My friends brought me here during my visit to the area. We tried their Feb tasting flight. Their tasting wines change every month. Ioana was our tasting host. She was fantastic, knowledgeable, attentive, pleasant, and fun. You can sit where ever you like. Great, chill atmosphere and vibe. We also order some snacks: a charcuterie board and a ham/cheese panini. Both were delicious. I learned about French wines. It was a nice change from my Napa visits. I think they also said they like to bring in wines from women wine makers. Such a great place! read more

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Location a bit sketchy. Weird strip mall vibe. Not at all wine vibe. The wines are great. Space feels a bit old lady kitschy not Southern France. Felt like an old lady bathroom. Service was fine. Nothing special. Wines fairly priced. Good selection of cheap French wines but wow what a weird bad location. Ambiance really ruined the vibe. read more

This place is absolutely fantastic! We did the wine tasting on a Sunday and we were not disappointed. Check this place out! Chris was knowledgeable and friendly - thank you for a great experience read more

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I recently went here for the first time for a Yelp event. The event was a success. The place is very lovely. The staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. Will definitely be back here and highly recommend this place. There is good amount of parking in the premises. read more

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I have driven passed this wine room for a few years now and have always wanted to stop in. Well today was my lucky day! Our original place to hold our monthly book club meeting was closed, so we picked this one due to its close proximity to us. The tasting room is of average size and very quaint. Tables with chairs, wine barrel tables with bar stools, a lounging area that includes comfy chairs and a coffee table, and sit up bar with bar stools offer a variety of seating options. Staff is really friendly and immediately welcomed us and told us to sit wherever we felt comfortable. After looking at the menu, Chris came over and explained the tasting menu and the history of the winery. If you want to know that, get in there! So worth it! We opted for the wine tasting flight and tasted some delicious French wines, all the while discussing our book. Overall a fun tasting experience, with some awesome wine! Lots of parking and a really friendly staff! Can't wait to get back in there! Maybe for some trivia? Music? Yes, they have that too! read more

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I didn't know exactly which part of the business P&B occupied until we got in. Thankfully, our server explained it briefly. They are: An importer A wine bar A bottle shop Occasional commissioner of private-labeled bottles. So you *can* actually get P&B wines, but they're much more like a store/bar. A goal here is to turn everybody on to wineries from Languedoc-Roussillon in southern France. That's just north of the Spanish border along the Mediterranean coast. They have an enormous map on the wall, and a smaller one they bring to your table so they can point to where the wineries are. The pride of place is strong here. The American owners moved there full-time but still run the Seattle shop remotely. We sat for a flight, which is very fairly priced, and turns to free if you buy bottles or join the wine club. 2 whites, a pink, and 2 reds. The whites and the pink stood out massively--lots of crisp flavor and character, very thoughtfully made. We added a white and pink sparkling wine as additional tastes--both were excellent. Prices here are very reasonable, and the inventory is deep enough to have a few fancier (i.e., also more-expensive) bottles on the shelves. They focus on organic and biodynamic wines, lots of very natural choices. Everything tends to be a bit less sweet and sticky than American wines, and the wineries they import tend to be the smaller ones, which just seems to put you even more firmly into Old-World territory that way. Languedoc-Roussillon evidently got a rep a couple generations ago for just cranking out tons of jug wine. I have a feeling that you could work through a lot of bottles from P&B and never run into much of anything like that. In fact, we joined the wine club and will confirm that in future visits. Can't wait to come back. read more

Wow! I am seriously so impressed with the variety of great rosè from this winery. We taste tested 12 of their roses and they were all good! Not too sweet and very, very easy to drink. The staff were all so knowledgeable about where each wine came from, the winemakers and the area in France and can show you on their cute maps they provide. It's a small and cute space in South Park bit plenty of free parking. read more

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We went to an event here a few weeks ago and were absolutely floored at what a great gem this place is hidden in the unexpected industrial part of Seattle. The tasting room is beautifully decorated with subtle pastels, romantic lighting, and surprising hints of fresh florals tucked here and there. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and a great selection of wines to choose from. We had the opportunity to meet the owners Carol (The Princess) and Steve (The Bear) and hear their amazing story. This power couple attorney and surgeon gave up their big city life to explore their dream in southern France. While living there they fell in love with small local wineries. Due to their size, these family owned businesses would have no other way to internationally distribute if it wasn't for the insight of Carol and Steve. They taste while living in France and ship back their favorites for us all to enjoy! Our tasting included a great variety of white, rose, and red wines making sure to please any palate. My favorite was the Trintes and I brought a bottle home with me just so I could enjoy the experience again! It was not difficult to convince both my friend and I to leave with a couple bottles of wine as most of their bottles are under 30 bucks making it pretty much impossible to convince your rational self you don't need another bottle of wine..cause you really do..really. I'm so excited to have found this place and look forward to visiting again soon and enjoying their delicious wine selection and benefiting from their knowledgeable team who educates you on the vino while pouring you a delightful glassful. read more

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I visited Princess and Bear Wines for a private event and was extremely impressed with the selection of wines. The staff was very knowledgeable and kind when asked questions about specific wines. I picked up a white that I opened last night and it was delicious! Also, the owners are very kind and make you feel right at home when visiting. Stop by to pick up a bottle for yourself and a friend. read more

Princess and Bear Wines - Wine tasting - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

TLDR: This fairly unassuming spot, should be one of your bookends if you're visiting South Park or you're a wine person. What you should know: - The wines were (at the time) mostly hand crafted blends (this is a good thing). - Decor is modern and neutral, despite it's feminine leaning logo. - The bottles are shockingly (shockingly) inexpensive. - Staff is warm and friendly. - Not sure about food, but there seems to be something next door. read more

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Great place with great owners. Got to meet the Princess and her Bear hubby at a Yelp Elite wine tasting event. I ended up purchasing a bottle of my favorite tasting of the day, a Domaine de Trinites (2015 LaDeves) for a future dinner pairing. When I tasted it, I knew it was the one for me, full bodied and robust! This place is very chic and right in the middle of the South Park commercial district with a rollup door for outdoor seating as desired. There is a long bar which is great for tastings and several indoor seats including a couch area with low tables for more casual tastings. The owners live in France in a very wine-centric area on the Mediterranean Sea and taste several hundred wines a year and select a few dozen for purchase to bring back to Seattle for this location. They focus on small wineries with great taste and very affordable. All the wines I tasted were under $30 per bottle. They offer 3 different wine clubs ranging between 4 and 12 bottles per shipment. Their hours are Thursday - Sunday from noon to 6pm, so no wine tasting here on Mondays-Wednesdays. The staff was top-notch, being very helpful and knowledgeable. This is a great place to try French wines and select a few for personal use. Merci to Princess and Bear for opening this place. read more

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We have been a member of the P&B for the past year and the wines are consistently great, no allergic reactions to these delicious wines from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. Today, Chris was our wine ambassador and he had an incredible wealth of knowledge and passion for the wine. My friend also joined the club - we look forward to coming back each month to this cute tasting room as they change up their flights frequently. While in an unassuming location, you are quick drive to Sodo or Georgetown for a bite to eat. Cheers to the P&B! read more

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I couldn't believe this place was in south Seattle and right by my old work. I wish I knew of this place when I worked in Georgetown! I worked down there for over 12 years and I didn't know it existed. I would've been a regular. It's the cutest little place to try wine that is outside of the states. All their wines are from Languedoc-Roussillon a region of France and it makes it unique. Wines you can't find anywhere else. It's great and we tasted a few and they were delicious. They had a sparkling wine that I just loved and bought. If you want a great vibe and fun atmosphere go there. The service was exceptional and they were very knowledgeable. I didn't get a chance to meet the owners and to get more information on the finding of their business so I hope the next time I go they will be there. Great spot and I hope people flock here! read more

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Enjoyed an event at P&B this past week. The staff was so welcoming. Every question we had on the wines, AVAs, etc, was answered with such great detail! I'll definitely be going back! read more

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Super Cute little wine tasting room. Very very knowledgable and willing to educate on a wine region (Mediterranean French coast) I really hadn't had much of a chance to taste. Thank you! read more

The outskirts of Seattle, and even in the heart of Seattle, are really lacking in wineries and tasting rooms... Princess and Bear Wines is just what South Park needed! It's in an unassuming industrial area, but with that comes lot of parking and a rather quiet setting (if you can ignore the sounds of the freeway nearby). I've had the pleasure of coming in to taste a couple of times and am now also a member of the Amphora Collection. This gets me 4 bottles of wines, 4 times a year, and is described as the "tasting room experience." At only $90 per pickup, it's rather cheap compared to a lot of the memberships you see at other wineries. Adding on to that, they really are true to their word when they say their wines are affordable. Almost every bottle is under $30, and on top of that, they are damn GOOD. What I really love about Princess and Bear Wines is that they showcase small, independent winemakers in the Languedoc-Roussillon region in the South of France. You most likely aren't going to find any of these wines at places like Total Wine, Bevmo, etc. They really are offering the Seattle area something truly unique. But, it gets better. 60% of the winemakers they showcase are women! Beyond that, the owners Steve & Carol are truly here because of passion. They love the wine, they love the relationships they create with the winemakers, and it shows. They love to chat about their wines and their story, so if you're lucky enough to meet them at the tasting room, TALK TO THEM! They are so personable and fun to talk to. All of their wines are delicious. I really love their sparklings but there's not one that I've tried that I didn't like. Excited to be a member and look forward to taking family and friends to this cute, chic tasting room. read more

All the yes! This bar solely features wines from France and Italy. The owners live in West Seattle part time, and in Europe the other half of the time, and ship their favorite wines back to the states! Because of this, the wine list is always rotating. Everything we had was great, and while you are there you can order food from Osprey Bistro down the way. read more

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What a wonderful place. Their mission is bringing mom and pop wineries from a small region in France, at an affordable price. Which they are able to pull off since they partner directly with winemakers and visit them to establish a relationship. The owners are very hands on and have clearly poured in a much hard work to this passion project. They connect well with their customers and are genuinely invested in the goal of making good, natural wine accessible to the area with fantastic service and information. They even post recipes to accompany wines. I don't drink much wine unfortunately, but this is going to be my stop every time I need a bottle or to bring one to a get-together. read more

Princess and Bear just opened the most stunning new tasting room! It's light, airy and sophisticated! The tasting room staff are warm, friendly and so knowledgeable! I tasted some incredible French wines & learned so much! I felt like I was transported to a true French wine bar as I walked in the door. Absolutely recommend! read more

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I had the pleasure to attend a Yelp Elite event here at Princess and Bear Wines and it was a great experience. The owners are lovely people and I enjoyed hearing about their story about opening up this winery and why they exclusively get wines from a region in France. The 5 different wines we tried were all delicious and the best part about getting wine from here is most of their wines are under $30! You can't really beat that! They also have different tiers in case you would to join their wine club! (Which I definitely plan on doing). The environment of the winery is really cute and I wouldn't change a thing. There is plenty of parking and a bistro right next door in case you want some food after! I'm glad I got the chance to experience this winery since I never even heard of It before! I definitely will pass this winery around my friends and family because they have to experience this! read more

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The Princess and the Bear is a great winery with a wonderful story. Run by a husband and wife, this couple was inspired while on a trip to France to bring back the delicious and affordable wines to Seattle. Not only are the grapes mostly organic, 60% of the winemakers are female! Plus the winery offers varietals not usually found in the US, since they are grown in France. The wines pair well with food, and my favorite was the sparkling rosé. read more

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Had a wonderful time at a yelp elite event held here a few weeks ago. The space is cute and relaxed, the finishes and design is very welcoming and modern. The owners were very open and engaging about their story and their wine as well as the history of the grapes as well as the production. I brought my hubs with me and it was our first time going to a wine tasting together. We both really enjoyed the flavors so much so that we bought a bottle of rose on our way out. ;) read more

Very cute little tasting room in South Park industrial area. Easy to miss the exit trying to arrive at this place, but all of the wines are very high quality French coastal varieties. The sparkling rosé was the best in my opinion for the tasting. But all the wines were easy to drink. Would return! read more

Princess and Bear Wines - Sparkling rose - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Beautiful wine tasting shop with a variety of rosés, white, and red wines. The ambience is so quaint and beautiful and I had a lovely time meeting the owners and hearing their special story coming out of retirement to open this shop. read more

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Great little spot. Husband and wife passion project. After they retired I moved to the south of France they keep busy by driving around small towns and finding local vineyards with amazing stories and have begun to import the wine here into the states. The wines are very good, much better than a normal house wine you'd find at a local tasting. They are not sweet at all, with the exception of maybe the bubbly rosé, but all were very good. It was great to meet the husband and wife, as they usually home in France, but overall had a wonderful time. It's a very small location, but very intimate. Their staff is also very knowledgeable and very nice people. Had a great time! read more

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I had the honor of attending a YELP event and sample wine. Fell in with the sparkling Rose . This Rose has Chardonnay, Chenin a great white dessert wine and Pinor Noir, this would why the sparkling rose tasted so good with my chocolate . A nice affordable alternative for me, replacing champagne, and I mean this in a very good way This is the first rose I have fell in with This cute spot has nice seating outside to meet up with friends and enjoy a bottle of , small private parking lot right off of the 99N south park exit. Bright white on white giving a very clean, modern inviting relaxing look. Price point $30 for my now favorite bottle. And I thank the owners for exploring their options after retiring and sharing this tasty beverage with all Thank you Yelp for having me at the 1st event it was a nice surprise and treat. Until next time Au Revoir et prendre plaisir read more

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This is the second time we have visited Princess and Bear wines. We love this place! Gorgeous, comfortable - relaxing ambiance. The wines are absolutely incredible. So unique. Staff is delightful and very knowledgeable about the wines and regions in France. We loved learning so much in addition to tasting these great wines (that I haven't seen or tasted anywhere else). This is our new favorite activity to take friends who are visiting from out of town. We usually go to Uncle Eddie's Public House for brunch before. Prices are reasonable to purchase wines. The club options are great and we are loving the 15%. read more

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I loved this place! The space has great vibes and would be the perfect place to catch up with a friend or go on a date. All of their wines are from the same region of France and were pretty tasty. The staff were very kind and knowledgeable and I'm looking forward to coming back soon! read more

Princess and Bear Wines - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Today my fiancé and I had the adventure of going to Princess & Bear Wines. Their wines are intimately chosen from small, family owned wineries in the South of France. I personally loved their Desir Blanc & Blue Note from their tasting selection. As a wine lover, who sticks to dry whites or citrus reds, these two were delightful. Their staff are also easy to talk to and were very welcoming! read more

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This tasting room is beautiful and the staff are great. The wines are pretty good but not exactly my fave, they specialize from a certain region (can't remember off the top of my head) but its still a good spot to check out if you're in the area for some wine and great conversation. read more

I went to Princess and Bear as a plus one to a Yelp elite event! So glad that I got to check this place out, they source their wines to a small region in the south of France. I was able to sample a brut, a white, and brought home a red blend. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and I'm excited to go back and try more! read more

I was visiting the Seattle area and let me say what exquisite service! The wines were beyond words that can describe how ripe and delicious they tasted. The story of the foundation of Princess and Bear is very heartwarming which adds to the experience of this winery. I will definitely come back again and order online to purchase their wines. read more

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Oh my gosh I can't believe this place is here... finally a great wine bar close by! Off the beaten track with tons of parking, lovely staff, and excellent French wines. We had a great flight, awesome food from Osprey Bistro next door, and came home with a wine membership! For sure a new hangout with friends and an after work relaxation stop. A wonderful addition to the area. read more

The Princess and Bear tasting room is a really comfortable atmosphere, everyone is really friendly and the wines are delicious. Get some bites from next door at Osprey Bistro to round out your experience. read more

Super personable staff and cute decor. Did a tasting both times I've been there and have not been disappointed! Would recommend!