Passion Vines Wine Bar & Spirit Company

Unlike the other guy reviewing here - is personal preference a reason to dock points like seriously?

I don't mind Passion very much at all to be honest.

They have a discount club, sell lotto, cigarettes limited snacks like chips some cheeses and crackers candy and what not.
Not too much in the pre-chilled wines and champagne fridge--its pretty tiny.

Selection:
Definitely limited as the location is pretty small.  Expect only quick, top sellers here for both cheap and pricey choices.  For a quick stop on your way home or when you're not in the mood to drive further - its perfect.

Knowledgable Staff:
Ok I'd agree here that staff knowledge is pretty limited.   The time I did ask about a wine choice the guy gave me a generic "Its all personal preference - try it out and see if you like it" answer which is not what I was asking.  Then again another staffer was happy to give me his ideas on several IPA's which they do have a few decent choices for a small place.
Verdict - Definitely Friendly & Helpful - In terms of Knowledge its a definite toss-up depending on who is working at the time.

Store itself:
Small - feels a bit cluttered.  Do have a large bar in the middle for tastings or random folks stopping in for a drink.  Windows are plastered with signs and advertisements.

Prices:
As expected a bit higher on average by a couple bucks or so for same price items.  Green tag sale items are right around large store prices.

Overall:
Its another liquor store on the block.  Within 5 - 10 minutes there are at least 5 places to go but if you're short on time and this is closest no problems at all.
If you're looking for deeper savings on large quantities or more specific choices definitely go to Circle if your in the Somers Point area.