The Hi Time Wine Cellar in Costa Mesa is the largest, most impressive wine store that I know of in Orange County.

Founded and family owned since 1957, the store has more than 10,000 wines from different wineries and vintages. The store boasts to have one of the largest temperature controlled wine cellars in the United States and I believe this.

One of the first things a visitor will notice is the friendly and knowledgeable staff. Each of my visits has been expedited because the staff knew exactly where the product was that I wanted. In addition, I have always received excellent recommendations for similar wines.

Next item of note is the vast selection of wines but there is more. As one ventures farther into the store, you will discover the expansive walk-in cellar lined with exquisite wines of many wineries and vintages.

Outside of the cellar and a level down, is a wine bar that is a nice upscale venue for sampling and enjoying the many vintages with fellow vinophiles. The socializing is an added, unforeseen benefit to patronizing this establishment. Hi Time Wine Cellar offers a bulk package to join in on the frequent social gatherings and tastings.

The Hi Time Wine Cellar also offers a large selection of beer as well as an impressive tobacco area.

This Orange County store has a large walk-in humidor filled with a variety of cigar to satisfy any aficionado as well as loose flavored pipe tobacco.

Years ago, I purchased a beer brewing kit from Hi Time Wine Cellar. The kit came complete with a book that detailed the history of brewing as far back as Ancient Egypt. I enjoyed the home brewing experience. The resulting brew that I created was so hearty and strong that my father took home most of my product. Oh yes and he had to call my brother to pick him up because he could not drive!

Hi Time Wine Cellar
250 Ogle Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(800) 331-3005
http://www.hitimewine.net/

Hours of Operation:
Sunday 10am -7pm
Mon-Wed 9am-8pm
Thurs-Sat 9am-9pm

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