VW is Nashville's unique place to purchase wine, especially for those wanting to get off the well beaten path of California Cabs/Chardonnays or Australian bulk wine.\r
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Their business model works best for the case shopper that signs up for the frequent newsletters. Hoyt searches through the major wine reviewers and offers highly rated wines along with their reviews before they reach the store. Customers can place their order and pick the wine up in the next few days. By doing so, he is able to take advantage of economies of scale and offer great wines at a reduced price without the overhead of a large floor stock.\r
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Most of the negative reviews cited here concern the staff demeanor. I've been there over a hundred times and 90% of the time find them engaging and helpful. Hoyt can be occasionally moody, but then so can I. I have always found Raymond to be gracious and concerned that I have a positive shopping experience.
Pros: Unique selection
Cons: Not for the Yellowtail shopper
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