Astor Wines & Spirits
New York, NY 10003-7001
Phone: (212) 674-7500
- Cross Street:
- 4th Avenue
- Directions:
- R, W at 8th St; 6 at Astor Pl
- Best of Citysearch:
- Wine Specialty Store 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm
Editorial Review for Astor Wines & Spirits – by Melissa Kirsch
The Background
Novices and seasoned oenophiles alike will find much to rejoice about at this popular Manhattan wine vendor. Unlike so many pretentious boutiques, where mispronouncing a French label is a cardinal offense, Astor employs some of the most approachable staff around. The clearly labeled sections, wide aisles, and astonishing selection tempt customers to linger, checking out staff picks or sampling exotic vintages at one of the tasting nights.
The Appeal
Whether stopping in for an old standby or scavenging for a unique bottle from regions unknown, Astor's inventory is incomparable, including giant jugs of Carlo Rossi chablis, organic wines, rare Scotch, and everything inbetween. The store tops off its glass with its free newsletter that includes tasting schedules and sale tips.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyOn tasting nights, get 15 percent off wine or sake sampled in the store. Every Tuesday, a different region is discounted at 15 percent.
The ExtrasUpstairs is the Astor Center, an event space that also doubles as a classroom for the Culinary Insitute of America.
User Reviews for Astor Wines & Spirits
10/22/2007 Posted by kostasg
I bought a box of wine along with several other wines in May and opened it in June. The wine was oxidized although I had kept in a cool air conditioned place. I brought the wine to their shop and they refused to exchange it. I asked them why as the return policy allows for store credit and they answered "because we never exchange wine-only hard liquor"!!
Pros: Wide selection
Cons: Poor customer service, Terrible online return policy
02/02/2007 Posted by vreelander1
The ten under ten selection is one of the city's few real bargains. The only bad thing about Astor is that thye won't guarantee a delivery time, and get abraasive if you try to request one, even if you're call way in advance.
Pros: Good selection
Cons: Deliivery service expects you to wait around for them; only delivers in Brooklyn after noon, forcing you to alter your plans around them
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