adjective
1. A structural component of wine that provides character and texture and frames your drinking experience.

noun
2. A wine shop and tasting lounge in Portland, Maine.

our story

Grippy Tannins’ mission is to make wine more approachable by creating a space to learn about and taste small production wines from all over the world before taking them home to enjoy.

Through a beautifully curated selection of wine, we hope to introduce you to exciting new wines and passionate emerging winemakers that keep you curious and wanting to taste more.

Find us in at 16 Middle Street in Portland’s East End neighborhood.

TASTE

Grippy Tannins wine shop and tasting lounge in Portland’s East End neighborhood features a curated selection of wine from classic regions around the world. All of the wines we have in stock are available for enjoyment in our tasting lounge or for purchase to go. Whether you want to buy a bottle or two for a gathering at home, or taste a few wines in the shop – we’ve got you covered.

For in-store tastings, we have a rotating list of wines available by the glass and 1/2 glass and feature a curated flight that changes weekly. All bottles in the shop are also available for purchase to enjoy in the lounge. Cheese plates and charcuterie boards are offered to enjoy while tasting in the lounge.

Custom tastings are available for groups of 4 or more. For these tastings, the lineup is customized based on your group’s preferences or interests and you are formally guided through the flight of 5 wines. Custom tastings must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance.

To make a reservation call the shop at 207-747-4524 or email lindsey@grippytannins.com.

For more about events and weekly flight themes check out the Events Section.

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EVENTS

DAILY TASTINGS

The retail shop and lounge is open for tastings Mon-Sat from 1 pm – 6 pm and after 6 pm by reservation. Wine by the glass and half glass are available when the lounge is open.

Custom tastings are available for groups of 4 or more. To make a reservation please call 207-747-4524 or email lindsey@grippytannins.com.

If you would like a curated selection of wines for pick up or to order a gift card, please call the shop 207-747-4524 or email lindsey@grippytannins.com.

weekly curated flights. (4 x 1/2 glasses for $25-$30)

week of sept 19 – exploring Australia
week of sept 26 – exploring Bordeaux Blends Old World vs New World
week of oct 1 – exploring Trevenezie, Italy
week of oct 10 – exploring the wines of Terre Rouge, Sierra Foothills
week of oct 17 – exploring the 45th Parallel

LOUNGE UPDATES

WED, OCT 19 ** The shop and lounge will be closing at 6 pm for a private party **

THURS, NOV 3 ** The shop and lounge will be closing at 6 pm for an off-site event **

THURS, NOV 17 ** The shop will be hosting a podcast starting at 4 pm. Retail will be open but the lounge will be limited. **

PRIVATE EVENTS

This modern, relaxing tasting lounge was designed to make you feel like you’re in your own living room. Surrounded by wine and fellow wine enthusiasts, it’s a welcoming space to host your next celebration, team building event, or networking function.

Your tasting experience can be customized to fit your needs. We provide wine, education, nibbles, and a place to mingle and shop. Email lindsey@grippytannins.com or call the shop at (207) 747-4524 to see how we can enhance your next event.

Pricing varies depending on party size – contact us for a quote and availability.

Under $40

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Under $40

Visit Us

Address

16 Middle Street
Portland, ME 04101

Hours

monday – saturday
1 pm – 6 pm

(open after 6 pm by reservation)

sunday – closed

Parking

Street and garage parking is available.

Wine pick-up + delivery

To order a curated selection of wines for pick-up, please call 207-747-4524 or email lindsey@grippytannins.com.

If you’ve placed an order over the phone and want to pick-up curbside, park in front of our Middle Street entrance, give us a call, and we will bring your wine out to you. The name on your ID must match with the name on the order.

Visit carhopme.com for a selection of wines available for delivery.

Contact

Lindsey Murray, Owner
lindsey@grippytannins.com
(207) 747-4524

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