Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileMancini’s Char House
Saint Paul, MN · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Mancini's Char House pairs its steakhouse fare with a Chandler Lounge wine list that runs from California house pours to a Mosel Riesling and Veuve Clicquot by the bottle. Glass prices start at $7, bottles at $23, with sparkling and dessert options in between. A dedicated list with enough range to reward a curious drinker.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Dr. L Riesling from Mosel, a crisp, off-dry pour that holds up to rich food. For a larger format, the Franciscan Chardonnay offers a reliable California style. If you want bubbles, the Veuve Clicquot Champagne is a straightforward splurge.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who like a wine list with recognizable names and a few international picks will find easy footing. The range of prices and styles makes it work for a quick glass or a full bottle with dinner.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass run $7 to $16; bottles run $23 to $110. The Dr. L Riesling and Moscato are the low end at $7 a glass, while Veuve Clicquot sits at the top for $100 a bottle.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Chandler Lounge, part of Mancini's Char House, lays out a wine list that stretches from California house wines to a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and a Provence rosé. It's a dedicated list with enough geographic variety to make pairing an actual exercise.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A dedicated wine list with white, red, sparkling, and dessert options by glass and bottle. Selections span Italy, France, Germany, New Zealand, and California, including house wines and named producers. Pricing is approachable, with several glasses under $10.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated wine list covering white, red, sparkling, and dessert wines.
- — Regional range from Italy and France to Germany, New Zealand, and California.
- — Accessible pricing with glasses starting at $7 and bottles at $23.
Standout selections
- — Dr. L Riesling from Mosel, Germany, at $7 a glass is a keen value.
- — Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand, offers a benchmark style.
- — Franciscan Chardonnay represents a solid California option.; Veuve Clicquot Champagne by the bottle adds a celebratory choice.
Pricing: Glasses $7–$16; bottles $23–$110
How it sits with the food
The Riesling's slight sweetness can cut through rich, fatty steak, while the Franciscan Chardonnay's oak may stand up to grilled meats. A bottle of the Coppola Diamond Pinot Grigio offers a lighter counterpoint.
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