Geana N.
Yelp
Tucked away off a less-traveled down ramp into the heart of Pike Place Market is a quiet and inviting wine bar with an amazing view of West Seattle, the islands and sound. New since November 2017, the proprietor (Cameron) is personable and a fun chat about starting and maintaining the bar and its sole source for wine, White Heron Cellars. It carries small bites of charcuterie sourced locally, as well as chocolates and cheeses (soon), also local creations. The wines are currently a unique sampling of white varietals (Roussanne and Amigne) and a rosé and two regional reds (Malbec and Pinot).
The view from the window bar is a place to sip, be inspired, to contemplate the universe, or watch seagulls roost or hand glide on the wind. It's not difficult to imagine sidling up during a thunderstorm and watching the show with a friend or loved or one's own thoughts and a well-worn journal.
The price point for the wines are shockingly reasonable. A glass of wine will cost $5 - I recommend the Roussanne for the full body, fruity yet ever so slight tannins (which I typically shy away from - my tummy isn't a fan of tannins). The Roussanne has a delightful full mouthfeel like a vibrant red, yet brings a rosé-like brightness that makes it and the view of the Puget Sound feel like they were brought together by the stars -- much like a full-bodied Pinot Noir and a good rib eye steak.
Please visit (but not too much; I'd like to keep it for myself) for a fun chat, a beautiful view, Janis Joplin in the background, and last but not least a very unique, tasty wine that can pair with a view of the Olympics as well as, if not better than the charcuterie.