Wine Library
In my previous post about my trip to New York, I mentioned going shopping in New Jersey on the way to upstate New York. That venue was Wine Library, a wine (and beer, liquor, deli) shop in Springfield, NJ, just west of Newark. The director of operations there is Gary Vaynerchuk, son of the founder and self taught wine expert, who hosts a video blog (Internet TV show) which is quickly becoming famous (infamous). His unique approach to wine tasting and wine appreciation has earned him spots on Nightline, Ellen, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. Gary’s blog, Wine Library TV, has quickly become one of my favorites. I’ve added a couple of widgets over there to the right in my sidebar showing the latest episode and below that, the last 5 wines reviewed on the show. I hope you’ll check out the show and enjoy it as much as I do.
Oh, by the way, the store was fantastic, the staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, and this was on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, so things were absolutely crayzeeee. I had to park a couple of blocks away. I also did run into Gary, but he was chatting with other folks, so I didn’t want to butt in. I was shocked…shocked at how low the prices were on everything as well. I don’t know if it has to do with the tax structure up there vs. here (I’m guessing not…New Jersey??) or just the more competitive market, but I spent a little over $100 and brought 4 wines, Tanqueray Gin, vermouth, an 8 pack of draft Bitburger Pils, a six pack of a U.S. craft brew, pate de fois gras with truffles and some really outstanding Italian pecorino cheese with truffles up to my brother’s place. Well worth the side trip, and I hope to get to do it again. Highly recommended.