Some FAQ About What We Do

Q: What's your 10-second elevator pitch? Here's what we do best--bring you great wines, from lesser known wineries, with amazing prices. We work overwhelmingly with winemakers that run their business on a shoestring, minimize their overhead, and dedicate everything they have into the finished product. We think it's important to run our business with similar principles.

Q: Okay, but from a warehouse in SE Portland? Really?  Yep, beginning in 2019, we consolidated our importing and retailing activities into our warehouse Southeast Portland,  because it's cool there. Literally. We made a big investment to climate control our space at a constant 59 degrees--perfect cellar temperature. Temperature control from the cellar door to ours means the wines taste as good as they do in the winery where they're made (Everyone should want that from their retailer). And, by minimizing overhead, this allows us to keep our selections fresh and unique, and most of all, our prices sharp!

Q: What do you do there exactly? The warehouse space is really neat, with super high ceilings, lots of natural light, and loads of free parking. It’s here that we receive the wines from our transporters, pack your orders and get them ready for you. We also host tasting throughout the year, and keep the shelves stocked for you to do some shopping.

Q: Can I just “drop by” for a pickup? Is there a store too? With with regular hours? While most days we’re in the warehouse, we’re most effective if we get out in the wine world, meeting winemakers, tasting wines, taking photos, and coordinating great bottles to ship back home to you. Scheduling a time with us is the best way to ensure we’ll be there and have your orders ready.

Q: Can I set an appointment to meet at the warehouse at a particular time for a pickup? Yes! We have a reservation calendar to make an appointment here, or just email us and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Q: Will I be able to “bottle shop” from your shelves. We always have wines on the shelf for you to do some shopping, but if you drop by with out an appointment, we may be out in the world, doing “importer stuff.”

Q: Can I shop, join clubs, and read about wines online? Yes! 24/7.

Q: Could you just deliver to me directly? Yes. We ship with UPS.