I love Cru Wine Shop. When I think about Cru, I kind of feel like Chris Traeger from Oarks & Rec, because it is LITERALLY my favorite wine shop in Charlotte.
Charles, the owner, is so friendly and welcoming. I've been here a few times and always feel right at home - and it's not just because they stock a lot of wine too. They have live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, but I've driven by a few times where it looks like they've got someone singing on a Tuesday. This is certainly a place for regulars. Charles has seen me walking my dog a few times (great little pet store right next door), and he said Thor is welcome to Cru anytime! Haha. I love coming here on any night in the summer, sitting outside and relaxing with a glass of wine.
They have a small food menu too - I highly recommend the quesadilla and the pimento cheese. :)