This is the most amazing wine store I have ever been too. Self declared as having no bad wines. A miracle! This is a place where I spend at least a couple hundred bucks a month (used to), albeit mainly on common table wine. But last week I thought I would splurge for my birthday and asked for something upscale, but reliable in that they had confidence in the quality of the supply chain. I ended up buying an $80 Petite Syrah which was near vinegar. Being a regular, I felt like I had to say something, not to mention having lived outside the Rhône region in France, where I experienced real Syrahs for several a years. When I told them this was not a debate about the quality of the wine, but rather that it was simply bad, I was told that all of their wines are good because they have other customers that like them. To quote: "All of their wines are on the shelf because someone likes them", therefore no bad wines, just differing palates. How convenient. I wouldn't even think of debating subtleties in N Andover, but when something is so bad that is undrinkable at $80/bottle, only an utter moron would keep quiet. BTW, this experience was all after providing the respect of temperature acclimation and decanting. So long story short, they have decent prices for table wines, but it you are looking for something upscale, don't waste your money. And whatever you do, don't be bamboozled by their pseudo sommeliers. read more

Do yourself a favor and head to this place for a free wine tasting on Saturdays. The staff is extremely knowledgeable & enthusiastic (especially love terry) and enjoy sharing information and insight. I've learned a lot about wines just by attending these tastings and I have found some new favorites along the way. I always buy wines as a result...Speaking of which, their prices and selection cannot be beat! read more

I shop here often, feeling it's the BEST stop for the finest wine along with the best prices. The staff are always knowledgeable and if you need/want assistance, they are always willing to help with a recommendation. I've attended several of the weekly tastings.. They are wonderful & informative.... especially when paired up with a food establishment or vendor. It can get a bit crowded depending, but I've never felt pushed or rushed. Also there's never any pressure to make a purchase.... However, with the excellent wines they select for you to taste, try not to! read more

This is a nice place. Great selection of wine & only wine. Don't go looking for the cold beer on the back wall or the rum isle because this is just wine. Good prices. However I don't go there for the prices. You might do better out of state. I go for the selection. They have everything. You can spend under $10.00 or you can go much higher should your budget allow. Wine is set up nice, easy to browse & it's all labeled & priced clearly. This is a big store and you might feel a bit overwhelmed. Don't be afraid to ask for help. They have frequent wine tasting and a nice monthly newsletter. The walls and overall space seems a bit cold and during the wine tasting it might be difficult to find someone to help you, but those are my only negatives. Plenty of parking & located right on Main St in N Andover. If you like wine it's worth a look. read more

Wine ConneXtion - Wineries Near Me - North Andover, Massachusetts

From the outside, Wine ConneXtion may just look like another stripmall liquor store, but one look at the prices will tell you that's not true. Wines are hand selected by Sam Messina (owner) for both taste and value. All the wines are cheaper than your local store, and many are cheaper than driving up to the New Hampshire state liquor stores. The best part of Wine ConneXtion is the labels on each wine. Sam takes a lot of time to provide as much information on the wines as possible - not just a description of the wine itself, but hints on whether to drink or hold on to the bottle and what foods to serve it with. If you're still not sure what to buy, just talk to Sam or the rest of the staff. If I could bring Sam home with me to talk me through every bottle of wine I drank, I'd be a wine encyclopedia. read more

This is a great place. The wine is plentiful, diverse, and very well-priced. Most bottles on display are accompanied by a nice description of the wine's notes or whatever and what tastes good with that wine. Very helpful for novices like myself. I tried 4 new wines based on their recommendations/descriptions and I ended up really liking 3 out of 4. Not bad! The workers are very warm without being pushy. I only subtracted 1 star because they don't sell beer or liquor. (But there is Main Street Liquors nearby if you need other boozes.) Highly recommended! read more

Sure they may have a "good" wine selection, it may be clean, and located in a good part of town, but these are not the only things that make a good business. Great customer service and taking an initiative to help all those that walk through your doors are what make a business stand out among the rest. This was not the case for my first time experience @ wine conneXtion. The cashier (or maybe he was the owner) was extremely rude and his response to my question was condescending. I didn't step past two feet into the store and left right away. Granted, I may have been that ONE person who had ONE bad experience at a store, but again EVERYONE who steps through those doors becomes a potential client and you need to be painfully aware of that fact. I for one will never go to this store again because of my ONE bad experience. These are the kind of things that turn customers away from a business and I seriously hope that the staff at wine conneXtion get their act together. Otherwise, we are better off going the extra distance to a more professional and knowledgeable establishment to get our wines, spirits, etc. read more

Stopped in here after grabbing some lunch at Boston Chowda Co and was really impressed! There was a fantastic selection of wine, a very knowledgeable staff, and a wine tasting... probably my fave part haha. But all jokes aside, the wine tasting a was a great way to try and pick some great wines I wouldn't have other wise chosen. Okay, now here is the most important part, the prices are FANTASTIC they take pride in their prices be cheaper then NH and I'm pretty okay with that. Definitely would recommend stopping buy if your in the neighborhood! read more

Been to Wine ConneXtion plenty of times and love them mostly for the good prices. Came in today to do a little wine tasting. Chris was behind the bar and behaved like a condescending douche. Chris, your job is to make wine more approachable and accessible,and not to be a pompous A hole. There's plenty of wine stores I can go to with decent prices. You won't be getting my business again. read more

This store was a great find on a recent excursion to run an errand in North Andover and if it was just slightly closer to where I live, I would probably forget Kappy's ever existed. Not only was the store impeccably clean and organized, but the wines I typically buy for $8-12/bottle were consistently $1-2 cheaper here than at my more local purveyors. It was a quick stop in here, so there's really not much more for me to comment on, but my excitement over discovering another place to stock up on cheap(er) wine prompted a five-star review. read more

Good prices on mainstream wine. Don't expect any great cellars wines but this is a great place to stock up for a party. Oenophiles will not be impressed. read more

today was my first time here. went in with my husband.. when we first walked in all we could smell was deli meat.. quickly saw there was a wine tasting gathering there.. everyone was happy,, talking, laughing. and enjoying wine.. i wont take away a star for not having other liquor.. as it is called the Wine Connextion... the prices were good.. some bottles that we are familiar with were 3-5$ cheaper than the stores we shop at in chelmsford. staff was friendly.. and clean... it was a little "industrial" as far as decoration.. or atmosphere.. but then again.. we are there to buy wine and take it home to enjoy.. so i would not say to much about the decor. looking forward to enjoying a few glasses tonight.. always tasting better when you can save a few bucks.. especially these days. read more

This store is in the back of the shopping center where CVS is located and is hard to see from the road but worth looking for. The selection of wines are varied and the prices are very good. Sam the "wine director" is great and extremely knowledgeable. When I needed to restock my wine cellar, I just asked Sam to make the selections based on my preferences. If you need a special wine, Sam will make you happy. read more

Sammy and the staff at the Wine Connextion are knowledgeable and can provide great recommendations. Their prices are WAY BELOW the NH liquor stores so this is a great place to stock up. They have tastings every Saturday that are a great way to expand your wine knowledge. read more

I stopped in with a great friend this past weekend to sample some Pinot Noir's during there weekly Saturday wine tastings. I learned a lot about the wines and the regions where they were grown. Of the 7 samples I tried, I ended up buying 3 of them and also picked up a bottle of Chardonnay in the store for dinner later that evening. read more

I recently made my first visit to the Wine Connextion, and it won't be my last. I was blown away by the huge selection and the great customer service. The staff was really knowledgeable and helpful. Loved the tasting machines that let you sample wines for free! read more

The main reason that I love the Wine ConneXtion so much is not only because of the wide selection of wine at EXCELLENT prices, but every time I have stopped by the staff has proved to be so knowledgeable on all of their wines, and they genuinely care about their customers/want them to get the best deal for their money. Told them what I was looking for last time I was there, sampled a few, and boom- found the perfect pinot nior. This place is so much better than your average liquor store, a true gem! read more

I was preparing for my first "grown-up" dinner party and realized I know nothing about good wines or food/wine pairings. I stopped into Wine Connextion because of it's reputation for being high quality while remaining inexpensive. Not only did I walk out with some seriously cheap bottles, but their staff was so helpful as well! They gave me basics on food/drink pairings and gave me great recommendations. A bonus to my whole experience is that I dropped in on a Saturday afternoon and got a free wine tasting, too! They said they have different tastings every Saturday, so I am definitely planning on going back to try some more! Overall great service and selection while not breaking the bank. Thanks Wine Connextion! read more

Wine only at this store. No beer or wine. The prices are great being about 30% less than New Hampshire State stores. I have always found the staff to be friendly and helpful. The owner is usually present. He has great knowledge of the wine business and will special order for you. The free tastings every Saturday are fun and informative. Wine Connextion and Rapid Liquors in Stoneham are the two best wine stores on theNorth Shore. Go nowhere else. read more

Yesterday I went to the store for the first time on a recommendation from a friend. Full disclosure, I am a professional in the wine industry but did not identify myself as such. I purchased a bottle of wine ( a wine which I had personally blended and marketed) and a high end bottle of bourbon. I had questions about the whiskey and the salesperson could not have been more helpful and knowledgeable. This is a perfect example of what customer service is all about. I will recommend this store to all. Great Job! read more

The Wine ConneXtion has a great selection with good prices. The staff is very friendly and the weekend wine tastings are a nice touch. This is the store I have missed the most since leaving North Andover--I havne't been able to find a wine store as good since I moved. read more

Everytime I come here I get assisted right away. The staff here is so helpful. I wasn't a wine drinker but have always been interested in it. Krista always helps me pick out my wine and it's because of this kind of service that I will continue to come here. An added bonus is that the prices are great too! read more

Great selection and most times it's even cheaper then the New Hampshire liquor store or Market Basket in New Hampshire

My go-to wine shop, even though I live in Newburyport (with at least four wine shops)! Sam is very generous with the weekly tastings and is genuinely a great guy. Don't miss the grand tastings - these are UNREAL. Sam has a wide and diverse inventory - if you want a decent $8 wine, or have an urge for Caymus or Cakebread at great prices, this is your place. It's just awesome, and to me it's nice to not have beer in the store - more room for wine! read more

For wine lovers, I don't quite think that there could be a better place to recommend. Anytime I ever have my car in MA, I will make special trips to the Wine Connextion, especially during the grand tastings. On an average visit, you can expect to be greeted by pleasant and extremely knowable staff, who truly aims to make the most out of your visit. Not only are the prices great, but they are truly unbeatable when it comes to finding great quality wine. If you come in looking for something very specific, but cannot decide between brands, any given staff member will be able to tell you the exact difference between each brand and what you can expect. You can truly count on leaving the store with a great quality wine for an amazing price. read more

So impressed! Wine Connextion is so clean and organized. The selection is reasonably priced and so diverse! The staff is so knowledgeable and can help you find anything you need! They even sell this wine that restores 100 oysters per bottle right here to our endangered oyster reefs in Massachusetts called The Oyster! read more

Was in here last night. Great staff, very helpful. My wife loves this place.

I am sorry someone had a bad experience with costumer service. I have only found the staff to be very friendly and very helpful. Along with great prices and selection. All around good experience for me. read more