I used to live across the street from this wine shop in Seattle's Ravenna neighborhood (1994-2002)…read more They have another shop atop Queen Anne within walking distance from another former apartment. McCarthy & Schiering have provided one of my earliest introductions to an accessible wine education of which I am grateful. I had joined their wine membership eons ago, enjoyed the discounts, and kept up via newsletters, attending special events and periodic shop tastings on Saturdays. My last dedicated visit was last year on various sakés, and also bought some Malbecs (5/14/22). Recently, I had followed up on my March inquiry about a Leonetti merlot release last week. I was pleasantly surprised to receive a reply back from Jules (5/25/23). I lucked out on an available bottle. Guess others chose not to pick up or pay for their request. The bottle was a major splurge and now a worthy addition to my collection, as I had to give away earlier vintages to others. I'm glad that the pandemic and new ownership has been fairly seamless with McCarthy & Schiering remaining in business. Just updating my post. Highly recommended!

McCarthy & Schiering was the first wine shop for me in Seattle and that was back in 1994! Great to…read moresee that they are still around! There may be larger stores, but they pack a TON of quality wines in a small space here. With age comes relationships, and they have great relationships with premier vineyards in Europe to smaller producers in WA state. Do not be afraid to ask questions as they are very knowledgeable. They have frequent tastings as well, and as others have mentioned, they do have a club which has an initial fee. But what I like is that you can get discounts on a single bottle rather than buying a case.

I love this place. It doesn't get any better than buying local from here. I live a few blocks away…read moreand go here all the time. The couple that owns are phenomenal. Super friendly and always have great suggestions! Now for the wine.... They have such a great selection of wines and the owners have great descriptions and suggestions for a lot of them. I love how the shop is organized and it's a joy every time I go in there and talk wine, buy wine, browse wine etc.

I've been going to Portalis for years. I used to work in the local wine industry. Since Portalis…read morespecializes in imports and is a haven for small family vinyards -- this place is a marvel for me. The service is excellent - Jens and Julie are very knowledgeable but low key - letting you make your own discoveries unless asked. They are also wonderful people who share their love of culture and wine (as well as craft beers!) readily if you are open to dialogue. I suspect their wine club deals are very good because they have various sales making the more expensive products accessible and these sales are numerous - indicating a vibrant trade is in full swing. Today it is a rare thing to have such fine imports available at affordable prices. If you sign up for their newsletter, you will get a monthly reminder of their tasting schedule featuring beautiful wines. There is a small fee which is waived with a purchase. I'm always glad to see a small fee, it indicates high quality offerings and keeps the focus on quality rather than quantity. These people lack pretense, are generous and dedicated to their business. It is no wonder they have survived multiple decades and a pandemic. Drop by any day but Monday.

Such a fun place to buy wine. Luckily they are located next door to a butcher shop which makes it…read moreso easy to come in and find your meals pair. They even offer a membership that allows you to sample exclusive wines and attend other events. Big shout out to their workers for providing extravagant service. The only reason why we came in was because we saw the free wine tasting sign outside. One of the wines we tried was so delicious we had to purchase one to have at home. Half the wines we tried during the tasting were first timers for me. To clarify some of the wines were not barrel aged. Instead were made using other techniques. I honestly didn't know grape wine could be made in other ways. There's so many unique wines in this place. The interior reminds me a library, but for wine They also had a wall full of rare American wines. Like most places that sell wine, their wine is also sorted by location. I'm excited to pop this bottle open later to compare with our other rare find wines.

Wandering Queen Anne, the neighborhood my mother-in-law grew up in, we stopped by the butcher…read morethat's housed in the same building. We then stumbled into this wine shop for a free wine tasting. It's small but they carry a wide selection of wine, champagne, ciders, and more. The staff are friendly and knew many of the local patrons.

I was in town visiting from California and stumbled upon the cutest little wine shop called Mollys!…read more I was greeted by a bunch of locals & clearly regulars who were spinning some tunes on the record player, and enjoying glass after glass of natural wines. I joined the crew and had a crisp glass of orange wine (unsung hero). The vibes were casual the owner was super friendly, prices were reasonable and overall the vibes were just right! Would definitely recommend if you're looking for some wine on the go - or need to relax with a glass of natural wine. ** indoor and outdoor seating avail ** street parking only

Molly's Bottle Shop has some of the most robust wines in West Seattle. The days of driving to…read moreBallard are over and I'm so please I can continue purchase the grapes of wrath near my home. Molly's new location is between Admiral Way and The Junction and the bus can drop you off almost in front of the place.... My experience was pleasant. I was greeted upon entry. Didn't really have any questions so I'll come in again to explore but I did purchase a fine bottle which I will indulge later tonight.. Cheers until we drink again.

Fabulous independent winery tasting room in the heart of Fremont. Spanish style red and white wines…read morethat never dissapoint. Staff are always knowledgeable and friendly. There's a great patio as well for those warmer days.

The Chardonnay was great refreshing wine. The employees were helpful and the place is a great spot.read more

It's neither possible nor right to talk about Pomum without talking about its remarkable second…read morelabel, Idilico. Both are the children of Javier Alfonso, Spaniard and all around excellent winemaker. Through Pomum Javier crafts and releases an outstanding line of wines made from the sorts of grapes that you find in most Washington wineries, but Idilico is all about using the Spanish varietals that grow so well in Washington State. Starting with Pomum, there's usually a Riesling leading the tasting. The partner and I have tried several vintages and this wine, like all Pomum wines, is pretty dependable in style no matter what the year. Expect a very dry style with big fruit and mineral flavors. A recent addition to the tasting menu is a Chardonnay that shows excellent balance between vanilla and cream notes from lees aging and citrus from the grape. The reds will include a Tempranillo (pro tip: if asked whether it tastes like it's made in the Ribera del Duero style or the Rioja style, always say the former) and a Syrah, both terrific examples of their varietals. Finally, the tasting will end with the remarkable Shya. Shya is a red blend that varies in composition from vintage to vintage but always shows off Javier's skill as a blender. The 2012 is Cab Sauv dominated (I think around 85%) and is chock full of flavor with great balance between tannin and acid and all the chops needed to age a while. How about Idilico? Well, this is a second label, so the full line typically isn't available for tasting (though wine club members have a little pull in this regard), but if you can score a tasting, do so by all means. Representing whites they make an Albariño, and the reds include a Monastrell (a.k.a. Mourvèdre to the francophone), a Tempranillo and the best example of single varietal Grenache in Washington State (especially the 2013). Those are all great, but if you want great plus intriguing, Idilico has you covered with a Graciano. Usually used as a blending grape with Tempranillo in Spain, this little number is tannic and bold and is going to be amazing after a few years in the bottle (If you want to drink it now, pro tip number two: give it lots of air). There's also a "Roble," in this case a Tempranillo/Graciano blend with just a little time on oak that's accessible and easy to drink right now. I love both these labels, but I have to confess a certain weakness for the Spanish grape, so I try to pick up some Idilico whenever I can. Great wine aside, Javier has always hired great people to work in the tasting room. Mark, the previous tasting room host, was funny, personable and knowledgeable, and the current hostess, Kate, is an absolute delight. So at Pomum, you'll always taste the grape while in excellent hands. Bottom line: Check these folks out as soon as you can and be sure to taste everything that's put in front of you.

Lovely wines here at Pomum Cellars. It's located at the very end of Artisan Hill and when I say…read morethe very end, I mean, you turn where it doesn't look like there aren't any tasting rooms but yes, it's there. It's a hidden gem. My friend and I came here on a Sunday during our wine tasting day. We walked in and were able to be seated immediately, which was nice, since they only allow walk-ins. Reservations are not taken. The space inside was beautiful too. I really liked the style, as it had an industrial and modern feel to it. The tasting included four wines: chardonnay, tempranillo, syrah and cab sauv. All of the wines were solid. I don't usually like white wines, but the chardonnay was a nice surprise, as it wasn't as sweet as I thought it would be. It had a buttery flavor to it, which would go perfect with pasta. All of the reds were great, but I liked the cab sauv the best. It had great balance, but was robust enough. I'm glad we discovered Pomum Cellars as this was our first time here. Dogs are also welcomed and they provide treats! Pomum really is a hidden gem in the area, which is worth finding.

I've tasted some incredible wines at this place. I've had great date nights, hang outs with…read moregirlfriends and me reading a book in the corner evenings as well. I just wish it was open later.

**First to tip and first photo posted from Dec 2023 is from fellow Yelp Elite friend, Dawne F…read more visiting from Florida** When I last visited Bar Miriam next door back in Feb 2022, Queen Anne Bottle Shop was still being established. So fast forward two years, I had the opportunity to check out Queen Anne Bottle Shop on 3/2/24. I was greeted upon entry and given the low down on the wines offered. Looks like this is a combination of retail, but also a tasting area that offers accompanying food. It was nice to check out the refrigerated case, as well as, give quick glances at the variety and price points showcased on the shelves. I was on a mission to focus on Washington State reds and if possible from a particular Walla Walla winery. It seems there were other regional domestic and international labels instead. As another group arrived for a tasting, the retailer was now engaged with them. This allowed me to stop pondering a Cotes du Rhone on the shelf and depart.

I'm so grateful for this neighborhood gem. Gordon is incredibly helpful and helped me pick a few…read moregreat wines for my more modest budget. One of the wines was the best Pinot Noir I've ever had! Every time I go to a grocery store, I get overwhelmed by the wine selection and no one is particularly helpful. Here, Gordon walks you through some great options and is very patient. He also tells great stories of the wineries and his trips to France.

Wonderful intimate wine shop. Great customer service, tasted a few wines and left with a lovely…read moreChablis.