Barrels Wine Bar

06/09/2026

The bottle shop shelves are looking a little different today. We just dropped a fresh lineup of new arrivals, and honestly, we can't decide which one to open first.

From crisp Austrian whites to iconic Napa reds, we’ve got your week covered:

The Crisp One: 2024 Rudi Pichler Gruner Veltliner Federspiel. White pepper, green apple, and laser-like acidity.

The Food Partner: 2022 Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico. A certified-organic, old-school Italian classic with a savory, cherry-driven crunch.

The Showstopper: 2021 Grgich Hills Paradise Vineyard Cabernet. Rich, structured, and completely elegant Napa Cab.

Swing by, browse the shelves, and let’s find your next favorite pour. See you soon! 👋

06/07/2026

Ms. Rosé is back and featuring our new co****le boards! Did we mention All Day Happy Hour?

06/06/2026

🍷 GLASS POUR SPOTLIGHT + NEW SUMMER HOURS! ☀️

Weekends on the Island just got better. Starting this week, we are extending our Friday and Saturday hours until 10 PM all summer long! Whether you need a late-night pour after dinner or want to stretch out the weekend vibes a little longer, we’ve got your table ready.

(And don't forget—we are still open every Sunday from 1 to 6 PM for your afternoon wind-down!)

To celebrate longer weekend nights, we are cracking open a heavy hitter for our Glass Pour Spotlight: Orin Swift’s 8 Years in the Desert 🏜️🍇

The Taste: A massive, plush blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, and Syrah. Expect an explosion of brambly blackberry pie, dark plum preserves, and a kick of chocolate-covered espresso bean, all wrapped up in a velvet-soft finish.

The Fun Fact: Winemaker Dave Phinney became famous for creating the legendary Zinfandel blend, The Prisoner. After selling it, a strict 8-year non-compete clause legally banned him from making Zinfandel. This exact bottle celebrates his official, rule-breaking return to the grape that started it all!

Swing by this weekend to taste a glass of this legendary blend and toast to summer nights that go a little bit longer. Cheers! 🥂✨

06/04/2026

☀️ SUNDAYS JUST GOT BETTER AT BARRELS! 🍷✨

Your perfect Sunday afternoon plans have officially arrived. We are now open every Sunday from 1 PM – 6 PM, and we’re celebrating with ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR! 🥂

Whether you're shopping for fresh finds at the Mercer Island Farmer's Market or just looking for a sunny spot to unwind, our patio is calling your name.

Here is why you should hop on over this weekend:

🍷 All Day Happy Hour – Incredible pours and great deals from open to close.

🐾 100% Dog Friendly – Bring your favorite four-legged patio pal along (we have water bowls ready!).

📍 Location Perfection – We are just a quick 3-minute walk from the Mercer Island Light Rail Station! 🚊

Grab your friends, grab your pups, and let’s make a toast to the perfect summer Sunday. See you on the patio!

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

Sundays just got a whole lot better. 🥂

We are officially open on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and we're celebrating with ALL-DAY HAPPY HOUR! Stop by to wind down your weekend with your favorite glass pours, premium bites, and great company.

See you this Sunday! ✨

We have also extended our hours on Friday and Saturday till 10.

05/30/2026

🧀 Say hello to your board's new best friends. 🧀

Whether you're looking for a sharp kick of heat or a deep, soulful taste of European history, these two cheeses bring pure flavor and complexity to the table:

🔥 Red Butte Hatch Chile – A smooth, high-butterfat cheese tumbled with authentic New Mexico Hatch chiles. It delivers a rich, creamy paste balanced by a gentle, smoky heat and a subtle, citrusy coriander-rubbed rind.
🌿 Fontina Val d’Aosta DOP – The original, authentic 12th-century raw cow’s milk cheese from alpine pastures bordering France and Switzerland. It is incredibly rich and complex, tasting of wildflowers and native herbs—making it just as incredible on a charcuterie board as it is melted into a decadent, rustic fondue.

Pair the Hatch Chile with a jammy Zinfandel or a crisp, off-dry Riesling to balance the warmth, and grab a burly, structured Barolo to slice right through the luxurious richness of the Fontina.

We've got the wine and the pairings ready. Drop by and let us help you build your perfect weekend board!

05/29/2026

🍷 Straight from the cellar, but blink and you’ll miss it. 🍷

The last 9 bottles of the 2009 Orlando Abrigo Nebbiolo d'Alba arrived yesterday, and once they are gone, they are officially gone for good.

Finding beautifully aged, small-production library releases like this is exactly why we love hunting down geeky, hidden-gem bottles. At 17 years old, this Nebbiolo is hitting an absolute sweet spot. It opens with an incredibly fragrant, classic nose of dried rose petals, leather, and sweet to***co, moving into a palate of earthy red cherries, tar, and perfectly integrated, silky tannins.

It is drinking beautifully right now and is the ultimate companion for an artisanal charcuterie or high-end cheese plate.

We only have 9 bottles left on the rack—grab yours before the cellar runs dry!

05/29/2026

Brandi is here from Galaxy Distributing with an absolutely stellar flight. Come in and see us!