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

TASTE

Grippy Tannins is a wine shop and tasting lounge in Portland’s East End neighborhood. We feature a curated selection of wine from classic wine growing regions around the world. All of the wines we have in stock are available for enjoyment in the lounge or for purchase to go.

For in-store tastings, we have a rotating list of wines available by the glass and 1/2 glass and we feature a curated flight that changes weekly. Upcoming flight themes can be found here. Cheese and charcuterie boards are offered to enjoy while tasting in the lounge.

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

New in 2023, Grippy Tannins is home to Maine’s only Wine and Spirits Education Trust Certification Program. WSET Level 3 Certification will be held every Monday from 6-8 pm starting October 16, 2023. Registration is now open at CommonwealthWineSchool.com.
Space is limited to 15 students. ** There are only a few spots left. **

To make a reservation, order a curated selection of wine for pick up, or to order a gift card please call the shop 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. Reservations are not required before 6 pm, but are recommended for larger groups. To make a reservation call 207-747-4524 or email lindsey@grippytannins.com.

Custom tastings are available for groups of 4 or more. Custom tastings include a guided tasting through a line-up of 5 wines plus a spread of cheese and charcuterie. The line-up is pre-selected based on the group’s preferences or interests. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. To make a reservation call 207-747-4524 or email lindsey@grippytannins.com.

Weekly Curated Flights

* Themes are subject to change based on wine availability. The cost for 4 x 1/2 glasses ranges from $25-$35

week of nov 13 – exploring beaujolais, france
week of nov 20 – exploring piedmont, italy
week of nov 27 – exploring catalonia, spain
week of dec 4 – exploring tuscany
week of dec 11 – exploring bordeaux
week of dec 18 – exploring napa
week of dec 25 – exploring sparkling wines of the world

LOUNGE UPDATES

Friday, Nov 17 the shop and lounge will be OPEN UNTIL 8 pm

Saturday, Dec 2 the lounge will close at 6 pm for a Private Party

Monday, Dec 4 the lounge will close promptly at 6 pm for a WSET Level 3 Classes

Monday, Dec 11 the lounge will close promptly at 6 pm for a WSET Level 3 Classes

Tuesday, Dec 12 the shop and lounge will be OPEN UNTIL 7 pm

Wednesday, Dec 13 the lounge will close at 6 pm for a Private Party

Thurday, Dec 14 the lounge will close at 6 pm for a Private Party

Friday, Dec 15 the lounge will close at 6 pm for a Private Party

Monday, Dec 18 the shop and lounge will be OPEN UNTIL 7 pm

Thursday, Dec 21 the shop and lounge will be OPEN UNTIL 8 pm

Saturday, Dec 23 the lounge will promptly close at 6 pm for a Private Party

Sunday, Dec 24 the shop and lounge will be OPEN FROM NOON – 3 pm

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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