Bacovino

Bacovino’s Seattle Waterfront Tasting Room at 80 Yesler Way in Seattle, Washington, puts Washington wine tasting between Pioneer Square and the Seattle ferry terminal, steps from Waterfront Park. The draw here is the location: a wine stop fits naturally into an afternoon exploring the waterfront, without a separate drive to wine country. Founder and winemaker Randy Brooks, a Washington native, draws inspiration from Bordeaux-style wines, but Bacovino’s range extends beyond that tradition. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot share space with Barbera, Syrah, Counoise, and Chardonnay, alongside red blends such as Garonne, Dordogne, and Il Livorno.

Wine flights cover full-bodied reds and crisp whites, with bottles and cases available to take home. This is Bacovino’s waterfront tasting address, distinct from its production winery and tasting room on South 116th Street. Afternoon-to-evening service runs Tuesday through Sunday, from 1 to 8 p.m., making it useful for either a sightseeing break or an early-evening tasting. Reservations are suggested rather than required; parties of seven or more arrange visits directly. Monthly events add another reason to return beyond a first flight.