Love this place! Katie and Dana are great and always hit the mark with their suggestions. I usually grab a bottle (or 2) when in town and they have an incredible selection. read more

We have been going to this wine shop even when they were in Palm Desert 5 years ago. The owner Katie is a certified sommelier and the entire staff is knowledgeable and super friendly. Two tastings a week plus they offer a great wine club and we are members. Forget the other shops and go here!! You will be happy read more

A nice mid-sized wine shop if you're looking for a decent, curated selection of wine not typically found in the big-box stores. I spent 15 minutes perusing the U.S. reds section, departing with a Napa Cab, a Bordeaux-blend, and a Petite Sirah (the touted red blend missed the mark, imo, but the other two were great). I have a "market basket" of commonly available wines that I use to assess pricing, and my quick assessment is that the prices are reasonable here. If I ever get back to the area I will stop by to sip some wine at the counter (or outside if it's nice!) with the proprietor. read more

I am always grateful to find natural wine when traveling. It's not always easy, but a quick search led me to Desert Wine Shop. I called the store to confirm before wandering in. Turns out this place has a robust selection of natural wine! I was so pleased to find one of my favorites, Iruai, along with other intriguing bottles. There was even a wine tasting when we popped in around 5 pm on a Friday, and a healthy crowd had gathered out front to enjoy some drinks in the sun. Beyond the natural wine selection, this little local spot was packed to the gills with other options. Love to see it! Grateful that more spots are carrying natty wine and eternally grateful to have found this one! Looking forward to returning. read more

Super friendly staff and great shop! It was our first time visiting and we really enjoyed chatting with the ladies working there. They're very knowledgeable and friendly :) read more

The atmosphere, the wine selection and the amazing owners! I love how welcoming they are and I enjoy getting to meet new people. read more

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This place is so cute! Great wine selection and very helpful/friendly staff. They host unique tasting experiences. Weather permitting, a nice patio to enjoy a glass. My favorite is the "last chance" wall, you can snag some fun stuff there and get a good deal: read more

A locally owned shop that provides quality and knowledgeable service. They hold tastings twice a week and really cater to locals who enjoy good wine and meeting new people. Highly recommended. read more

This shop has very helpful sales staff and a great selection of foreign and domestic wines.

Just moved to the area and found this gem here on Yelp. Went for a gift and was really happy with the customer service I received. She loved all I gave her, so that's a win. Can't wait to go back for some of their tastings. Will certainly be frequent customers. read more

Great customer service and recommendations. Their Friday tastings have become one of our favorite date nights in the dessert.

This place and owners are the best! I visit them every time I am in the desert and Katie is always so welcoming and so is Dana if she is there. They have introduced me to new wines and it is always fun to hang out at their little bar to enjoy conversation while trying new wines. I have met some nice folks too. I love location and how welcoming it fills. read more

We've been patrons of The Desert Wine Shop on Hwy 111 in LA Quinta for over 3 years. We really enjoy a smaller locally owned business, not a "big box" version. The Desert Wine Shop has superior customer service, extremely knowledgeable of their products and features twice weekly tastings that offer a selection of wines from around the world, superior to a winery club that offers only their own wines. We've experienced quite the variety, always in good company, with friendly, knowledgeable staff. We'll see you there! read more

Truly a gem in the desert. A great selection of wine with something for everyone's taste. The Desert Wine Shop stands out for two reasons. First, their Tuesday night and Friday night wine tastings are amazing! It's a chance to try something new and learn more about the wines you're drinking. Second, the team at the wine shop is the best. You'll feel like family when you drop in. It'll keep you coming back again and again! Cheers! read more

Knowledge and Experience. We had a girls trip and much R&R with some alcohol, stopped by this Wine Shop and the guy there helped us out through and through. Not knowing what is good, we asked him to collect 12 red bottles of red and 6 bottles of white. He made a nice choice of selections and our party was a hit.. people loved it. Thank you. Will recommend! read more

Would love this place even more if they delivered to Ohio! That being said they have great $5 wine tastings and the patio is perfect for sipping and relaxing with friends. Kate was so knowledgeable and helped us understand the different wines. If you want an amazing selection of wines shop here. read more

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Love the level of knowledge and choice of wine. Very reasonably priced for the level of service to help you find what you are looking for. Amazing selection of wines you can't find in larger stores. Why drink the same wine twice when so many to try!!! read more

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Wow! What a treat it was last night, to visit the Desert Wine Shop on 111, for the first time. Immediately, upon entering the shop itself, naturally invited me in. I was also immediately greeted with a welcoming smile and the offer to assist. I perused a bit, making a selection on my own, but with such an impressive selection of wines, I inquired on some other red options for a Cab. I was promptly assisted and offered a sample of Silver Ghost, Napa Valley 2022. Oh my, it was absolutely delicious and said 'I'll take it!'. At check out, I discover it had been the owner, Katie Finn assisting me. Truly, an incredibly delightful, engaging and kind human. This Desert Wine Shop is now my #1 go to, and I'll for sure be joining their Wine Warriors Club!! Thank you Katie, for the awesome overall experience of your fabulous shop!! read more

I've stopped in the Desert Wine Shop a few times. You will find recognizable labels but many others to choose from also. I think the selection is well curated. They know their wines and bubbles and I love asking for recommendations. They are very helpful and knowledgeable. It's always an enjoyable experience and I look forward to going back. Cheers! read more

What a delight! I wandered into this shop randomly after finding it on google. Happily, they were having a tasting event. They have them every Friday and Tuesday. The store was packed with people, and the two ladies pouring were very knowledgeable. It was two dry rieslings and 3 syrahs, for only $10. The wines were delicious! Met some fun and interesting people, and the owner turned me onto a fabulous and inexpensive bottle of South African white, and I bought one of the syrahs from the tasting. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Hands down the best wine shop in the valley. Thoughtfully curated and never disappoints. Will always come home with a fascinating bottle or six. You can also pop in for a tasting and light snacks! Do yourself a favor and peruse the napkins. If you don't giggle, you may be dead inside. read more

In La Quinta, a wine oasis exists with local owners that treat you like great friends. The wide variety of wines are well curated by the owner. Prices rival any other store. All staff are knowledgeable and can assist you on your selections. Old world and new world wines plus beer and cider. Great website that displays a fully updated inventory, wine tastings and a wine club. 5 stars read more

Love the service and the knowledge the staff have about wine. They also have fun wine tastings two nights a week. Highly recommend supporting this local store. read more

Katie and her team run the best wine shop in the Coachella Valley offering a unique, extensive collection of wine for all price points and tastes. While wine can be an intimidating topic for some, at Desert Wine Shop you will never feel intimidated but rather you'll be greeted warmly and offered guidance to choose the perfect bottle whether you're looking for a choice for a drink poolside or the accompaniment to a special occasion. Cheers! read more

A hidden gem! This shop, which appears tiny but contains a large inventory, is a delightful find. On Tuesdays and Fridays (call ahead to confirm schedule) there is a 4p - 6p tasting of 5 wines for $5. The sommelier, Katie, was incredibly informative and knowledgeable. While this is not Costco or TJoe's, it isn't going to break the bank. And those places don't allow for getting recommendations and advice. There is a great selection of reasonable priced wines amongst the high end options, and it's clear that a careful curation went into choosing the inventory. The people who run the shop are lovely and enjoy answering questions. By signing up for a membership you get discounts and other benefits, and with each purchase you can earn points toward benefits. A new favorite! read more

This is the best wine shop! Friendly, knowledgeable, caring and funny staff. Great selection of wines at all price points - literally something for everyone and great value for money. We love going to Desert Wine Shop on 111 for their tastings. We inevitably meet new friends and run into old ones, all while being introduced to new and fabulous wines. They also carry some beers, etc. for those who *gasp* aren't into wine. read more

The new place is great ! You can sit down have a glass of wine and snacks . If you're a wine lover come by get a glass of wine and a snack and buy some bottles . The staff is super knowledgeable on their wines . Highly recommend desert wine shop . read more

New location in La Quinta is much more spacious & the customer service is consistently stellar!

I happened to be having lunch across the street and saw this unassuming place. I wanted to get a bottle of wine for my mom so I could maintain my best daughter status by supplementing the already perfect birthday present I had purchased. Dan was very cool and extremely helpful. I had a vague idea of what my mom liked, sweet white wine .... and he had several good suggestions. He explained why each was good. I was looking at a rather expensive white and he steered me away to a far less expensive bottle that he thought my mom would like better. We ended up walking out with a couple bottles of wine when we went in with the intention of only buying one. You can tell he's a man that knows his stuff, he loves wine and he wants people to be happy with their choices. There were a couple of customers there when we got there and I sensed they were regulars. Easy parking, great friendly helpful and not pushy service. I thought it was great. read more

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love their wine tasting. good selection of wine. their knowledge of wine is impressive! plenty of parking will definitely be back

fun, knowledgeable staff, great wines for reasonable prices, friendly and fun people at wine tastings, plenty of parking

Got recommended to come here for wine tasting on Friday. Boy was I glad we heard about this. The wine selection and pricing is amazing here. I'm a big total wine fan but they beat them on pricing for some wines I checked. Had unique wines from all over the world. The wines we tasted were all amazing. I ended up joining the wine club since the value was so good. The place is smaller and was busy during the tasting hours but everyone was really friendly. 5 dollar tasting fee on Fridays only. Free for members. I look forward to spending more fridays here and getting some unique bottles of wine. read more

Recommended by a wine enthusiast in Yountville, CA. The Italian selections are very good. Found a Foradori Teroldego Vigneti Delle Dolomiti IGT MezzoLombardo '16 made by Lisabeta, who is recognized as having rescued the Teroldego from extinction and brought its cultivation/enology to the front of the global wine stage. Cheers to Louis/Dressner Selections for importing. Also picked up Abbazia Di Novacella Stiftskerei Neustift Kerner Alto Adige Valle Isarco doc '18, as Kerner is another of my favorite varietals, more typically found in blends. This is 100%. Desert Wine also carries Godspeed Malbec, Mount Veeder, Napa '12. It may be the best Malbec made in the U.S.. Larry Stricker and company keep on knocking it out of the park. While at a premium price, it is well worth digging a little deeper for Clif and Kate have created a fabulous program, club, and events program here, well worth following. Save your receipt for discount corkage at Il Corso ristorante on El Paseo in Palm Desert. read more

The new location is a wonderful place to enjoy carefully selected wine and beers. Grab some rays or sit in the shade on the outdoor patio. Tasting bar inside is spacious with yummy wine snacks or I'm told we can bring a pizza or sandwich to enjoy outside with our glass of wine. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Desert Wine shop has a bottle for any budget and even sourced a special case for me from Valle de Guadalupe Mexico! Support Local small business y'all. read more

Great selection we had dropped in to get a bottle of wine for dinner with friends. Her recommendation was great. A wonderful Sancerre definitely recommend this shop for wine purchases the prices were reasonable read more

My husband and I stopped in while on vacation in Palm Desert. We came in on a Tuesday for a $5 tasting. What a steal! We tried about 10 different wines, the theme that night was "bubbles". Everyone was super friendly and knowledgeable. Another customer tipped us off to a special deal with a local restaurant (Il Corso) that only charges a $5 corkage fee if you show your receipt from Desert Wine Shop. The tasting was mostly locals, but everyone was welcoming to us tourists. We wanted to take back a couple cases of wine that we can't get at home, so we returned during a less busy time. The guy that helped us (sorry that we did not catch his name) was so great! We told him our price points and what we typically enjoy. He was knowledgeable about which wines were small batch or don't distribute to our home state. So far the bottles we have opened have been spot on recommendations. I wish we had a shop like this near us! Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area! read more

Excellent service , delicious wines and the owners knowledge is a huge bonus! We appreciate the reasonable pricing and variety .

This is a small wine shop lacking flair and pretentiousness. Basically, wine in boxes or stacked on boxes allowing a simple foray around the store and the wine that is available. There are some wines for the upper crust when it comes to cost but most of the wines are for us commoners. We have taken advantage of some deals as it's always fun finding that NEW wine from an obscure vineyard. You will notice some prominent names and there will be many you do not recognize. Ask Dan for help and he will guide you. There is a decent range of whites and reds. read more

Well stocked, easy to find items. Use along with the App to find best prices and specials.

Selections include wines from all over the world. Katie the wine buyer and sommelier really knows the wines. Tastings every Tues and Fridays. Great fun wine club!! A must to check it out read more