Restaurant
Unclaimed profileLemaire
Richmond, VA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Lemaire's beverage program spans eight creative cocktails, a 200-plus wine list with Coravin pours, local Virginia drafts, and a thoughtful mocktail lineup. Cocktails like the smoked Old Fashioned draw praise, while the wine program's depth and reserve-by-the-glass options stand out. After-dinner spirits add a refined close.
- What should I order?
- Start with the smoked Old Fashioned, if available, or the Japanese whisky-based Rush Hour. For wine, explore the reserve selections via Coravin, such as the Château Lassègue. End with a Churchill's 20 Year Tawny Port.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-constructed drinks, wine lovers wanting global depth, and non-drinkers who appreciate layered mocktails will all find something to enjoy.
- When should I go?
- The bar lounge is a good spot for evening cocktails, while the dessert menu with ports and cognacs suits after-dinner lingering.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Dessert wines range from $13 to $22 by the glass; cordials and cognacs from $9 to $16. Cocktail and beer prices are not listed, so expect mid-range to upscale pricing typical of a full-service restaurant.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is named after neighborhoods, adding local character. The wine program's Coravin system offers rare reserve wines by the glass, and the mocktail list shows serious non-alcoholic craft.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Eight signature cocktails with detailed ingredients show creativity and range.
Menu strengths
- — Creative and diverse cocktail list with unique ingredients.
Standout selections
- — Rumors of War: Buffalo Trace bourbon, Amaro Montenegro, Lillet blanc, fig syrup, Angostura bitters.
Pricing: Pricing not listed on the drinks menu.
Wine
An extensive list with over 200 global selections, reserve pours via Coravin, and a dedicated dessert wine list. This is a serious wine program with notable depth and service options.
Menu strengths
- — Deep and diverse wine list with global selections.
- — Reserve wines by the glass via Coravin system.
Standout selections
- — Krug Grand Cuvée 172nd Edition Brut
- — Château Lassègue Saint Émilion Grand Cru '13 via Coravin
- — Churchill's 20 Year Old Tawny Port
Pricing: Corkage $25 per bottle; dessert wines $13-$22 by the glass; most list prices not disclosed.
Beer
Beer menu features local Virginia craft drafts and a range of bottled options. The draft list changes, offering regional variety, though no prices are provided.
Menu strengths
- — Local Virginia craft beers featured on draft.; Variety of bottled beers available.
Standout selections
- — Blue Mountain Full Nelson Pale Ale (VA)
Pricing: Pricing not listed on the menu.
Nonalcoholic
Four signature mocktails with fresh juices and house-made syrups.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail menu with creative options.; Positive community feedback on mocktail quality.
Standout selections
- — Monroe Park: white cranberry, lime, mint, agave, soda
- — Pony Pasture: blood orange, lemon, honey, ginger beer
Pricing: Pricing not listed on the menu.
Spirits
After-dinner spirits include a selection of cordials, brandy, and cognac. While not a full spirits list, the curated options provide a solid conclusion to a meal.
Menu strengths
- — After-dinner spirits selection includes a variety of cordials and cognacs.
Standout selections
- — D'usse VSOP; Remy Martin 1738; Catoctin Creek 1757 Brandy
Pricing: Cordials $8-$12; brandy and cognac $10-$22.
How it sits with the food
The extensive wine list and creative cocktails pair well with the restaurant's upscale Southern-influenced menu, though specific pairings are not documented.
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