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"Though the trove maintained by proprietor Matt Franco can include scarce references like Quintarelli or large-format Raventós sparklers, the “rare” in the shop’s name often refers to overlooked bottles he champions—untrendy but delicious options such as a Pouilly-Fumé, a fruity organic Treixadura from Galicia, or an outré Gamay from Oregon’s Color Collector. With just over 100 bottles at any time, staff are emphatic and adept at pointing out the strengths of every selection across price points." - Hugh Merwin