Violet Wine 2435 Marshall Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418

"erica is absolutely incredible, so knowledgeable. my bf and i go in once or every few weeks with specific dishes we’re making and she always gives us the best recommendations and at a great cost. she always considers and asks our budget as well as considering what flavor profiles are in the food we’re cooking and how it’s being prepared. 100000/10 love this place so much and want it to thrive forever."

"I can not say enough great things about this place. The staff is so wonderful, knowledgable, and excited to tell you about the wines and spirits they carry, especially when it comes to local options. The wine tastings on Fridays are a wonderful end of the week treat as well as also being informative and allowing me to try wines I might not have ever tried otherwise. Overall, I’m just so happy and grateful they are in the neighborhood!"

"Fred (the owner) is arguably the most knowledgeable man when it comes to wine that I have ever met. An incredibly kind soul who has personally curated the most eclectic and interesting selections that you could find. An absolute knock out of a shop! Great for a bottle of wine or just a great conversation. Highly recommend."

"This place is a new, Northeast gem. Where to begin? To start, you can find every kind of spirit here: aperitifs, sake, beer, vermouth- whatever its category, you'll find it here. There is a delightful section of NA beverages for those interested in virgin cocktails. Their selection of wine and spirits is vast with an emphasis on supporting environmentally conscious companies who have established themselves from the ground up. Fridays from 5-9 they host wine and spirit tastings. Their staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. Whether you're a connoisseur of sorts or not at all and simply want to come in and try a few beverages, they make you feel right at home. On Tuesdays afternoons you can come to one of Erika's cocktail tutorials and learn how to make it at home. Though this is a wine and spirit shop, it feels much more like a new spot in the neighborhood to connect and mingle. All the stars for Violet Wine!"