Upcoming Wine Tastings

Champagne Celebration

Champagne Celebration

Wednesday • Dec. 3rd • 6:00pm

1000 N. North Branch, Chicago IL 60642

$50.00

Albatross is popping bottles - and you are invited. Join us for for an evening featuring an exceptional lineup of 25+ Champagnes from boutique grower producers to legendary houses. All perfectly paired with...

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Taste Your Way Through a World of Exceptional Wines

Ready to uncork an incredible wine tasting experience? Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or just beginning to explore the world of wine, an Albatross wine tasting is as much about developing a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship and tradition that imbues every bottle as it is about discovering and exploring new vintages and regions. 

If you’re a novice at wines, our events will elevate your knowledge and understanding. If you’re a longstanding wine aficionado, we’ll help you explore undiscovered corners and hidden niches in the world of wine. Either way, we’re here to share our unfiltered love of the grape in all its variations. Join us: Albatross Wine Co. is ready to guide you on an unforgettable wine journey in every tasting event.

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Reasons Why

A True Wine Guru as Your Guide

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A True Wine Guru as Your Guide

Extend your knowledge and expand your horizons as our owner/sommelier guides you through the world’s wines—one glass at a time.

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A Tasting That Adapts to You

We don’t just pour; we pay attention to what you love. Our tastings are interactive and responsive, evolving based on your group’s preferences and reactions.

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Hidden Gems & Hard-to-Find Treasures

Our mission is uncovering rare, small production wines with a story to tell. You’ll walk away with a newfound appreciation for wines you might never encounter elsewhere.

Connect with Other Wine Enthusiasts

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Connect with Other Wine Enthusiasts

From impressing clients to delighting dates, from meeting new people to having fun with old friends, our tastings help wine lovers and the wine curious alike share in joy of wine.

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No Pressure, Just Palate Pleasing

We’re not here to push specific bottles. Our events help you to define and refine your own personal palate, with a pro sommelier who can guide you to perfect just-for-you wines.

Flexible Options for Wine Tastings

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01 Albatross Wine Tastings
Led by our sommelier and held in our gorgeous tasting room, our own regularly scheduled wine tastings dive into the stories, techniques, and history behind every sip.
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02 Schedule Your Own
Planning your own private gathering? We can help you host it in a spacious and stunning venue designed for unforgettable experiences, orchestrated by a certified sommelier.
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03 Let Us Come to You
We can also bring the experience to you with one of our expert sommeliers and a selection of hand-picked wines, ensuring a perfect, just-for-you tasting anywhere you choose.
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Happy Customers

"Well curated wine selection, exceptional customer 
service and personalized recommendations make 
this my go-to wine shop."

-Henry

"Albatross Wines has become my primary source for 
wines and spirits. Outstanding customer service 
along with competitive prices.  Not to mention 
Ninos hosts some epic tastings!"

-The "Mayor"

"Ninos curates a fantastic selection of wines at Albatross. Albatross really is a wine drinker's wine shop. 
Can't recommend it enough!"

-Daniel