{"id":5271,"date":"2021-12-20T21:08:23","date_gmt":"2021-12-21T02:08:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/?p=5271"},"modified":"2022-12-08T16:41:06","modified_gmt":"2022-12-08T21:41:06","slug":"10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"10 of the Most Iconic Wine Bars Around the World"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s something quite magical about a wine bar. It feels like its own storybook, and each <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bottle of wine<\/a> gets to tell a different story.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head to a small wine bar to share a bottle of Pinot Noir and transport yourself to the French countryside. Visit one of NYC\u2019s wine bars and pop a bottle of champagne to feel like a royal. Every new wine establishment you visit has a story of its own, and when you visit, you become a part of that tale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to immerse yourself in different chronicles? Explore our guide to 10 of the most iconic wine bars around the world. From quaint hilltop bars in Italy to opulent lounges in Germany, you won\u2019t get enough of the wine <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the tales!<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Septime La Cave \u2013 Paris, France<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting us off with a wine bar in France, it was quite hard to choose just one in this wine country. But if we\u2019re thinking about a place that locals love as much as travelers, then <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Septime La Cave<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is definitely it. Come for the wide variety of orange wine and stay for the charming atmosphere and scrumptious dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Story Fact: We weren\u2019t kidding when we said each place has a story of it\u2019s own! <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Septime <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">actually has a book for sale that delves into the daily life of the restaurant\u2014from their inspirations to recipes and more!\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somm \u2013 Vilnius, Lithuania<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might not have thought that a wine bar from Lithuania would make the list, but we wanted to give a wide spread of wine bars across the world. And <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somm<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over-delivers on each aspect of a wine bar. Top-rated chefs and sommeliers, hand-selected bottle choices, a clean, yet inviting atmosphere. It has everything you\u2019d want to immerse yourself in their wine and their story.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alberto\u2019s Lounge \u2013 Sydney, Australia<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are tons of wine bars in Australia, but we went with <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alberto\u2019s Lounge<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for it\u2019s food, music, company, and of course, wine. It\u2019s like the backdrop of your favorite romance, filled with potential for falling in love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And you really will fall in love. Their gelato and ricotta are made daily, the chefs work tirelessly to create fresh recipes, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wine selection<\/a> thrills. Make this your next stop when you\u2019re in Sydney!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weinbar Rutz \u2013 Berlin, Germany<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re not joking when we say <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weinbar<\/span><\/i> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rutz<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has one of the most extensive and impressive wine lists in the country. They have over <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">900 bottles<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to choose from\u2014900! Quite obviously, they offer a massive variety, from deep, thoughtful reds to joyous, celebratory bubbles. Not to mention, their chef (who once earned a Michelin Star) created a magical tasting menu to match the wine you choose. What a story to create, here!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DiVino Wine Bar \u2013 Budapest, Hungary<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A two-minute walk from St. Stephen\u2019s Basilica, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DiVino Wine Bar<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is full of history and stories. Their main goal is to introduce Hungarian wine culture to more people while simultaneously bringing winemakers closer to the guests. They want that familial feeling while you sit on their outdoor terrace, sipping on their 150 different Hungarian wines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience the divine sense of life with <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DiVino<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enoteca Pitti Gola e Cantina \u2013 Florence, Italy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of family, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enoteca Pitti Gola e Cantina<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a family-run wine bar right in the heart of Florence. Listen to the stories of the owners while you sip on some local Tuscan wine. Situated right on the Piazza Pitti, you can enjoy wonderful food pairings to a wide selection of high-end, small production wines from all over the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Story Fact: All of their wines are offered by the glass, but that\u2019s not all you get! Each order is accompanied by the boundless knowledge of the owners. Get your fix of history, traditions, culture, and wine-making processes when you stop by.<\/span><\/h5>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barrica 94 \u2013 Santiago, Chile<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re stepping away from Europe for a bit to head to the tales found in South America. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-chilean-wine-region\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chile is an underrated wine region<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barrica 94<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will prove that to you. From the outside brick, you wouldn\u2019t imagine the inside to be as luxurious and opulent as it is.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here you\u2019ll get tasty seafood and classic Chilean fare, as well as first-rate Chilean wines. If you\u2019re looking for a place to test your pairing skills, then this cozy yet elegant setting is the place to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vroni\u2019s \u2013 Glasgow, Scotland<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may think of Scotland more for their beer and whisky, but <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vroni\u2019s<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will have you thinking otherwise. It\u2019s one of the best in the city (if not the whole country), because of it\u2019s comprehensive and intimate nature. Think candlelit tables, yet international wines. Imagine bottles of bubbles, yet earthy reds. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vroni\u2019s<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has style <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> selection, and that\u2019s something you don\u2019t want to miss out on!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White Noise Wine Bar \u2013 Seoul, South Korea<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now this is one of our favorite iconic wine bars around the world. Considered a hidden gem for locals, this is a spot that visitors don\u2019t want to miss\u2014especially if you\u2019re a book lover. The bar is actually filled with bookshelves, which are filled with books you are actually <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">encouraged to read<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They want guests to read, talk, and drink, even until closing time (which is 3am!). And if you come alone, don\u2019t worry; they offer seats for one-person guests as well. Enjoy your me-time and your story time!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20Spot \u2013 San Francisco, United States<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last stop on the list is back in the United States. There are <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plenty<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of wine bars across the country, from coast to coast. Today, we chose to go with <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20Spot<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for our U.S. pick. Though it\u2019s not nearly as expansive as some of the European options on this list, it makes up for it with its retro flare.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With heated outdoor seating, reasonably-priced dishes, artsy d\u00e9cor, and stunning picks for their wines by the glass, it\u2019s a stop you want to make while you\u2019re in the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, there you have it! This was a look at some of the top wine bars around the world. Now, don\u2019t forget\u2014there are <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tons<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> more than are on our list. Peruse the town before you go to see which wine bars are standing out; new players come in every day! But, until you visit somewhere in person, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wines \u2018Til Sold Out<\/a> online. Our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at-home wine tasting subscription\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will have you ready to sip and pair before you head out on your next storybook adventure!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5296 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WTSO-Wines-Til-Sold-Out-Online-Wine-Shop-Online-Blog-10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world-1-1-410x1024.jpg\" alt=\"WTSO-Wines-Til-Sold-Out-Online-Wine-Shop-Online-Blog-10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world-1\" width=\"410\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WTSO-Wines-Til-Sold-Out-Online-Wine-Shop-Online-Blog-10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world-1-1-410x1024.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WTSO-Wines-Til-Sold-Out-Online-Wine-Shop-Online-Blog-10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world-1-1-120x300.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WTSO-Wines-Til-Sold-Out-Online-Wine-Shop-Online-Blog-10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world-1-1-768x1920.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WTSO-Wines-Til-Sold-Out-Online-Wine-Shop-Online-Blog-10-of-the-most-iconic-wine-bars-around-the-world-1-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s something quite magical about a wine bar. It feels like its own storybook, and each bottle of wine gets to tell a different story. Head to a small wine bar to share a bottle of Pinot Noir and transport yourself to the French countryside. 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