Three of us traveled to Cincinnati for a guys golf event at Coldstream CC with our great friend. As a thank you gesture, I reached out to Sally at Water Tower - who curated a very special case of Cabernet and Pinot Noir. Not only did she select great wines, but then went out of her way and delivered the case to our friend. HighLy recommend Water Tower for their excellent service and selections. They go above and beyond! read more

This was a wonderful find my boyfriend brought me to. The gentleman is incredibly knowledgeable about all things wine, he took us on a brief tour around the shop to help us find out way, and was very thorough in his explanations. He also seemed very willing to look for a particular wine that I have been trying to find, can't seem to find it sold in the metro area! He looked while we were there and told me he may be able to get some. The place itself is a house repurposed thoughtfully to create a comfortable browsing experience. There are tables, chairs and sofa's if you want to hang out, even a few board games laying around. It would be a fun little night out with a small group of friends, there's a very reasonable bottle fee if you want to open a few bottles of wine while you're there. They also have an excellent happy hour from 3:30-close where you can try the wines available for half price each pour, it's a great deal. I would highly recommend checking this shop out whether you're a wino or just a wine wannabe, all are most welcome! read more

I am a novice when it comes to wine and understanding the terminology. However, David (the owner) has never made me feel like I don't know anything. He takes his time to help me understand what I'm looking at regarding labels. He's made suggestions that usually turn out to be right on the money. His wife, Jan, makes delicious bread and bagels (that have to be ordered ahead of time and paid with cash only). Those have ALWAYS been tasty, especially her Asiago Foccaccia. read more

David, the owner, and his wife Jan have a FABULOUS business here. The BEST place to come in Mt. Washington if you want a knowledgeable person yo help you select wine and support small, local, independent businesses. WELL worth the trip, especially if you like wine. read more

Water Tower Fine Wines - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

A great place for specialty wines. They have a wine dispenser with featured wines by the glass each week. You can take your laptop or book in, get a glass of wine and relax in the lounge area or the wine room. read more

I feel like I found the Portofino of Italy ! The Hidden Gem (if you have been there, you will understand why I mean by a hidden gem). I got invited by a friend for wine tasting and I thought this was a winery that produced its own wines/grapes, but I was wrong. This place is a collection of thousands of wines from ALL over the WORLD. It's collection is vast and wide. On Friday night, you pay $15 and you will enjoy 5 different bottles or so from Spain, to Argentina, France, Austria, etc. you name it! In addition, the owner provides a cheese plate and many other little snacks to munch on. There was a gentlemen playing a guitar for the customers and there is a huge living room space to kick back, enjoy a glass of wine and a conversation, comfy couches. Thanks for reading, go find that Perfect Taste! ;) read more

Water Tower Fine Wines - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Wow, what a great fine. Great for a Friday night wine tasting and snacks. Deff recommend this place.

Really enjoyed coming here on a Saturday afternoon. LARGE wine selection, live music, and some self service wine on tap made for a nice time. read more

The owner is amazing. They are not open Sunday but he still delivered my Mom her wine I bought for her on Mothers Day. Above and beyond customer service. Thank you David! read more

Have been to their tastings several times with mixed reactions. They have tastings on Friday evenings 6-8pm. They usually have a red flight and a white flight you can try. One flight for $15, both for $20- so you might as well do both right. They usually have an early bird special bonus wine for those that get there early enough and often a bonus wine of the month at the end. Sometimes you walk out of there tasting 12-15 wines for your $20. And on top of that they always have a buffet of hot and cold food to enjoy while you taste. The people who work there are always pleasant and efficient. Here are the negatives: 1. The shop is very small and can get crowded at times. The last time I went, there were no seats available and anywhere I stood, I felt in the way. They do have a patio that should be open now to help this issue. 2. The food is good but the owner of the store stands there and watches you as you serve yourself. I understand that this prevents people from being hogs, but it just feels creepy to me. It wouldn't be so bad if he found something to keep himself busy, but still be in the area. 3. This is one of the most expensive tastings I have been to. They do serve better wines than a lot of places and you get a lot of tastings, but if you aren't "into" wines, I wouldn't recommend this for you. So, it comes down to try it for yourself and see how you feel about it. I am going to try it again with the patio open before I really make a firm judgement. read more

Nestled in an old house in Cincinnati's Mount Washington neighborhood, Water Tower Fine Wines is a welcome departure from the typical mass purveyors of wine. Water Tower offers an enormous selection of varietals (over 1,200). Proprietor David Lazarus prides himself on finding unique and small-lot offerings with price ranges that will satisfy everyone from a wine novice to the most discerning oenophile. I was particularly impressed with the extensive offerings of sparkling and dessert/late harvest wines. On Friday evenings, Water Tower hosts wine tasting. $15 gets you 6 different wines along with a hod & cold buffet of food made by David's wife Jan. There are plenty of seats and tables in the living room, so bring some friends at the end of the work week and sip some wine while nibbling on terrific food as you peruse David's hand-picked wine selections. This is a tremendous find! read more

Looking for a wine to pair with that meal? Love browsing wine? Want a place to hang out early Friday night and a wine tasting (where you can wander, not sit at a "bar") sounds perfect? I've been to Water Tower Fine Wines for all three of those reasons. Plus the owner David has even learned my tastes, and budget, and will put together a perfect case of wine for me. So come for the wine. Come for the conversation. Heck - on Friday you can even come for the music (there's usually a guitar player) and food (appetizers are included too). Great place to know about in Cincinnati. read more

Water Tower Fine Wines has it all and it is a true, authentic wine store. Not only does WTFW have one of the largest selections of Champaign and sparkling wine in the country, it also boasts one of the largest selections of red/white wine in our region. It makes no difference if you are looking for a value-driven quality wine with a budget in mind, or a superb high-end bottle for that special occasion (French, German, Italian, California, and et al), you can find it here. Be sure to attend one of their weekly wine tastings. You will meet many wine enthusiasts in the area and feel welcomed right away. Gourmet food is on hand, which is prepared right in-house and always pairs nicely with the wine. Come casual, and enjoy the wine, food, and enjoyable atmosphere. In the summer, there is even an outdoor deck to enjoy. Water Tower Fine Wine is a one-of-a-kind experience. I've been to an awful lot of wine shops around the United States, and this one is my favorite. read more

Great local find! David, the owner, is very helpful & knowledgeable in helping you find a perfect wine to suit your tastes. They have wine tastings on Friday evenings and pair the wines with great food made by Jan, David's wife, and co-owner. It doesn't hurt that you can giggle as you pull into their lot & gaze at the sign. WTF wines. :-) read more

My friend Laura and I kicked-off our weekend at the Sonoma wine flight tasting the other Friday. It was our first visit to Water Tower Wines after hearing about their Friday evening tastings on WVXU for YEARS! Water Tower offers a very casual atmosphere, age-diverse crowd of friendly fellow patrons, lovely guitar standards being played live in the "main sitting room," two fabulous hosts, and some GREAT wines! We heard a rumor that the business was going to get renovated with a huge new addition from two fellow patrons. This is great news because the only reason I didn't give 5 stars - was that the building, furniture could use some updating. But all in all, it's a very cozy, friendly spot to sip some wine with a friend and possibly meet a new friend or two! Whether you're an Eastsider or not, come support this locally-owned, Cincinnati jewel. Attend a future tasting, get your weekend started off right, and discover some great new, wine-favorites for yourself! For the full review/experience visit http://winetripchick.com/ read more

What a great group. They have a lot of wines to choose from and the owners are knowledgeable. If they don't have what you want, they will order it if they can. Top notch in customer service. They do a wine tasting every Friday from 5:30-8:30. We always have fun and love trying different wines. read more

The other reviews must be the owner's friends. I went in on a Friday night to buy a bottle of pinot noir. I was the only one there and completely ignored by the man behind the counter. I asked him where the pinot noir was and he pointed. Never said a word except for: do you want a bag? read more

I have visited this locally owned wine and select beer shop for years as they are within walking distance of my house and I like to frequent local establishments. I love the wine selection (starting at $7.99 or so and going up into the hundreds$$$ if you're really fancy). The wine tastings on Fridays with lite bites is always fun if you are looking to mingle. With that being said, I must have entered a time warp of some sort because when I went in the other day they have been going through major renovations and I hadn't noticed before! (Set to be completely completed in May 2016.) David and Jan, the proprietors, have really upped their game here... They added a whole new addition to the back with lots of places to sit and converse as you try your wine and that expansion has allowed for more wines! As a wine novice, David has always helped me find exactly what wine I am looking for or if I need a wine in a certain price point he adds his expertise there too. I can't wait for spring to really be in bloom so they can open up the front patio too! This place is definitely a must if you love wine! read more

What an awesome find!!! We had such a wonderful evening at a Wine Tasting event.....Great wines and delicious bites! I even asked for recipes and Chef Jan happily supplied.... Be sure to check out all the rooms and nooks overflowing with wines and champagnes...he has a SERIOUS collection....hard to find wines are his specialty! Great pricing also...can't wait to go back :) read more

My go to place for wine. Very nice and knowledgable staff. If you consider yourself a "real wine drinker", you need to come here. I recommend going to their Friday wine tastings! read more

Incredible selection. Looking for something really hard to find, it's probably here. Friday tastings are well organized and with the food are a great value. But I loved roaming the shop (a converted house I'm guessing) and each room has nooks and crannies stuffed with wine. Older vintages and unique vineyards are just lined up. read more

The best selection of any wine store in Cincinnati, especially sparkling wines. And if they don't have it, they will get it for you. The Friday night tastings with food pairings are always spectacular, and all for $15.00. I always leave with several bottles of new "finds.". I attended the Pinot Noir dinner and will definitely watch my emails for notice of the next wine dinner. The owners are very knowledgeable and helpful. Well worth driving past other wine stores to go to this one! read more

Water Tower Wines is a wine store surreally superimposed onto a library. Each region and varietal the owners choose to focus on, from Germanic whites, to Italian Barolos, to California Pinot Noirs, to a stunningly good sparking selection, has great depth and breadth. The newly expanded space makes browsing feel all the more like you are browsing through your favorite literary genres. There are some regions that are not well represented, for instance red Burgandy (there is a solid white Burgandy selection, however), but I understand this is the conscious choice of the owners, who have decided to focus on wines that they know and enjoy. Although there are labels you'll see at other wine stores in the city, the real beauty of this store is the chance to get lost and explore wines you would be hard pressed to find elsewhere. The store's price points are extremely reasonable, and numerous mark downs make wines that might be beyond your price point irresistibly affordable. read more