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The best wine shop in Hartford county is now also the best wine shop in Litchfield county! I've been going to WOD in West Hartford for years and I was so thrilled when I heard their plans to open a 2nd location in Morris CT. They have completely renovated a 2-story farmhouse (formerly a package store). The first floor is home to carefully selected wines and a temperature controlled fine wine room, plus a gigantic fridge for craft beers. the second floor is home to fine spirits and a lovely space for classes and events. Jacob and his team are incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about wine and spirits, but most importantly, they know how to treat their customers and cater to individual tastes. I'm so thrilled WOD is now closer to home, but my wallet might not be (ha ha :D).

Let me add my kudos to those of many on this site. I needed to find somewhere to buy wines after having someone who is no longer in the area help me for a long time. My former helper suggested Jacob and the crew at The Wise Old Dog, and this was supported by online reviews and friends. WOW, were they all right. This place is a gem and as other have said, everyone there is dedicated to helping (including the pups!). This place is the Zabars of wine here... incredibly well set up and comfortable and a place that, like the staff, is there to help you. Jacob is so knowledgeable but not at all pretentious (I know NOTHING about wine) but felt helped, not lectured to. The rest of the staff were also friendly and helpful.

Hands down the best store I've ever been to. Not just the best liquor store, but the best customer experience I've ever received. Jacob, Thomas, and the rest of the staff know every bottle on their shelves and will give you an honest, fair, and spot-on recommendation for any occasion. They are also invested in their customers and will remember the types of wine or beer you enjoy and have other recommendations available based on your preferences. Additionally, their tastings and education events expose you to wide variety of wines from regions around the world often with the wine producers themselves or experts in the field. Cannot recommend this place more.