Grippy Tannins

Grippy Tannins is hands down our favorite wine bar in Portland. Don’t let the understated exterior or the fancy neighborhood fool you — this spot is anything but pretentious. And trust me, I’m far from a wine expert! We’ve visited a handful of times over the past year (not as often as I’d like, due to their tricky hours), and every time, we leave absolutely thrilled with the experience. Lindsey is the heart and soul of the place. She is knowledgeable, approachable, and an absolute wine wizard. I’m always amazed at how she balances selling bottles, offering expert advice, and managing the lounge like a pro. She’s incredible. What really sets Grippy Tannins apart for me— aside from the chic, cozy vibe inside — is the unique setup. You can pick any bottle from the shop to enjoy in the lounge for just a $10 corkage fee. Browsing their shelves, packed with hundreds of options, is half the fun. We always end up with something amazing, and to this day, we’ve never had a disappointing wine. Bonus: they have plenty of great bottles under $30!

Lindsey is knowledgeable, personable. The wine and atmosphere are so relaxed and fun at the same time. Her knowledge and love of wine really comes through without being pretentious. Cannot recommend Grippy Tannins enough. Come on in and enjoy the good vibes. We love Grippy Tannins!

We had an absolutely incredible experience at Grippy Tannins, and it was all thanks to Lindsey. From the moment we walked in, she made us feel completely at ease. As novices to wine, we were a little intimidated, but Lindsey turned it into nothing but fun while also showcasing the fine art behind every pour. Her knowledge, enthusiasm, and warmth created a state-of-the-art experience—educational without pressure, engaging without being overwhelming. She guided us through different selections, making each sip feel special. If you’re looking for an unforgettable wine experience, Lindsey is the one to make it happen!

A relaxing experience . The cheese board was plentiful and there were many wines to choose from. Comfortable seating and quiet music. Very knowledgeable owner. There was a slight moment of confusion over the itemized bill, and the owner helped me work through it until everything was understood. I recommend a visit.

A superior wine shop and wine bar. The selection isn’t huge but it’s intelligently curated, with excellent wines at a range of prices. All the selections are distinctive, with no mass-produced industrial wine to be found. The staff is friendly and helpful for both novices and experienced wine folk.

If you’re looking for the best selection of wine or relaxing with a glass of two, there’s quite literally no reason to go anywhere else. Grippy Tannins has the perfect atmosphere, wine variety and educational repertoire for wine lovers of any background. Couldn’t recommend this place enough.

Loved this place. Lyndsey the owner is friendly, flexible, efficient, and tells great "wine stories" (terroir, producer, grapes). She is super knowledgeable and passionate. Everything is from small producers, generally low intervention. She has the classics in place, but if you want a slightly more funky natural wine or pet nat then you're also in good hands.

Grippy Tannins is a true gem! Lindsey is so knowledgeable and experienced with wines. She openly shares her adventures to the wine regions and helps you to taste some of the subtle notes of the curated wines she has chosen. This is a great place to stop in and have a glass of wine with friends or grab a bottle for a nice meal at home. Highly recommended!

Had a lovely Galicia Spain wine flight (can also make alterations for other wines on the menu if preferred) with thorough explanations provided for each wine and the process involved for creating the wine and mixture based on the region. Intimate lowkey atmosphere with peaceful music for a quiet speaking ambiance, absolutely will recommend to others on their visit to Portland!

We have been to Grippy many times over the last few years and absolutely love the vibes! A wine bar but more an experience, from the walls of wine to the knowledge of Lindsey this spot is spectacular. Further, I reached out to Grippy to procure a pairing for a private dinner celebrating a Birthday. Lindsey went above and beyond to coordinate with the Chef, find a great mix of wines that paired PERFECTLY with all courses we had! Cannot give a higher kudos and recommendation for Grippy Tannins to anyone looking for a wine stop in Portland!

really wonderful shop. Really really cool selection and welcoming staff. This place makes learning about wine far less intimidating! Love supporting small business, especially one such carefully and passionately curated.

Grippy Tannins seeks to make wine more approachable, even though they provide an abundance of options that have been carefully selected by Lindsey, the owner. The store allows for patrons to purchase bottles of wine or you can sit and select options of wine by the glass to sip on. There is even an option to do a flight of wine, which features a particular region, and Lindsey talks to you about the wine-making process and taste. I originally emailed Lindsey, as I wanted to schedule a tasting for some friends and myself. Lindsey was super responsive and was happy to accommodate the date and time that I requested. When walking into the venue, you instantly are taken into a modern boutique with bright lights, comfy furniture, and bistro seating. On each wall, there are various options of wine bottles to choose from. Lindsey quickly greeted my friends and I and prompted us to sit wherever. From there, she provided us with a menu of wines by the glass and the wine flights. She also said that if we wanted to peruse the store and if we found a bottle we liked, she could open it and we could drink it there. My friends and I opted for the wine flight. Lindsey was super fun and knowledgeable, however, she kept it approachable so that we could all follow along. Whenever we are in the Portland area, we are sure to come back!

Very cute spot with great ambiance. Lindsey was very knowledgeable and personable. I enjoyed my wines and even learned a couple new things during my visit.

Lovely space with interesting wines and a very knowledgeable owner. Great place to stop for a glass of wine before dinner reservations. Highly recommend.

Unique wine tasting and retail shop in Portland. Great selection and very knowledgeable owner who will walk you through a tasting or offer purchasing suggestions.

Owner is great! Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Wine is always delicious and they have one of the best retail selections around. The perfect spot in Portland to relax and enjoy a glass or bottle of wine with friends.

We wandered into this place by accident, but were SO pleasantly surprised by the experience. The owner was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and put together a fantastic tasting of wines. Would absolutely recommend for anyone who loves wine or is looking to learn a bit more!

My friend and I stumbled upon this tasting room while walking back from our day in the Munjoy Hill neighborhood. Grippy Tannins is located on a quieter part of Middle Street and about 3 minutes walking distance from our Airbnb. This wine shop recently opened in this past Spring. We were able to meet the owner Lindsay and she was so nice and knowledgeable about wines. The shop is open, bright, cozy, and beautiful. There are so many different wines in the shop from so many different wineries all over the world. Best part is the tasting experience. The menu changes each day. She offers a half or full glass of rosé, red, white, and limited wine to taste, as well as charcuterie and snacks. On both of my visits here, I had to try two glasses of rosé. Both were delicious, of course, and I love that you're able to taste and purchase a bottle that you may not have necessarily seen in a typical wine/liquor store. This is a great spot to obviously taste wine, but perfect for a date night, girls night, or the start or end of a night out! I can't wait to come back when I'm in Portland again!

What a fantastic find. A little off the beaten path all the tourist shops but still in walking distance. A wonderfully curated shop. Lindsey has so much wine knowledge and doesn't try to upsell you. She points you to wines based on flavor and interesting new finds, not just wines that are expensive. She's happy to chat with you and share her knowledge. What a wonderful way to cap off an afternoon of walking and shopping.

Great place, fantastic service. The atmosphere was great. The owner was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were a group of 8 with dogs and she was very welcoming. It was a great place to discover wine and learn more about wine making and the appellations. Would def recommend if you have any size party and enjoy wines. I wish I lived in Portland this would be our regular hangout place.

This little place is a GEM! Lindsey, Greg and Shay are knowledgeable and really lovely to be around! A must visit if you are walking around Portland. But a bottle of wine and open it there and ENJOY! Classy, elegant and welcoming.

Loved this place! Beautiful and slick store with warm and incredibly knowledgeable service. Check it out! It's mostly retail, but you can also taste wine at a small bar. We ordered the hummus plate as we tasted, and it was excellent. Can't say enough good - so glad this is in Portland!

Such a great place to visit. Perfect for wine connoisseurs or people who just want to learn more. The owner is super friendly and is more than happy to share her knowledge with you, as well as just casual conversation. Taste wine by the glass and if you fall in love you can buy a bottle. Grippy Tannins is a must for couples or groups to hang out and converse over a glass of wine.

Such an amazing place! Really great ambiance and a great menu for wine tasting. Went here with 3 friends and sat very comfortably. The wine menu was great and they explained them all-- then we chose 4 half glasses. We really loved it!

I was visiting Portland for New Years and after lunch went to Grippy Tannins. It was so amazing!! Lindsey is incredibly knowledgeable about wine, pairing profiles, and general life wellness. I recommend this place highly!! You won't be disappointed.

This is an amazing place! You are made so welcome here and the wine selection is excellent! There is a huge variety to choose from, including Austria, Portugal and Australia! There are also great red blends and table wines. Well worth a visit, very near to the Old Port.

Our daughters gave us a gift of wine tasting with Lindsey as part of our vacation. This turned out to be one of our very favorite things to do this trip. Lindsey worked hard to give us an outstanding time. She was incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating and also really fun and flexible! She asked for our favorites and our interests in advance and had a beautiful set up waiting for us. She spent ample time answering all of our questions and filling us in on interesting details about how and where our "individualized for us" wines were obtained. She explained how the environment the grapes were grown in and the methods of fermenting shaped the taste (i.e. the valley of a glacier and what effect it had on the mineralization of one of our selections). She brought out maps and showed regions. We learned so much, and every one of the wines was delicious. The wine and cheese tray was delicious and this was an incredible value for the money. Lindsey is a treasure!

Stopped in yesterday and was really impressed with the decor, wine, and especially Lindsey's knowledge of the wine. Great place!

I had a wonderful experience tasting different wines. The owner, Lindsey, was very helpful and pointed me to a variety of selections that I would enjoy and helped me find a wonderful wine I had on this trip so I could take home a bottle.

I was recently treated to a birthday wine tasting party with friends at Grippy Tannins, a great new(ish) addition to Portland's food and drink scene. I had visited the shop before and loved Lindsey - the shop owner, the wine, and the vibe, but hadn't realized they hosted parties, which was a really nice surprise! Lindsey recommended a variety of wines to taste and shared as much about them as we wanted to know while we drank and noshed on cheese and charcuterie, which was also available at the shop. The location is just slightly off the beaten path so you feel like an insider when you're there, which will be especially nice during Portland's busier months. This is such a great place for a tasting party or to stop in for a glass or to buy a bottle to take home -- highly recommend!