Après by Aluel

Ballard • Greater Seattle

Tasting Fee: $25.00 (Waived with $75+ to-go wine purchase)
★ 5.0 (23) Google Reservations Required
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Aluel Cellars in Ballard offers a sophisticated tasting experience with a focus on old-world style wines. Founders Alex Oh and Samuel Hilbert bring together bold reds and crisp whites sourced from top Washington vineyards. Enjoy artisanal cheeses and gourmet charcuterie in Seattle's most urban wine tasting room. As a family-owned business, they are expanding their sustainable practices with plans for a new facility on the Key Peninsula. This hidden gem is one of three tasting rooms they operate in Seattle, providing a unique urban wine adventure.

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Tasting Fee (20%)
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$25 tasting fee, waived with $75 wine purchase (significant commitment). Visitors must buy wine to avoid the fee.

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Hospitality (15%)
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Insufficient data on staff interactions or service quality. No specific mentions of hospitality or educational experiences.

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Wine (15%)

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Vibe (15%)
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Described as a 'cozy, vibrant spot' with a casual atmosphere. No architectural details or superlatives provided.

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What Makes This Place Special

Bold Reds
Confirmed during in-person visit
Crisp Whites
Their focus on elegant wines in the old-world style likely includes well-crafted white varieties, as suggested by the mention of Entre-deux-Mers in their founding story.
Family-Owned
Founded by Alex Oh and Samuel Hilbert who met in 2010 and turned their passion for wine into a business in 2012.
Food Available
Visitors can enjoy artisanal imported and domestic cheeses, gourmet charcuterie, and small bites alongside their wines.
Hidden Gem
Located in Ballard at 1528 NW Market St, this is one of three Seattle neighborhood tasting rooms they operate.
Sustainable Practices
The owners are working to build a new production facility and install vineyards on 15 acres on the Key Peninsula, suggesting a commitment to growing their sustainable footprint.
Upscale
Seattle's most urban wine tasting room, offering an elegant experience with artisanal cheeses and gourmet charcuterie to accompany their wines.
Wine Club
While not explicitly stated, they focus on limited production wines and encourage visitors to take home bottles, suggesting a dedicated following.

Après by Aluel

Ballard • Greater Seattle

★ 5.0 (23) Google Reservations Required
Notes are saved automatically as you type
Tasting Fee
$25.00
Waived with $75+ to-go wine purchase

Location

1528 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
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Hours

Thu to Fri: 4pm to 9pm Sat: 3pm to 9pm Closed Mon to Wed Closed Sun

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