

"Great friendly service with a good selections of wines and accessories"

Yvonne Law

"I voted for The Wine Seller because of the quality of wines and information they provide."

M. Heiner

"Every time I have asked for their help selecting the right wine to serve with a specific type of food, they have been absolutely on the mark. They are excellent at matching wine with each course, or if your just enjoying an evening of cheese, bread and fruit, they will make the perfect selection."

Doug Mosier

"The best service around. Very knowledgeable about each individual wine they stock. They learn their customers tastes and recommend the right wines. Excellent wine store."

N Helland

"Humorous and informative weekly e-mail newsletters. Personalized service including making gift baskets."

Scott Miller

"Courtesy, knowledge, and attention to customer satisfaction"

Suzanne Jones

"They take time to talk to you and will recommend wines in all different price ranges. Great for people who want to explore some alternatives without breaking the pocketbook!"

Glenn Mackles

"The people who work there. They really try to make sure you have the right wine."

Debra Steele

"The always helpful staff is always on target. You can go in and say "I'm having pizza and would like a good, red wine for under $10.00," and they choose just the right wine. They always give their customers great advice, and a lot of "bang for the buck," in a helpful and unpretentious way. The Saturday tastings are great."

John Rybicki

"The Wine Seller has a great selection of wines in every price range. They have recommended many wines under $10/bottle that were so good that I ended up coming back and buying them by the case."

Pat Garverick

"Lovely shop with great people who are always happy to help me select wines for myself and for gifts. Lovely accessories. Excellent newsletter with informative wine and pairing information."

J. Simon

"Personal and thoughtful service tailored to taste and pocketbook. The wine seller has an eye for value over flash and the ability to introduce new and interesting wines its customers. "

Dorri Morin

"Lucinda and Bruce are incredibly knowledgeable about all aspects of wine! They are open and kind and do not make customers feel "less worthy" when they ask questions or solicit advice. They are quick to provide food pairing suggestions. They do not attempt to upsell their customers - they respect the price range a customer is shopping in. I love the fact that I can go in and say - can you recommend 3 bottles in x price range and I'm never disappointed. Plus, Bogie Rocks!!!"

Dave Blanchard

"The Wine Seller does a fantastic job of finding very good wines at remarkably affordable prices."

M O'Connor

"No pretense here, just friendly and knowledgeable service. Bruce and Lucinda are the best. They recommend great wines in all price ranges. Their monthly newsletter is witty and engaging."

Ben Miller

"Good selection, knowledgeable and personable staff."

Sarah Campbell

"The people who work at The Wine Seller are friendly, unpretentious and always very helpful. I can go in there and tell them what I'm fixing for dinner and what my guests are like (wine aficionados or people who will drink darn near anything) and they always make great recommendations. If you don't understand what they are saying about a wine, you can ask them and they don't make you feel stupid. They also have wonderful gifts and I use them for Christmas and Birthday shopping. AND, there's a dog in the shop. What more could you want."

Bob Naile

"Service, selection, sales and did I say service. A wonderful, personalized experience whether you purchase wines or just browse."

Jeff

"Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff, great selection of wines. They always have good moderately priced wines, too!"

Greg Wilson

"The proprietors know most customers by name, they recommend wines in price ranges you suggest, and to pair with foods you intend to serve. They actually listen and take the time to be helpful."

Frank Canzanese

"Every bottle of wine in the store has been tasted by the owner and his staff. And, the staff will help you with any wine choice, problem, question, you name it, they are there 100% of the time!"

Willie and June Taylor

"They always have a great selection of wines that run the gamut from expensive to very reasonable. So we are able to shop there without breaking the bank, and get very good choices. The owners are extremely knowledgeable and helpful, and get to know what you like. That way, they are able to offer new arrivals that we may find of interest. Also, they have a terrific weekly newsletter to alert us to events (tastings, dinners, etc) as well as suggest what tastes good and prices, so you can go in with an idea of what you want to try/buy. You always feel welcome, and are made to feel like an old friend, even when you've been away for a while."

Robin

"Always enjoyable to go there -- like going to a wine "library" or "31 Flavors" for wines (with more than 31 flavors of course!)"

Nancy

"Reasonable prices, knowledgeable staff, and personal service."

 Pam Fulmer

"I love their weekly newsletter - The winE-letter. It's funny, yet informative about wines. It also includes an interesting recipe with wine pairing suggestions. It's my Thursday morning pick-me-up!"

Kristine

"Of course that would be Bogart! Seriously, they know their wines and I can always trust their recommendations."

Doug Purvance

"Great knowledge by staff"

Rick

"The Wine Seller has one of the most knowledgeable staffs in the area. They are very helpful in assisting customers in their selections and do so without being intimidating with their opinions. A good wine selection, excellent tastings, and recommendations that run the gamut of the price scale - all lead to my selection as the finest shop in the area."

R Keating

"Prompt, polite service. Excellent knowledge of wines. A great place to browse GREAT CIGARS and HUMIDOR/ It's fun"

Jeff Boatright

"Bruce and his staff are the best at helping make purchasing wine a risk free pleasure!"

Andy

"Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great selection of "non cookie-cutter" wines at very fair prices. If you can't find it, they will!"

Dan Fiehtner

"Need a wedding gift?  Don't know squat about wines?  Need advice on cigars?  Looking for that versatile wine that goes with anything?  Want fantastic, yet inexpensive wines to choose from?  THIS IS THE PLACE!

Nancy Fiehtner

"It's like Cheers. They all know my name. They have very reasonable prices, great gift ideas, great wine suggestions and fantastic wines. I like their mascot too - Bogart the Basset Hound."

K.H.G.

"Knowledgeable staff, great pinot noirs and the resident basset hound!"

Lou Muscarella

"The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Great selection. Easy to get to. The store mascot, Bogart, is adorable!"

Julie Fifield

"They have our taste in mind. We rarely have a mediocre selection. Great wine choices! Great service!"

Gene

"Hands down - the finest portfolio of hard-to-find champagnes and Oregon pinot noir in the area: they've tasted them, they know them, and the pricing is superb. That shop has NEVER let me down on a recommendation for the five years I've been living in the Herndon area. I've grown reliant upon their expertise in helping me not just learn about wines, but in stocking my growing cellar. The Basset Hound is pretty cool, too!"

Betsy

"Outstanding customer service, and a true neighborhood shop we love to frequent (not to mention visiting their mascot: Bogart the dog)!"

Doug Bailey

"A great palate and good value wines from everyday to collectible along with individual attention"

Linda Lingle  

"You can always count on Bruce and the staff to help you find just the right thing --- even at a reasonable price."

Elizabeth Sherrill

"The staff at the Wine Seller are incomparable! They are friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. They always make thoughtful recommendations that match my needs, whether for the perfect wine to compliment a special dinner or just a "patio white" to sip on a summer evening. The Wine Seller staff foster a sense of community with their customers. They publish a weekly e-newsletter that's informative, very clever, includes a seasonal recipe with wine recommendations and a wine trivia quiz complete with prizes. The Wine Seller carries a wide variety of wines - my favorites are the off the beaten track finds that are great values. The holiday tastings hosted by the Wine Seller are not to be beaten. It's a great friendly neighborhood shop."

Michael Gildea

"The staff is extremely knowledgeable and share this knowledge freely. They offer a wide selection at a reasonable price."