I stopped here to find a nice wine to bring to a friend. Not only were the staff friendly, they…read morewere knowledgeable AND they left me alone to explore without being solicitous! I found a lovely Portuguese red blend for $9, that was 25% Syrah, but ended up going wonderfully with a -- yep -- delicate pork tenderloin. Some reviews I found indicated the staff were neither friendly nor helpful, I found them to be both welcoming and helpful! They have quite a collection, including a rare Scottish' whiskey that is from am island to the west of Scotland. I hope others give them a try.

One of the most depressing stores I've visited…read more I recall once stopping in here two years ago; I recall buying Calvados brandy and gave them points for having that. They seem to have an ample amount of hard liquor. I do remember being skeevied out about the store. I so dislike the nearby Wine Reserve with it's thin, unimpressive stock at severely inflated prices --with an exceedingly rude staff adding insult to injury-- that not in the mind to loop through Delmar to Slingerlands I thought I've give this a try as I wasn't in the mood to drive down Feura Bush, up Elm and Cherry, to take 104 and then 85 N to get to the only actually good liquor store in the Town of Bethlehem. The store has a huge amount of inventory --undrinkable inventory. It is about 99.8% plonk that I'd never drink -- even if served at a public function when you expect the wine to be mediocre. But, as you traverse the crowded aisles you are struck by the dank smell, the old stained carpet and the inescapable sense that you have really, really, really dropped your standards being in this store. They carry all the cheapest brands, the kind of wine that you drink solely to get drunk because you are indifferent to wine as a beverage. Walking around you are also struck by how dirty the place is, and an uneasy feeling about who you might encounter in the cramped, narrow aisles. I identified the worst possible French, the worst possible Italian, the worst possible California, the worst possible Northwest, the worst possible Argentine, the worst possible Australian and New Zealand wines. Of course the New York wines (let's face it, NYS does not produce great wine) were the bottom of the barrel (pardon the pun.) And then, I found one singular wine that was decent -- a Spanish albarino. It was about $2 more a bottle than the excellent liquor store in Slingerlands, but it didn't require driving an additional seven miles so I gave in and bought it. Of course, the salesman fit the store: while looking unpleasant I didn't imagine he was security. It seemed unlikely he'd rip himself from the television to which he was glued in order to give pursuit if someone attempted to bolt from the store with a $7 bottle of wine. Suffice it to say, no matter how much you want a drink, this is a place to avoid.

An incredible disappointment. The location is great: nice strip mall, ample convenient parking…read more Easy in and out. The physical store is lovely: clean, well lighted, great shelving. The Inventory is severely limited. Examples: only four French white burgundies (e.g. Chablis; aka Chardonnay.) All mediocre: no Macon, no Puilly Fuisse, no Premier Cru, no Grand Cru. An equally disappointed array of Red Burgundies; a thin selection of Bordeaux. Astonishingly they do (did) carry a suburb French rose (Tavel.) It must have been unwitting luck. No recognizable (good) California wines. The chardonnays, the Zinfandels, the Pinot Noirs, the Sauvignon Blancs (aka Fume Blancs) are all from undistinguished wineries. Microscopic selection of Oregon wines (perhaps one good Pinot Noir). Btw, apparently they don't realize that Oregon and Washington are noted for their Chardonnays... Spanish: no Albarinos; no Rubera del Duero... Goodish small offering of Chilean and Argentine wines (btw, Malbec is THE best wine from Argentina, yet they had more Argentine cabernets...) Really, really, really poor selection of sparkling wines. Relative to the rest, this isn't a place where you're going to find an array of single malt scotches, or brandies or cognacs. The liquor selection is decidedly middle brow. Okay, so you're in Glenmont and you understandably don't want to go to Mayone's (yuck) so you come here and settle for something that they do have. Well don't expect any customer service. Salesmen are curt, uncommunicative, not given to saying thanks. If you are in their "wine club" you'll need to remind them/they won't ask. In fact, you'll probably need to remind them that they are supposed to give you a discount if you buy six bottles. And, even if you are the only person in the store and they have nothing else to do, they will not waste any time exchanging pleasantries -- unless you are a younger woman. And please explain to me why they can handle every single bottle of wine you purchase but can't put those bottles in a bag for you. The answer is that they don't want to be bothered (now COVID is a convenient excuse.) Despite the settling and the physical store, the jello shots for sale on ton the counter define the place, as well as other rock gut on shelves adjacent to the entrance. I really don't know why this place is pretending to be a purveyor of fine wine. Their rent is paid by selling box and jug wine and novelty bottles of cheap liquor. What a wasted opportunity. Good service might compensate for the lack of greater inventory/an excellent selection might make up for rude service (thing Empire Wine.) Unfortunately, if you want a good bottle of fine and don't want to go to Albany, you'll need to drive around Delmar and head to Slingerlands.

Great selections at competitive prices. Staff is always helpful and affable. Can't wait for them to…read morestart tastings again.

This place has a great selection. I can't believe the unique and hard to find small batch and…read moremicro brews they stock. Great prices in the more common brands too. They are very knowledgeable if you need an IPA for a guest when those letters mean absolutely nothing to you. Each time I have been they carried out to my car all I purchased and made sure to ask if I needed ice. It's closer to the City of Albany than people think. May be closer than Colvin .....

Love this place! They have everything you can imagine and if by rare chance they don't they have no…read moreproblem ordering it for you! The store is huge! I love the walk in cooler. Being a beer lover with a gluten allergy this place really makes the mark. Normally you'd find one thing and it would be a hard seltzer, I've tried 11 new gf options from here and for vegan friends they are also vegan and have a ton of vegan beers! Always friendly. We had our ice for our reception bar from here too. Prices can't be beat

For years this used to be my go to wine store. Sadly, the wine inventory has dwindled and there's…read morenot much to choose from. My favorite wines have been out of stock for almost a year. I stop by once in a while, hoping things have turned around for the owners. It's still not looking good.

Really nice spot in Delaware Plaza. We normally visit Empire Wine when we need adult beverages in…read morethe Albany area, but stopped in here since we were already nearby to meet friends for dinner. They have a nice selection of NYS wines and liquors right when you enter the store and they had some selections from my favorite wineries in the Finger Lakes (although, sadly, they don't carry Ravines). They also had some nice selections of Garnacha from Spain. I scored two reasonably priced bottles ($10 and $13). The store is well laid out and the checkout person was super nice. I would most definitely return here next time I am in the area.

Based on the Yelp reviews, and this being a small locally owned business I was prepared to really…read morelike this place. Alas, what a disappointment. I went on a Saturday late afternoon, and a crowd of older people who have gone to seed was crowding a tasting bar where free wine samples were being poured. As I perused their wine selection a seller invited me to taste wine; the large gang greedily dominated the area where the wine was being poured and were well lit, loud, and uninviting. There was no way to break in and it wasn't welcoming. Some came and went but none were buying anything; they were there for the free taste and free grub. As I looked at bottles of wine I was almost mowed down by a woman who lumbered in, grabbed a hunk of bread and spinach dip that she failed to wipe off her face, and muscled up to get a free drink (she quickly returned later to feed some more.) It was quite a spectacle. Frankly, I was pretty grossed out. It wasn't the scene I expected in Delmar. The wine selection is quite thin; the spirits almost non-existent. I did buy a few bottles of wine; I've opened two: a Macon which is mediocre to bad, and an Argentine pinot noir which was simply awful. Neither was inexpensive. I can only imagine the Chablis I bought will be equally bad. The saleswoman was pleasant, if disinterested. She was civil but while not busy her priority was getting my card rung and me on my way. It's a mystery how this place stays in business.

The Michael M. review is so off in both tone and particulars that it should be completely ignored…read more Jim's tastings are a joy to attend. He thoughtfully selects wines that typify a region or a type and ably expounds on them with grace and wit. As to the attendees having "gone to seed,". Mr. M is apparently ignorant of the truism that wines and people improve with age . It is a fun, intelligent, knowledgeable and gracious group who welcome all.

It's a good liquor store but recently the ownership has changed and they got rid of the 10%…read morediscount. I know it's not a huge savings but at least it was a nice discount for someone who goes their alot

This store has great prices plus gives you a 10% discount wine coupon from our local Market 32…read moreplus they have a inhouse club for more money off after the purchase of so many applicable bottles purchased . The best part when u walk in you are greeted with a friendly face and they are so helpful. They always carry out and are so nice and friendly making you feel great. Consistent great customer service !

Steph my driver was amazing ! great selection of products I recommend the white claw vodka plus sodaread more

Greg, bob, and Tyson three extremely genuine gentleman that cater what wine your specifically…read morelooking for. Whether it's your very first wine, to a customer specific request, they will help you find the bottle of wine you're looking for. These three gentleman do not push you to purchase anything, they're easy going and friendly. They host wine sampling nights on Friday evenings. Update: 7/30/2018 Even after moving out of center square, I still travel down here from Saratoga Springs to purchase my wine. This store is a hidden gem, it may not be as big as empire wine or all star wine and liquors in Latham, but it has all the hard to acquire, high quality selections that nether store offers. For example, I can not obtain the 2014 Domaine Eden Pinot Noir anywhere else but Capital wines. Other stores sell the more expensive, the same vineyard Pinot noir but from the Santa Barbara location. This year marks their ten year anniversary in business, and they provide such a inspirational selection of high-quality wines, it's my personal favorite wine store when I'm buying wine for someone special, cheers :)

Awesome neighborhood wine shop! Small selection, but lovingly cultivated with some lovely higher…read moreend choices as well. Staff is also warm and welcoming. Can't recommend it enough!

This one of the weirdest liquor stores I've ever been in…read more All of the bottles are kept behind glass and I think they take cash only. It's run by very sweet and beautiful Eastern European women. you should check it out for yourself sometime, just for kicks. They don't have very much of a wine selection though.

It could be called a tradition that my brother picks me up from the airport/train station and we…read morehead straight to Diana's before going to his house. My brother is loyal to this small establishment and I can see why. There is a large variety of wine and liquor available and the prices are entirely reasonable. I was talking up sweet tea vodka to my brother and he said that he didn't think this place would carry that but they DID. Wow. I can't see him/me changing liquor stores in Albany anytime soon.

Came by on the late Sunday afternoon at 5:15. All online sources indicate that they're open until 6…read morepm. Even their door sign says 6 pm on Sundays (notice the lit open sign). Well, I discovered they close at 5, not 6. Wasted my time coming here - very unprofessional, should have some indication on the door.

This Store is Awesome and Convenient I Shop here 3 Times A…read moreweek during Lunch Pick-up my Wine & Liquor and Save Time after work .. There Friendly to ME and often get in New Things if Ask for them.. See you Guy's Friday ...