Our proprietor, Chuck Waldmann, has carefully curated each bottle in our expanded selection of wines, beers, and spirits from interesting producers in the Washington, D.C. region and from around the world.
Cordial Craft Wine, Beer and Spirits at the District Wharf is focused on making local, artisanal libations available to all. Think mom-and-pop vineyards, groups of friends making small batches of craft brews and tasty spirits that aren't backed by multi-million dollar ad campaigns. These are the sorts of beverages that Cordial will proudl
Cordial Craft Wine, Beer and Spirits at the District Wharf is focused on making local, artisanal libations available to all. Think mom-and-pop vineyards, groups of friends making small batches of craft brews and tasty spirits that aren't backed by multi-million dollar ad campaigns. These are the sorts of beverages that Cordial will proudly stock. We have intimate relationships with our suppliers and take pride in supporting small and local producers.
Cordial is not your typical mass market beer & wine shop. While we respect all brands, it’s our passion to help bring smaller producers to the marketplace through our valuable relationships with independent importers and boutique distributors.
A long-time wine industry professional who made his way through the ranks as a wine, beer and spirits buyer for some of the largest wine retailers in the U.S., Chuck Waldmann took over Cordial Craft Wines and Spirits at the District Wharf in June 2019.
If you asked him how he got into the wine business,, he'd tell you it's by studying Me
A long-time wine industry professional who made his way through the ranks as a wine, beer and spirits buyer for some of the largest wine retailers in the U.S., Chuck Waldmann took over Cordial Craft Wines and Spirits at the District Wharf in June 2019.
If you asked him how he got into the wine business,, he'd tell you it's by studying Medieval history and theology as an undergrad followed by years of waiting tables in his hometown of Dayton, Ohio.
And while he's worked for larger organizations, his passion has always been promoting wines, beer and spirits from small, family-run producers who maintain a connection to the soil and to their craft.