Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileC' Amore Italian Restaurant
Centennial, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
C' Amore positions itself as a wine bar with an all-Italian list spanning Valpolicella, Super Tuscans, and Aglianico, poured by the glass or bottle. The drink menu also offers Italian sodas, San Pellegrino-based refreshers, and a few lagers. Cocktails are minimal, but the wine focus and approachable pricing give the bar a clear identity.
- What should I order?
- Start with a glass of Barberani Rosato Amore or the Pratesi Super Tuscan. For a non-alcoholic option, the Italian Strawberry Lemonade or a vanilla creme soda delivers. If beer is preferred, Peroni Nastro Azzurro fits the Italian theme.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine drinkers seeking a regional Italian tour without heavy markups will find value. Casual diners wanting a straightforward Italian soda or lager will also be satisfied. Cocktail enthusiasts may find the limited mixed-drink selection underwhelming.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when the wine list can be explored at leisure. The bar suits a relaxed dinner or a pre-meal glass, though specific hours are not documented.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass run $13–$17; bottles from $47 to $75. San Pellegrino soda is $5, and a Peroni is $8. Coffee drinks range $4–$7.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A fully Italian wine list with regional depth—Veneto, Piedmont, Tuscany, Umbria, Basilicata—at accessible prices. The San Pellegrino-based Italian sodas and lemonade add a playful, non-alcoholic counterpoint.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Limited cocktail list: Italian Strawberry Lemonade and Italian Creme Sodas, plus a community-noted amaro and soda. No dedicated cocktail program; drinks are simple and Italian-inspired.
Menu strengths
- — Italian-inspired non-alcoholic refreshers like the Strawberry Lemonade and Creme Soda.
Standout selections
- — Italian Strawberry Lemonade: strawberry puree, simple syrup, San Pellegrino Lemonata.
Pricing: San Pellegrino soda $5; no pricing for other mixed drinks documented.
Wine
Extensive all-Italian list with red, white, rosato, and sparkling options. Regional diversity from Valpolicella to Aglianico.
Menu strengths
- — Broad regional Italian coverage in both glass and bottle formats.
- — Bottle-only options like Aglianico and Chianti Classico add depth.
Standout selections
- — Brigaldara Valpolicella 2022 – Veneto, $13 glass / $49 bottle.
- — Pratesi Super Tuscan Locorosso 2023 – $15 glass / $56 bottle.
- — Cantina del Notaio Aglianico L'Atto 2021 – Basilicata, $47 bottle.
Pricing: Glasses $13–$17; bottles $47–$75.
Beer
Three bottled lagers: two Italian (Peroni, Moretti) and one domestic (Coors). Limited but thematically appropriate; no draft options.
Standout selections
- — Peroni Nastro Azzurro – Italian lager, 5.0% ABV, $8.
Pricing: Peroni $8; Coors Banquet $9; Birra Moretti price not documented.
Nonalcoholic
Strong non-alcoholic range: espresso drinks, Italian sodas, San Pellegrino sodas, flavored iced teas, and Italian Strawberry Lemonade. Good variety for designated drivers or abstainers.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple Italian-inspired sodas and lemonade.; Coffee program with espresso, cappuccino, and latte.
Standout selections
- — Italian Creme Soda – San Pellegrino Aranciata with heavy cream and syrup choices.
- — Italian Strawberry Lemonade – strawberry puree, simple syrup, San Pellegrino Lemonata.
Pricing: Latte $7, cappuccino $6, espresso $4/$7, San Pellegrino soda $5, soda $4.50.
Spirits
Lacks the breadth to justify a higher score.
How it sits with the food
Italian wines naturally pair with the restaurant's cuisine; a Valpolicella suits tomato-based pastas, while a Pecorino or Soave complements seafood. The menu's gluten-free accommodations suggest flexibility for pairing needs.
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