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Dale Williams
 
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Default Online New Jersey Retailers?

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(J Derby) writes:

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>I am in need of some decent wine, which is difficult at best to
>acquire in my lovely state (Utah). Wine is only distributed in
>state-run stores, and as such, storage is a serious concern. I want
>Champagne and white Burg, both of which fade quickly in poor
>conditions...which leaves my only option as mail order. Utah has
>strict laws, and most will not ship here because of that, save NJ. I
>am aware of popswine and supercellars, but have any of you tried
>others that have worked out? I am interested in selection, but more
>importantly storage quality, and lastly price. Thank you.


Forgive a slight quibble, but Pops is actually in NY.

I have done online ordering from 3 NJ retailers:
Gary's (garyswine.com will lead you to Wine Access) - ok prices, never heard
any concerns re storage (Madison store is cool during summer), can be good
deals if sale items or w/mixed case discounts. Probably best selection of
Burgundy overall (though come to think of it I've mostly bought reds there)

Wine Library (winelibrary.com) - I've bought older bottles, no problems. Same
general price structure as Garys. A little more oriented towards hot "points"
wines.

Supercellars- I tried based on a rec here. Got a mixed case. '97 Chablis
showed no storage issues. I've heard someone say they were leery of their
storage, but no bottles I've seen show issues.

Bertinelli's is supposed to be good, I've never tried.

I agree re white Burg and Champagne being most delicate. I buy80 % of my white
burg and 90% of my Champagne at Rochambeau, as it's local and I have 100%
confidence in them.


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