Wine bar
Unclaimed profileMontrose Cheese & Wine
Houston, TX · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Montrose Cheese & Wine is a wine bar with a globally sourced list emphasizing value and discovery. Wines by the glass span Austria, France, Spain, and Slovenia, with flights and free Wednesday tastings encouraging exploration. Cocktails focus on spritzes, and a non-alcoholic Ghia spritz rounds out the menu. Wine club tiers curated by June Rodil MS add depth for regulars.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Wine Flight or Premier Wine Flight for a curated tour. For a glass, the Grüner Veltliner from Burgenland offers crisp value, or the Pinot Noir-Zweigelt from Austria for something unique. Pair with a cheese board.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts seeking international variety without pretension. The free Wednesday tastings and wine club appeal to those wanting to learn. Spritz lovers and non-alcoholic drinkers also find options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass run $7-$9 for 3oz, $14-$18 for 6oz. Flights cost $28-$34. Cocktails are $12-$15, and non-alcoholic drinks range $3-$12.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The wine list prioritizes lesser-known regions like Slovenia and Burgenland, with accessible pricing. The wine club, curated by a Master Sommelier, and free tastings create a community-focused educational environment.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A concise spritz-centric cocktail list, including The Swirl and several spritzes, with a non-alcoholic Ghia Spritz. Prices are moderate, but descriptions are minimal.
Menu strengths
- — Spritz variety offers refreshing, low-alcohol options; Includes a non-alcoholic spritz for designated drivers
Standout selections
- — The Swirl ($15); Cappelletti Spritz ($14)
Pricing: Cocktails priced between $12 and $15.
Wine
An outstanding wine program with a diverse, international by-the-glass list, educational flights, and free weekly tastings. Wine club tiers add depth for enthusiasts.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse regions including Austria, France, Spain, and Slovenia
- — Wine flights and free Wednesday tastings encourage exploration
- — Wine club curated by Master Sommelier June Rodil
Standout selections
- — Grüner Veltliner, Volker Wines, Burgenland, Austria 2025
- — Pinot Noir-Zweigelt, June's Rosé, Traisental, Austria NV
- — Welschriesling-Yellow Muscat, Pullus 'Haložan', Štajerska, Slovenia 2023
Pricing: Wine by the glass $7-$9 for 3oz, $14-$18 for 6oz, bottles $48-$60. Flights $28-$34.
Nonalcoholic
A solid non-alcoholic program featuring a Ghia Spritz and a full coffee menu with espresso, cold brew, and tea. Prices are reasonable, but only one N/A cocktail is offered.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of coffee and tea options; Non-alcoholic spritz provides a cocktail alternative
Pricing: Non-alcoholic beverages priced from $3 to $12.
How it sits with the food
Cheese boards and caviar service are available to complement the wine list. Customers praise the pairings, suggesting the food is selected to enhance the beverage experience.
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