News Summary
Shreveport is excited to welcome the first Total Wine & More store, located at 7081 Youree Drive. With over $2.1 million spent on renovations, the store aims to provide an extensive selection of alcoholic beverages. Once final inspections are complete, the store will open, promising a unique shopping experience that includes wines, spirits, and various specialty items. Total Wine & More already operates 285 locations nationwide, enhancing the retail landscape in Shreveport.
Shreveport is set to welcome its first Total Wine & More location, marking a significant addition to the city’s retail landscape. The new store will be located at 7081 Youree Drive in the former Conn’s HomePlus building, right next to Lowe’s. An interior renovation permit for the remodel was issued in May, with costs exceeding $2.1 million. The store’s progress is currently pending final inspections from all trades, which must be completed before a Certificate of Occupancy can be obtained.
The Certificate of Occupancy, which certifies that the building meets all applicable building codes and regulations, typically takes just a few days to process unless any issues arise during inspections. Once finalized, the store is expected to open its doors to the public, offering a wide array of alcoholic beverages and related products.
Total Wine & More has earned a reputation as an “alcohol supercenter,” featuring an extensive selection of wines, spirits, and beers. The company’s website lists over 5,733 different types of wine and 5,503 variations of spirits, ensuring customers have plenty of options to choose from when shopping. In addition to wines and spirits, the new Shreveport store will also sell beer, flavored seltzers, THC-infused beverages, and a variety of specialty gifts.
Additional Details on Total Wine & More
Total Wine & More is currently operating in 285 locations across the United States, with four existing stores in Louisiana alone, located in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Metairie, and Mandeville. The Lafayette store, which is already open to the public, boasts an impressive inventory of around 30,000 square feet dedicated to various products, including wines, beers, spirits, and snacks. The store features a staggering 8,000 different wines, 2,500 types of beer, and 3,000 varieties of spirits, catering to a broad audience with varying preferences.
Total Wine & More strives to accommodate all customer budgets, with options available ranging from under $4 to high-end products that exceed $4,000. Staffing at the Lafayette location includes about 50 employees who are trained to enhance the customer experience through engagement and wine-tasting events. These tastings are held at set times, including Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m., and Sundays from 2 to 6 p.m.
Customer Experiences and Store Operations
The company aims to provide not just retail services but also experiences that resonate with customers’ special occasions and celebrations. As such, the store will operate seven days a week, with business hours from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays. The focus is on creating an enjoyable shopping environment where customers can discover new products and learn more about their purchases.
Looking Forward
The opening of the Shreveport location of Total Wine & More is eagerly anticipated in the community, as it promises to deliver a renowned selection of products and a unique shopping experience. As inspections are completed and preparations finalized, the community awaits an official opening date which will mark the beginning of a new shopping destination in North Louisiana.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate: Total Wine & More in Shreveport First in North Louisiana
- Wikipedia: Total Wine & More
- The Advocate: Total Wine & More Sets September 23 Opening at Baton Rouge Location
- Google Search: Total Wine & More
- NOLA: Total Wine Opens in Metairie with 70 Jobs
- Google Scholar: Total Wine & More Business Strategies
- The Advocate: Total Wine & More Opens in Lafayette This Week
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Total Wine & More
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