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As local as wine gets. Three Seattle wine rooms. Locally owned and operated. Take home a case or enjoy a bottle in store!
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Aluel Cellars is focused on limited production of elegant wines handcrafted in the old-world style to showcase great fruit sourced from some of the top vineyards across Washington state. With two tasting rooms in Seattle, stop by to try our award-winning wines in a flight or by the glass.

05/16/2026

🇵🇹 PORTUGAL HAS ARRIVED AT APRÈS BY ALUEL 🇵🇹

For a very limited time, we’re turning our Ballard Après by Aluel location into a Portuguese wine escape 🍷✨

Alex & Samuel have spent years exploring Portugal — from seaside wine bars to tiny family producers — and we’re so excited to share some of our favorite discoveries with you right here in Seattle.

🍃 Crisp & refreshing Vinho Verde
🍷 Our FIRST EVER fortified wine flight
🇵🇹 Rotating Portuguese wines by the glass & bottle
🛍️ A growing bottle shop featuring past Après favorites + the full Aluel Cellars lineup

⚠️ IMPORTANT: This pop-up only runs through JUNE 7TH ⚠️
That’s it. Just a few short weeks to experience it before the theme disappears.

If you’ve been meaning to stop by, this is your sign ✨

📍 Après by Aluel — Ballard
🗓️ Open Thursday • Friday • Saturday

Bring your friends, discover something new, and spend an evening exploring Portugal with us 🍷🇵🇹

05/01/2026

Spring Release magic ✨

What a night at Maximilien Restaurant—right in the heart of Pike Place. The vibes were exactly right: warm, vibrant, and full of energy from start to finish.

A huge thank you to the chef and entire team for crafting an incredible four-course pairing that brought our new releases to life in the best way. Every dish hit, every pairing clicked—it was one of those evenings where everything just came together.

And to our wine club members—thank you for showing up, sharing the table, and making it such a memorable night. These are the moments that remind us why we do this.

Here’s to great wine, great food, and even better company 🍷

04/24/2026

⏰ FINAL COUNTDOWN ⏰

This is it—our last weekend of Release Month perks is here, and everything wraps up April 30.

If you’ve been meaning to come in…this is your moment.

✨ $99 TOP-UP (Club Members Only)
Our most popular offer this release—for a reason.

Add a 6-pack of 2024 whites & rosé for just $99
(yes, really—up to 45% savings)

Build it your way:
• Pinot Gris
• Grenache Blanc
• Dry Rosé

This has been flying all month—and it disappears after April 30.

🍷 Complimentary Release Flight (for you + a guest)
🥂 20% Off Glass Pours while you’re in

📍 All locations open Friday & Saturday
📍 Queen Anne open Sunday

⚠️ Final days. Final pours. Final chance.

Come in, grab your wines, and don’t leave that $99 top-up behind.

04/11/2026

✨🍷 Winemaker Dinner at Maximilien 🍷✨

We’re bringing this back… and it’s been a while.
The photos you’re seeing here? From our last Winemaker Dinner in 2023—an unforgettable night filled with incredible food, flowing wine, and a room full of great people. We’ve been waiting for the right moment to do it again… and this is it.

Join us on April 30 for an intimate evening overlooking Elliott Bay 🌅 as we celebrate the grand finale of Release Month.

🍽️ 4 courses from Chef Fidel
🍷 4 wine pairings featuring our new releases
👋 Guided by Alex & Samuel throughout the night

This is the best way to experience these wines—thoughtfully paired, shared together, and brought to life in a way you won’t get anywhere else.

We gave our members first access, and spots have been going quickly—only limited seats remain.

✨ It’s going to be a special night.

👉 Reserve your seats at the link in bio

03/24/2026

Still coming down from the high of .washington this weekend! 🍷✨ What an incredible few days celebrating

Huge thanks to our amazing helpers who came out to pour and share the Aluel story with so many wonderful people. We couldn’t have done it without you. 🙌

One of the best parts of the weekend was reconnecting with friends in the industry and making so many new connections along the way. The sense of community in Washington wine is something really special.

And the wines and food we tasted from across the state? Absolutely incredible. So much talent, creativity, and passion in one place. We’re proud to be a small part of this amazing industry. 🥂

03/12/2026

🎨🇮🇹 Italian Art Walk at Après by Aluel – This Saturday 🍷

Join us this Saturday from 6–9 PM at Après by Aluel in Ballard for a one-of-a-kind experience where Italian art, wine, and atmosphere come together.

We’re excited to welcome back , a former member of the Aluel team who left to pursue art full time. For this show, she’ll be debuting new Italian-inspired pieces—and she’ll be here in person so you can meet the artist and hear the inspiration behind her work. 🎨

The setting couldn’t be better. Throughout March, Après by Aluel has transformed into an Italian-inspired après ski lodge, featuring Italian wines, cozy alpine décor, and rotating wines from across Italy. 🇮🇹

Come experience Italian art, Italian wine, and the energy of Ballard Art Walk all in one place.

🗓 Saturday | 6–9 PM
📍 Après by Aluel – Ballard

🍷🎨🇮🇹

03/10/2026

If you’ve been enjoying these nights as much as we have, be sure to follow so you can stay up to date on this and future gatherings. 📚

Just a quick reminder from us at Aluel Cellars that we’re continuing to host Silent Book Club twice each month at our Queen Anne location—and the next one is tomorrow, March 11th from 7–9 PM.

The last one was incredibly busy (you’ll see a few photos here!), and it’s been so fun watching this community of readers grow. If you’ve never come to a Silent Book Club at Aluel before, this is the perfect time to check it out and see what it’s all about.

Bring whatever you’re currently reading, grab a glass of wine, and settle in for a relaxing evening surrounded by fellow book lovers. There’s something pretty special about a room full of people quietly reading together. 🍷📖

📖 7:00–7:30 — Arrive, grab a glass, and get settled
📖 7:30–8:30 — Silent reading hour
📖 8:30–9:00 — Stay and chat about books (or keep reading!)

We love hosting this growing group and can’t wait to see the room full again tomorrow.

03/04/2026

🇮🇹✨ ITALY IS CALLING… through March 29th! ✨🇮🇹

At Après by Aluel, we’re currently exploring the regions and varietals of Italy — and this limited-time theme officially ends March 29th. ⏳🍷

Think rolling Tuscan hills, volcanic Sicilian slopes, and cozy alpine evenings… all poured into your glass. 🏔️🔥 The vibe? Pure après-ski energy — relaxed, a little indulgent, and completely transportive.

🍷 Build your own flight from any of the wines open that week
🇮🇹 Take home bottles from our curated Italian selection
🏆 Plus shop favorites from previous themes — including our own award-winning Washington wines

This is your window to immerse yourself in Italy without leaving Seattle. The theme wraps up March 29th, and we’ll be moving on to what’s next… 👀

Don’t miss your chance to sip through Italy with us while it’s here. Grab your friends, settle in, and let’s make it a proper après. ❄️🍷✨

02/17/2026

🥇✨ Swipe right to meet our very own “Après Olympian” ✨🥇

This first slide? A real official medal from U.S. Figure Skating sectionals.

But who won it… and how? 👀👉

Swipe to find out ➡️

(Warning: dramatic reveals, joyful spins, and peak après-ski energy ahead ❄️⛷️🍷)

As we head into the final week of the 2026 Winter Olympics, there’s no better place to catch the magic each evening — with wines inspired by the same regions where the games are happening. 🇮🇹🥂

And yes… it turns out our little lodge has been so popular, even professional athletes have stopped by.

We’re incredibly grateful that one of them loved it so much, they left us this real medal. 💙🏅

Come watch, sip, celebrate, and soak it all in before winter wraps up.

Because moments like this? They don’t spin around twice. 😉

02/13/2026

💘 Valentine’s Weekend is almost here… and great wine makes everything better. 🍷❤️

Whether you’re planning a cozy night in, a full night out, or something in between, we’ve got the perfect bottle waiting for you at Aluel Cellars.

✨ Stock up for dinner at home
✨ Start (or end) your date night with a glass
✨ Support local while treating yourself

From small-batch favorites to bubbles and special picks, our team is ready to help you find your Valentine’s wine.

And yes — we’re extending our hours this weekend, so you’ve got even more chances to stop by.

Find us in:
📍 Capitol Hill
📍 Ballard
📍 Queen Anne

All locations are walk-in only — perfect for spontaneous plans and last-minute stops. 💫
Come grab a bottle (or two) and make this Valentine’s Weekend a little more special. 🥂

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