The Wine Merchant

This wine store is small but cute. We were a little confused on how we could grab a drink when we entered so we had to ask one of the employees. There is wine and beer on tap or you can split a bottle. The amount of seating available both inside and out is limited. We ended up grabbing a glass of wine and a bottle to take home. I think that the service could have been a little bit more welcoming initially but overall we had an okay experience.

If you aren't getting your wine here and supporting a local business you're missing out. I usually go in and tell them what we'll be eating and let them know wines we like and ask for recommendations to try something new. I've never been disappointed with wines they suggest. Love that they don't always suggest pricey wines either. This store has wine that will fit just about any budget. I can't wait until they start doing events and tasting again. I came for a ladies night event before and it was great!

Love this place. The folks who work here are amazing! Cameron and Justin really know what they are talking about and they seem to genuinely care about each and every customer and to ensure they find the wine they are looking for. Bonus points - they have beer and wine on tap for consumption in store, and you can also have a bottle and drink without a corking fee! Pre Covid, they also have complimentary wine tastings on Saturdays. Although It's a little further from where I live now, the service and variety makes it more than worth it to head that way on an weekend and grab a few wonderful bottles from some wonderful people.

Fun, low key place to get some A+ recommendations that absolutely fit the bill! Outdoor seating is the cherry on top!The person working recommended a GREAT Chardonnay and I don't even like Chardonnay. If you could put summer in a bottle-- that's the one!

There's no shortage of wine shops in the area.But the Wine Merchant is my go-to place when I need something more than the 12.99 special at Harris Teeter.They're great about ordering bottles I'd they don't have what you want in stock.They have frequent tastings, both beer and wine.They have a few beers on tap, and it's a nice spot for an early happy hour...note - they close at 7 in the evening.But what I really like is it feels like family. The same staff has been there since I can remember. Stopped by this afternoon for a nice, robust red for Turkey Day, and was able to try a few nice Italians. From $15 to 30, so nothing crazy priced.

Went in to check out the Wine Merchant and the majority of the wines ranged from $10-20 dollars. I opened up a bottle of wine I picked up that was recommended by Justin and it turned out to be so good! I am excited to try the other bottle I bought. I will definitely be back, thanks for the great service!

I ran across The Wine Merchant while doing some holiday shopping. I have a friend who likes wine as her beverage of choice and thought I would get some holiday stocking stuffers for her there. When you walk in, it is not a fancy elaborate setup, but a simple shop nicely spread out in the space they have. Most of the wines are in wood cabinets and racks in the middle of the floor, so they are easily accessable to peruse and look at. They have a great selection of wines. I am not the guru of wine tasting but I do have some now and then, and I liked what I saw of their selection. Wines can be found by type as well as geographical location. If you are looking for a good bottle of wine, I'm sure it can be found with their selection.The staff, very friendly, even a bit humorous. One noted I was looking very hard at every little item and accessory as well as the wines, and announced "this man is on a mission!" One, I liked they had a good sense of humor and two, it told me I was noticed. They are positive and helpful from my experience there.Overall I'd say give them a try if you are in the mood for some wine to take home or wine accessories. By the way, my friend loved her gift items, so looks like it's a winner.

When you dine at a 2 Stars Michelin restaurant, which employees some undoubtedly fine sommeliers, but you get your recommendations from your local wine shop before you go. Kurt and Justin are THE BEST. I won't shop anywhere else. Selection, price, and amazing service!

Another amazing customer experience - ordered online at 5pm and soon after received delivery same day! Kurt is the essence of customer experience and am so grateful for his service.Blown away!! Thank you Wine Merchant of Cary!

The Wine Merchant is the friendliest wine store you'll ever come to love. Friends congregate here for a glass of wine or beer, open a bottle from the shop to share, or occasionally bring in food to share, or even invite their dog (well-behaved) to socialize. Tables, wine and beer taps and a TV in the back create a nice social atmosphere, where you'll see familiar faces happy to welcome a new acquaintance or folks enjoying the big game. Their weekly tastings (most Saturdays from 12-4 pm) are always a nice time to come in and get a feel for the shop.Now, about the service...Kurt and Justin have spent years curating relationships with small producers and their distributors across the globe to bring us unique wines in every price range. They're happy to help you find a wine to pair with your next cooking occasion, and are very considerate about choosing wines in your price range (mine is modest). They'll also help you pick out a case if they've learned your tastes, or even choose a case for you, when you're enjoying time with friends.Kurt and Justin support the idea that learning about wine makes you enjoy it more, and allow customers to bring in unique wines collections to open and share with patrons. Cya at the Merch!