Glengarry

I’ve been coming to this local-​chain retailer ever since I first visited Auckland, many years ago, and Glengarry continues to be my preferred vendor of wines, for many reasons.
First and foremost, the quality of the staff, at each of the locations is most positive. Though this location is where I purchase the overwhelming bulk of my wines, and have actually stored many cases of wine here for years at no additional charge, I have visited many of the area stores, and have consistently found the staff to be knowledgeable, friendly and helpful at all locations. Obviously there is a positive ethos inculcated from the top management and it carries throughout.
The selection of wines, obviously heavy in New Zealand wines, but also from every part of the world attests to their thoroughness in offering their customer what they desire. In addition, they offer an extensive selection of spirits, most notably, whiskeys, also from all over.
Prices are most fair, and usually undercut what the wineries offer for sale at their cellar door by 5−10%. There are always specials, based by promotional buys, etc.
Gift wrapping is available and graciously promoted at no additional charge. Credit charge usage does not incur any additional fee.
This location has recently installed a full-​service café to satisfy those caffeine and pastry cravings.
Parking is ample, both on their lot and on the street a few steps from their front door.

I am so totally not a classy wine drinker, I mean I drink Coruba for Pete’s sake. That should tell you something.
I ventured into Glen Garry’s whilst looking for a present for my mother’s birthday coming up, who is a classy wine drinker.
The shop assistant seemed knowledgeable enough, and managed to find a suitable bottle of plonk for mummy dearest, from the reputable wine region of ze Hawkes Bay.
There was quite a collection there, from the pricier French Wines all the way through to the cheaper homegrown stuff.
They even courier all their product nationwide for a measly two bucks fifty.
Prezzie sorted!