Wine bar
Unclaimed profile1913 Restaurant & Wine Bar
Roselle, IL · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
1913 Restaurant & Wine Bar runs a serious beverage program. The signature cocktail list is creative, with the Maple Bacon Old Fashion as a standout. The wine list spans Italy, Bordeaux, and beyond, with many by-the-glass options. Over 100 bourbons and whiskeys anchor the spirits program, while the beer list covers local and international styles. Non-alcoholic options exist but are sparse. A well-balanced old fashioned is a customer favorite.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Maple Bacon Old Fashion, a Woodinville bourbon cocktail with black walnut bitters and a candied bacon skewer. For wine, try the Castello Di Volpaia Chianti or the Valle Reale Montepulciano. Beer lovers should consider the Maine Lunch IPA, and spirits enthusiasts can explore the extensive whisky list, including the Yamazaki 12.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the Italian-focused list, while cocktail drinkers will find creative options. Bourbon and whisky fans have a vast selection to explore. The non-alcoholic options are limited, so those seeking a full NA experience may be less impressed.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal, especially for a relaxed wine bar experience. The venue's comprehensive menu suits both casual drinks and more deliberate tastings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Glasses of wine range from $12 to $18, with bottles from $34 to $170. Beers range from $4 to $11, and premium spirits pours run $19 to $35. Cocktail prices are not listed, but the overall range suggests moderate to upscale pricing.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The blend of a creative cocktail list, a deep Italian-focused wine list, and a bourbon collection exceeding 100 expressions sets 1913 apart. The Maple Bacon Old Fashion is a signature touch, and the inclusion of non-alcoholic wine and beer adds versatility.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative cocktail menu with ten offerings, including the Maple Bacon Old Fashion and Figaro.
Standout selections
- — Maple Bacon Old Fashion - Woodinville bourbon, black walnut bitters, maple syrup, cinnamon demerara, candied bacon skewer.
- — Figaro - Figenza fig vodka, elderflower liqueur, port, lime.
- — Paper Plane - Buffalo Trace, Aperol, lemon, Nonino Amaro Quintessentia, simple syrup.
Pricing: Signature cocktails are listed without prices.
Wine
An extensive wine list with strong Italian representation, including Chianti, Barolo, and Amarone, plus Bordeaux and other regions. Available by the glass and bottle.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive wine selection with global representation.; Offers both by-the-glass and bottle options.
Standout selections
- — Castello Di Volpaia Classico Chianti '22 - $15 glass / $52 bottle, Tuscany, Italy.
- — Renato Ratti Marcenasco Barolo '20 - $98, Piedmont, Italy.
- — Masi Costasera Amarone Classico '18 - $105, Veneto, Italy.
- — Argiano Brunello Di Montalcino '20 - $97, Tuscany, Italy.
Pricing: Glasses range from $12 to $18; bottles from $34 to $170.
Beer
A diverse beer list with local and international options, including lagers, ales, stouts, sours, and ciders. Some entries lack prices, but the range is solid.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse beer selection including local and international options.
Standout selections
- — Maine Lunch IPA - 7% ABV, 14 oz, Freeport, ME, $9.
- — La Trappe Quadruple Ale - 10% ABV, 12 oz, Netherlands, $11.
- — Allagash White Witbier - 5.2% ABV, 16 oz, Portland, ME, $7.50.
Pricing: Prices range from $4 to $11.
Nonalcoholic
Limited non-alcoholic options, including a non-alcoholic wheat beer and a couple of non-alcoholic wines. Suitable for designated drivers, but the selection is narrow.
Standout selections
- — Krombacher Weizen N/A - Non-alcoholic wheat beer.
- — Hand on Heart Cabernet '20 - Non-alcoholic red wine, Santa Maria, CA.
- — Giesen Riesling - Non-alcoholic Riesling, Marlborough, New Zealand.
Pricing: Prices not listed for non-alcoholic items.
Spirits
An extensive spirits collection with over 100 bourbons and whiskeys, plus Scotch, Japanese whisky, and tequila. Prices are competitive for premium pours.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and diverse spirits collection.; Includes rare and premium expressions.
Standout selections
- — Yamazaki 12 Yr - Japanese whisky, $28.
- — Lagavulin 16 Yr - Scotch whisky, $30.
- — Macallan 15 Yr - Scotch whisky, $32.
- — Balvenie 14 Yr Caribbean Rum Cask - Scotch whisky, $23.
Pricing: Whisky pours range from $19 to $35.
How it sits with the food
The wine list's Italian reds, such as Chianti and Barolo, suggest pairing with hearty Italian dishes. The food menu is not detailed here, but the beverage program supports a range of pairings, from the Paper Plane cocktail to crisp lagers.
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