Water Tower Wine is your neighborhood wine shop and wine bar in the heart of Southport’s Historic District. Rooted in local charm and community spirit, we offer 150 American wines and 65 global favorites—your world tour in a glass and a little trip abroad without ever leaving town. Enjoy daily wines by the glass, great beer selections on tap, and snacks to build your own charcuterie board. It’s the perfect place to unwind, connect, and feel at home in Southport.
When we moved to Southport, we were immediately welcomed by the community, and it didn’t take long for us to feel connected. We were inspired to build a small, meaningful business rooted in Southport—something we could build together for our neighbors and friends.
Wendy brought years of experience from owning a staging and design company in Virginia, while I stepped away from the corporate world to pursue something more personal and rooted in connection.
Water Tower Wine grew from that vision. Inspired by our travels, the moments we’ve shared with family and friends, and our love for gathering around good wine, we wanted to create a space that feels warm, approachable, and welcoming to everyone.
We’re grateful and blessed to bring Water Tower Wine to our town, and we look forward to sharing many conversations, glasses, and memories with our Southport neighbors.
Craig & Wendy
Our mini market is thoughtfully stocked so you can enjoy time in our shop, with everything you need to enjoy an appetizer, a relaxing lunch, or a take-out afternoon picnic—perfect for hanging out with friends. We feature standout cured meats from Brooklyn Cured—including sweet soppressata, Tuscan beef salami, bresaola, and prosciutto hams—paired with exceptional cheeses from Beecher’s Handmade Cheese in Seattle, along with classic mini Brie and Camembert from Île-de-France. To complete the board, we feature a curated selection of gourmet crackers and artisanal flatbreads from Di Bruno Bros. in Philadelphia and Rustic Bakery from Sonoma. Alongside these pairings, we offer olives, tapenades, and mustards to finish the experience, plus a selection of fine chocolates thoughtfully chosen to pair with our wine selections. Each selection can be enjoyed as a beautifully prepared charcuterie board—complete with a serving knife—to savor inside the wine bar or on our outdoor patio.

102 W Brown St, Southport, NC, USA
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | Closed | |
Wed | 02:00 pm – 07:00 pm | |
Thu | 02:00 pm – 07:00 pm | |
Fri | 02:00 pm – 08:00 pm | |
Sat | 02:00 pm – 08:00 pm | |
Sun | 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm |
Service Animals permitted inside.
Dogs welcome outside on patios.
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