Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileFarina Pizzeria & Wine Bar Downtown
Albuquerque, NM · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Downtown's wine bar side of this pizzeria runs a serious program: a standard list organized by wine, aperitivo/digestivo, and reserve sections, with by-the-glass pours from $9 and bottles climbing to $450. The reserve tier shows real ambition, yet everyday options like the Michele Chiarlo Barbera d'Asti keep things accessible. The beer list is shorter but smart, mixing Czech, Belgian, German, and New Mexico picks. Wine remains the main draw.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Michele Chiarlo Barbera d'Asti, a by-the-glass red that shows the list's Italian lean. For something deeper, the Ca'rome Barbaresco '16 is a reserve-level Nebbiolo worth the splurge. If beer suits the mood, the Steel Bender Hazy IPA or Kolsch offers a local pour.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine drinkers who want both a casual glass and access to serious bottles. The aperitivo/digestivo section with ports, sherries, and madeira will appeal to those who like to end a meal properly. Beer fans will appreciate the imported classics and local New Mexico options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass run $9 to $15; standard bottles $34 to $58. Reserve bottles start at $85 and reach $450. Beer prices range from $6 to $14.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The list is organized with distinct wine, aperitivo/digestivo, and reserve sections, offering everything from a $9 Vinho Verde to a $450 Barbaresco. By-the-glass flexibility meets high-end bottle depth, and the beer list adds local New Mexico choices like Steel Bender.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A structured list spanning wine, aperitivo/digestivo, and reserve sections. By-the-glass pours cover chardonnay, pinot grigio, sauvignon blanc, cabernet sauvignon, and barbera. Reserve bottles reach $450, showing serious depth for a pizzeria wine bar.
Menu strengths
- — Clear organization into wine, aperitivo/digestivo, and reserve categories, making navigation easy.
- — By-the-glass and bottle options provide flexibility across a range of varietals.
- — Reserve list includes high-end Nebbiolo and Burgundy bottles at $400–$450.
Standout selections
- — Ca'rome Barbaresco '16 – a $450 Nebbiolo from Italy's Barbaresco zone.
- — Michele Chiarlo Barbera d'Asti – $14 a glass, $54 a bottle, a Piedmont red.
- — Gazela Vinho Verde – $9 a glass, $34 a bottle, a fresh Portuguese white.
- — Gruet Blanc de Blancs – $85, a New Mexico sparkling wine.
Pricing: Glasses $9–$15; standard bottles $34–$58; reserve bottles $85–$450.
Beer
A compact list mixing domestic, imported, and local New Mexico options. Draft and bottled choices include Italian, Czech, Belgian, German, and New Mexico selections, with prices from $6 to $14.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local New Mexico beers from Steel Bender and Sandia.
- — Imported range spans Pilsner Urquell, Weihenstephaner, and Piraat.
Standout selections
- — Steel Bender Hazy IPA or Kolsch – $7, a local New Mexico craft option.
- — Piraat Belgian Ale – $13, a Belgian strong ale.
- — Weihenstephaner Doppelbock – $14, a German classic.; Old Rasputin Imperial Stout – $11, a robust dark pour.
Pricing: Beers $6–$14.
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