Very excited to start sharing our favorite wine bars around the country!
Check back often for new places to visit!
This site will focus on special places meeting our Weekly WIne Notes "Wine Bar" Definition:
An establishment focused primarily on a variety of by-the-glass wine offerings, accompanied by snacks and small plates;
it is NOT a restaurant with a long wine list.
Enjoy!
GEORGIA
- Wine Bar on the River - Savannah, Georgia
- 208 Wine Bar - Savannah, Georgia
This is what a wine bar should be! Upon walking in, you instantly sense the relaxing, comfortable and peaceful neighborhood spot atmosphere. Everyone is happy to be there, between a few tourists enjoying their vacation and the locals who come in often to catch up over a glass of wine. As a single patron that day, and a new visitor, I enjoyed myself immensely chatting with everyone.
The bartender was very engaging, knowledgable and professional, walking me through their wine menu and by-the-glass and flight options. As it was Spring rosé season, I opted for a rosé flight, selected by the bartender, plus one Albariño that also sounded interesting. Very fun and informative. With over 30 wines by-the-glass, from over eight different countries, there is something for everyone! This is what a wine bar menu should look like - a large number of wines with geographic variety. All the wines were also available by the bottle for purchase, to drink in the bar or take home. One note: The food offering is a charcuterie tray that looks very impressive. A couple other simple small plates would do very well there - would love to see more options.
With the very professional and engaging staff, great atmosphere and excellent by-the-glass wine list, I will definitely be back to the
Wine Bar on the River!
208 Wine Bar - Savannah, Georgia
For several years now the 208 Wine Bar has been my go-to on every Savannah visit. They have an incredible 80+ wines-by-the-glass list! From over 13 different countries! This wine bar is for every wine palate, ranging from the 90% just wanting to try good easy wines, to those wanting to learn a little more, and then also for those looking for a serious education. I'm always the one asking for the most obscure glass of wine for my continued education. The bartenders are extremely knowledgable, which is a must for this massive wine list. Menu offerings include several different wine flights and small plates of food.
208 Wine Bar is located in a historic 160 year old building on the riverfront. The tables are made from reclaimed wood and the columns from 1800's ship masts. There are always other parties at the bar also "pouring" through the wine list looking for the next interesting glass, adding to the fun, engaging atmosphere. Two requests for this establishment: 1) Bring back the blind tastings! That was so fun (and always educational) for those who dared to blind as entertainment for the other patrons, and 2) Love the added small plate menu, but the quality needs to better match the great quality of the wine list.
The quality and variety of this massive 80+ wines-by-the-glass wine list makes the
208 Wine Bar a
must on your next Savannah visit!
Virginia, Atlanta and Boston - Next on the list for visits and reviews!
