This place was brightly lit up, welcoming and colorful as soon as you walked in!! I stumbled upon here wanting to see what was across the way! & it's a Wine place!!! . They had every wine you could choose from. The lady was so nice! She greeted me immediately asked if I needed help I was just in amazement! but I told her I'm just looking around, she said well if you need any help at all please let her know. It was reds, whites rosès etc . There were several rooms in the back and a spin around it was colorful and wine in every section. Beautiful art works which I believe she said it's an art gallery upstairs sometimes I'll have to recheck that. everything was neatly placed, they have Wine tastings, it's pretty cool and a chill vibe here. I'd surely recommend this place especially if you're a wine person. read more

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Always a wonderful experience. Great wine and fabulous customer service. The Saturday sparkling wine tastings are always fun. Lisa is well versed in wine and great to deal with. read more

Excellent selection with a variety of price ranges. Lisa, the owner, gives great recommendations for whatever budget I'm looking for depending on the occasion. I love that I can find something delicious and high quality under $15. We also love her tastings and always leave with something new and surprising! Shopping local is the best and places like wine gallery 108 are why!! read more

This wine shop is the cutest--you HAVE to check it out! The vibe is super cozy and the staff are so sweet. It just has that warm, welcoming feel that makes you want to stay a while! read more

Cannot recommend this shop enough; great selection of wines and friendly service. So cozy & quaint inside and there are wines for every occasion & budget available. This little shop has a lovely neighborhood feel that's inviting from the moment you enter. If you request to be added to their mailing list, you'll receive updates on their tasting events and sales. read more

The owner is the nicest person and the store is so so cute. They have a good collection of wine and the prices are good and affordable!!

Amazing local wine shop! Lisa is so knowledgeable and generous with her time. She has helped us pair wines with dinners and parties. Highly recommend the monthly wine club - tried wines we would have never purchased on our own. Love the atmosphere! read more

Lovely anesthetically. I visited for the 1st time today. I found several wines I wanted to try. Unfortunately, the older woman there (came off as if she's the owner) made my visit inhospitable and made me feel unwelcome. I was going to return for the wine tasting but decided not to give them my business. read more

My favorite wine shop in Northern VA! A beautifully curated selection of wine in the heart of Old Town.

Absolutely love Wine Gallery 108. It's not a large shop, but there are a solid number of wines available. The best thing about the selection is that they're not carrying wines just for the sake of carrying them - everything is fantastic, and carefully chosen for the shop. I highly recommend joining the monthly wine club. I have tried some truly unique items that I would have never thought to choose for myself. Lisa and her team are wonderful, informative, and super friendly. read more

Not only does Wine Gallery 108 curate fabulous wines, craft beers, and gourmet treats, they also hosts some fantastic events and pop-ups in the upstairs space. I held a surprise baby shower this past weekend at WG108 and guest messages have been flying today about how great the event, wines selected and space was. The Nepenthe Gallery pop up and nibbles gave guests fabulous art to enjoy while waiting for the guest of honor to arrive. We hosted during the wine tasting hours Saturday afternoon so that was an added bonus. There's something for everyone here. I'm so grateful this boutique, woman owned business exists in our community! read more

You will never be disappointed, the selections are fab and curated from an amazing shop owner (Lisa). Thank you for expanding my palate beyond California. I love that when my friends come in to buy a gift for me, you persoanlly remember my taste!! read more

Can not rave enough about the selection and service here ! The thoughtful recommendations were spot on, and the price - well, it was much lower than I expected. I'll definitely be back for more ! read more

I have visited this fine wine store on multiple occasions and continue to come back for the great service provided by the manager and owner and because of the unique wine selection offered. Edgar, is extremely customer service focused and ensures that his customers leave the store satisfied with their wine selection and purchase. He is very knowledgable on the different wines and pairings and has an ease to recommend when hearing what the customer is in search for. This place if in King street off the corner of Patrick and the wines you find there are not easy to find in any other places in the area. He has bottles for great prices and all different tastes. The environment is very inviting and the service offered and expertise is what makes for an extremely pleased customer, me! If in the Old Town area, don't pass up on making a stroll into this gem, you will be very satisfied you did! read more

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The owner Lisa knows her stuff! You tell her the food you're eating and the people you'll be with and she'll pick out the perfect bottle for you. They have a wonderful shop fully of meats, cheeses, & other assorted goodies you'll need to try. It's a wonderful shop with a great selection. read more

An amazing store! Tiny but packed to the rafters with interesting and tasty wines to suit all budgets.

After getting my hair washed & blown out ( I am the queen of that indulgence, believe me), I learned that TLC's next door neighbor was a wine shop!!! Although the vintage shop that did occupy the space was nice, I spent more at Altura in 15 minutes than I ever did at that store! Altura is a much better retail store. Yesterday, I immediately went inside, all giddy & excited. Anna greeted me and told me all about the store. She is very friendly and knowledgeable about the gourmet store's offerings. Christmas was still in the air because they were doing an Italian wine tasting in the back room. I couldn't walk there fast enough. The representative told a lot about the wines and I bought three of them, along with 2 great cheese spreads that were being sampled. The prices are very reasonable as well. This is a wonderful addition to Old Town and Edgas Salinas was very kind and welcoming. He is the Manager. They just opened so they will continue to expand their selections of beers, wines, gifts & foods. I look forward to the upcoming tastings and becoming a regular there! read more

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A truly lovely woman-owned small business. The selection here is vast and creative (and delicious!). Lisa and all of the staff are so nice and helpful. I've been a wine club member here for over two years and highly recommend it if you live in the area. Stop by WG108 during your Old Town adventures, you will not be disappointed! read more

My husband and I were looking for a wine shop and stumbled upon this place. It's more of a restaurant than wine shop. I felt a little awkward perusing their wine selection literally having to scoot behind tables of people eating dinner..but they were really helpful and I found a really interesting Italian wine. read more

Stopped in Wine Gallery 108 to grab some wine for Thanksgiving this year. Lisa, the owner was so helpful and gave great recommendations. The shop is in such a cool building! read more

Charming wine shop and art gallery! Excellent selection of wines, and Lisa always makes the perfect recommendation. Hasn't disappointed yet! read more

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New owner Lisa is so friendly and knowledgeable! Helped me find the perfect bubbly rose for my party! Le Grand Courtage... try it! The store is gorgeous, clean, inviting and filled with everything the wine connoisseur needs! Free wine tastings on Friday and Saturday so definitely stop by if you haven't! read more

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The staff there know their wines and guide you to exactly what you're looking for. The wine tastings are always interesting and fun. Small shop but a WIDE selection and the personal attention is very much appreciated. read more

Hands-down, an awesome local wine shop! Great wines, friendly and helpful owner and the best customer service in old town! This evening I stopped by when Lisa was locking the store for the night. Without skipping a beat, she re-opened the store and handed me a Chianti and insisted that I pay her the next time I'm in the store! BTW The Chianti she selected was excellent read more

Hopped in for a bottle based on Yelp reviews. Very friendly knowledgable. Prices were reasonable with a small but well curated selection.

Knowledgable owner with a great selection from different regions. It's great to find good wines, but even better when the owners share the same appreciation for it. They are able to keep record of your purchases so if you forgot the name of something you liked in the past they can easily recall it for you. I'm excited to see them in the neighborhood! read more

Altura is a wonderful neighborhood wine store! Edgar, the owner, is friendly, helpful and always ready with recommendations. There are variety of wines and price points, making it an excellent place to get a wine for a Friday night or something special for anniversaries, birthday etc. Altura also stocks a small selection of beers. You can't go wrong here. read more

Cannot say enough good things about Altura. The owner, Edgar, is fantastic and so helpful. He is really good at helping you learn more about wine in a fun (never condescending or snooty) way, gives great recommendations, and encourages you to try new things you'll like. They stock a lot of interesting wine that you don't see everywhere else and the wine club is a great chance to get a handpicked selection each month of new stuff with suggested pairings. read more

Awesome wine store and customer service. The wine selection is excellent and the prices are reasonable. Just fantastic.

Beautiful Establishment, feels like one is entering a Colonial Style Garrison House. The Wine selection is absolutely amazing and they even have delicious Crafts Beers as well, for sale. The Staff is unbelievably helpful and they guide you through the whole Wine Selection Process, offering recommendations according to one's own taste and liking. This place is an absolute must! read more

Great little wine shop off of King Street in Alexandria! Yummy wine finds at a reasonable price. I was especially happy to see The Fablist wines! read more

Needed some wine for friends while visiting Old Town. Was grateful to come upon Wine Gallery 108, as the selection was novel, and reasonably priced. Knowledgeable staff helped select what I needed, and the choices were a hit with the dinner party. Wish I had a place like this in DC! read more

Love this shop. Always able to find something cool and unique. All pricepoints. Excellent vibe with great art too!

Great and unique wines. Superior service. Excellent advice. There is nothing bad that I can think to say. The owner and his team are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to selecting a wine for any occasion. I make it a point to go back time and again to take advantage of and support this fabulous store. read more

I was so impressed with the Lisa's, the owner, vast array knowledge of wines and her unique selection. She even gave me good advice on the pairing of steamed clams with a white wine that was truly compatible. The shop is so charming and the artwork is stunning that I know this will be my go-to place for exceptional and reasonably priced wines. read more

Absolutely love. In this crazy and homogeneous world, I can't get enough of unique, quaint, small local business especially when they have amazing customer service and wonderful product. Love stopping in to catch up with Edgar, try his latest suggestions and always walk away happy. Beautiful wines in an totally unpretentious atmosphere. It's a must visit and you will soon be a regular! read more

Change of owner. Old favorites not there and the New owner is unwilling to order them. Seems to not want my business very much, if at all. This used to be my go to spot for wine, but not anymore I guess. I talked to her about ordering two white wines but she was disinterested. So I went down the block and ordered it there and gave them my 230 dollars. read more

A fantastic neighborhood wine store! Lisa's considerate demeanor makes searching for the right wine to pair with dinner a delight. She also features a high-end beer selection that is outstanding and seasonal. This neighborhood store has a selection quality that rivals a large chain store, but with the personalized touch that only a small store can offer. read more

Edgar is great. You can buy a great bottle for less than $10 or if you please you can spend $50. The selection is interesting and thorough. Old Town has needed this place for a long time! What is better than supporting a great local small business!! read more

Choice wines with excellent descriptions and price points noted. Wine tasting understaffed. Once a customer makes a decision to purchase, the tasting table is deserted. Hmm.. for those waiting to learn more and possibly purchase the wines featured. Nice location. read more