Unfiltered Conversation

Unfiltered Wine Bar

When Nina Hasham and Haafiz Hasham opened Unfiltered Wine Bar in June 2025, they wanted to create a true “third place”—somewhere warm and welcoming for discovery over a glass of wine. “There’s nothing better than unfiltered conversation over a glass of wine, which is exactly what inspired the name,” says Nina. The couple, both from corporate backgrounds in energy and sustainability, built much of the cozy space themselves. Design details tell a story: stucco walls nod to concrete fermentation, handmade oak tables honour aging barrels and a deconstructed French oak barrel from Bordeaux hangs on the wall. Greens, terracotta, browns and a leafy tile inform the concept of terroir. The rotating wine list features several wines by the glass at any time, balancing familiar grapes with unexpected finds. Wine flights offer three three-ounce pours for easy exploration with wines also available by the bottle. To complement the wine, they offer a small, changing menu of high-quality bar bites. “Our concept is all about discovery and exploration: pouring without pretension,” says Nina. Watch for education and experimental classes to launch this year.

Unfiltered Wine Bar | 1020 14th St. S.W. | 403.991.9463 | winebarunfiltered.com