Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileCapo Wine Bar
Lafayette, IN · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Capo Wine Bar builds its identity around a varietal-organized wine list that runs from Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Chianti through Pinot Noir, Rosé, Chardonnay, and Prosecco. A custom three-wine flight arrives with a palate-cleansing sample, and the Wine Club adds tiered monthly subscriptions ($45–$55) plus 20% off any bottle every Wednesday. The beer menu covers American styles, imports, IPAs, and seltzers, while non-alcoholic drinkers get Heineken 00 and standard soft drinks. Wine is clearly the point here; the rest is steady support.
- What should I order?
- Start with the custom three-wine flight, which includes a palate-cleansing sample and lets you compare across the varietal list. If you prefer a full pour, the Catena Malbec and Chateau d'Esclans Rosé are both available by 3 oz, 6 oz, or 9 oz, and the Kosta Browne Pinot Noir is a bottle-only option. For a lighter finish, La Marca Prosecco is poured by the glass or bottle.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine drinkers who want to compare across varietals by the glass or through a flight, and anyone interested in a recurring club with monthly tastings and bottle discounts. Beer drinkers will find a familiar domestic, import, and IPA spread, while non-alcoholic drinkers have a narrower set of options.
- When should I go?
- Wednesday is the day Wine Club members receive 20% off any bottle, making it the obvious choice for bottle-focused visits. The custom flight and by-the-glass list suit an evening of comparison, and the monthly club tastings give members a recurring reason to stop in.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wine Club subscriptions run $45/month for two whites, $50/month for a red-and-white mix, and $55/month for two reds. Members get a 10% merchandise discount, free monthly tastings, and 20% off any bottle every Wednesday. The wine list is available by 3 oz, 6 oz, 9 oz, or bottle, so pours can be scaled to budget.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The combination of a varietal-organized list, a custom three-wine flight with a palate-cleansing sample, and a structured Wine Club with recurring monthly subscriptions and Wednesday bottle discounts sets Capo apart from a standard by-the-glass wine bar. A specialty Italian section featuring Becco Reale Pecorino and Pasqua Frizzante Sweet Red, plus wine-based drinks like red and white slushies and mimosas, adds further range.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A varietal-organized list covering Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Chianti, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Moscato, Zinfandel, Rosé, Chardonnay, Sparkling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and Prosecco. A specialty Italian section adds Becco Reale Pecorino and Pasqua Frizzante Sweet Red. The custom three-wine flight with a palate-cleansing sample and a structured Wine Club with tiered subscriptions give the program real depth beyond the pour list.
Menu strengths
- — Varietal-organized list spanning 14 named grape categories, from Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec to Riesling and Prosecco.
- — Custom three-wine flight includes a palate-cleansing sample, turning the list into a structured comparison.
- — Wine Club offers three monthly subscription tiers, free monthly tastings, a 10% merchandise discount, and 20% off any bottle every Wednesday.
Standout selections
- — Catena Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina, available by 3 oz, 6 oz, 9 oz, or bottle.
- — Chateau d'Esclans Rosé from Provence, France, available by 3 oz, 6 oz, 9 oz, or bottle.
- — Kosta Browne Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley, a bottle-only selection on the list.
- — La Marca Prosecco from Italy, available by 3 oz, 6 oz, 9 oz, or bottle.
Pricing: Wine Club subscriptions: Capo Whites $45/month (two whites), Capo Mix $50/month (one red, one white), Capo Reds $55/month (two reds). Members receive 20% off any bottle every Wednesday and a 10% merchandise discount. Wine pours available by 3 oz, 6 oz, 9 oz, or bottle.
Beer
Import list covers Modelo, Corona Extra, Pacifico, Dos Equis, Heineken, Stella Artois, and Guinness Draught.
Menu strengths
- — Broad bottled selection spanning American styles, imports, IPAs, and seltzers.
- — Import list covers Modelo, Corona Extra, Pacifico, Dos Equis, Heineken, Stella Artois, and Guinness Draught.
- — IPA section includes Bells Two Hearted, Lagunitas IPA, Gumball Head, Hoppopotomus, Dare Devil Lift Off, and Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing.
Standout selections
- — Bells Two Hearted, an IPA on the bottled list.
- — Guinness Draught, an import stout.; Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing, a hazy IPA.
Nonalcoholic
The non-alcoholic side is deliberately light: Heineken 00 is listed under imports, and standard soft drink options round out the selection. It covers the basic need without the range found in the wine or beer lists.
Menu strengths
- — Heineken 00 non-alcoholic beer is listed under imports.
Standout selections
- — Heineken 00, a non-alcoholic beer listed under imports.
How it sits with the food
Handpicked charcuterie boards are designed to pair with the wine selection, giving a straightforward food anchor for a flight or a bottle from the list.
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