Wine bar
Unclaimed profilePostino Heights
Houston, TX · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Postino Heights is a wine bar built around Postino-exclusive bottles, with red, white, rosé, and sparkling options. The wine list spans $21 to $29, featuring notable pours like Antioch Zinfandel and Holly's Way Chardonnay. A compact craft beer selection includes Texas breweries, and nonalcoholic lemonades round out the program. Promotions like happy hour and Board + Bottle make the exclusive bottles a practical draw.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Antioch Zinfandel ($23), a Postino-exclusive pour with black cherry, black raspberry, dark chocolate, and vanilla notes. For something lighter, the Blume Rosé ($27) offers a crisp option. The Board + Bottle promotion pairs a bottle with a bruschetta board, a good route for exploring the exclusives.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine drinkers seeking exclusive bottles at moderate prices will find the program appealing. The range of varietals—from Zinfandel to Chenin Blanc to Moscato—offers something for both red and white enthusiasts. Craft beer fans may appreciate the local Texas selections, though the list is intentionally small.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour promotions are mentioned, making an off-peak visit a practical time to sample the exclusive wines at a better value.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wine bottles range from $21 to $29, with craft beers at $6–$7 per bottle or can. Nonalcoholic beverages have no listed prices, but the wine pricing keeps a full bottle accessible compared to typical wine bar markups.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The focus on Postino-exclusive bottles sets the wine list apart, featuring labels like Boire Gamay and Curator Reserve Chenin Blanc that aren't broadly available. The pricing structure, with most bottles under $30, makes these exclusives more approachable than typical wine bar lists.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A wine bar with a focused list of Postino-exclusive bottles spanning red, white, rosé, and sparkling. Eight named selections include detailed tasting notes for several, and the price band stays accessible. Promotions like happy hour and Board + Bottle add value to the exclusive focus.
Menu strengths
- — Postino-exclusive bottles provide a distinctive lineup not found elsewhere.
- — Detailed tasting notes accompany selections like Antioch Zinfandel and Holly's Way Chardonnay, aiding choice.
- — Reasonable pricing across the board, from $21 to $29 per bottle.
Standout selections
- — Antioch Zinfandel ($23) – notes of black cherry, black raspberry, dark chocolate, and vanilla.
- — Holly's Way Chardonnay ($29) – white peach, green apple, green pear, lemon curd, and spice.
Pricing: Bottles $21–$29
Beer
A compact craft beer list with six options, including IPAs, a sour ale, and a cider. Local Texas breweries like Lone Pint and Eureka Heights are represented, and the price point is accessible. The selection is small but covers a few key styles.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Texas breweries such as Lone Pint and Eureka Heights.
- — Diversity in styles with IPAs, a sour ale, and a cider.
- — Bottle and can prices stay low at $6–$7.
Standout selections
- — Lone Pint Yellow Rose IPA ($7) – a Texas IPA.
- — Eureka Heights Fruity Haze Haze IPA ($7) – a hazy IPA.
- — Prairie Rainbow Sherbert Sour Ale ($7) – a sour ale.
Pricing: $6–$7 per bottle/can
Nonalcoholic
The nonalcoholic menu includes lemonades, iced tea, and soft drinks. Named options like Arnold Palmer, Cucumber Honey Lemonade, and Prickly Pear Lemonade show a step beyond standard sodas. No prices are specified, but the range offers a refreshing counterpoint to the wine list.
Menu strengths
- — Flavored lemonades like Cucumber Honey and Prickly Pear add originality.
- — Classic Arnold Palmer and iced tea provide familiar options.
- — Nonalcoholic choices are clearly listed alongside the bar program.
Standout selections
- — Cucumber Honey Lemonade – a nonalcoholic lemonade with cucumber and honey.
- — Prickly Pear Lemonade – a nonalcoholic lemonade with prickly pear.
Pricing: Prices not listed
How it sits with the food
The wine list's aromatic profiles, such as the Antioch Zinfandel's dark fruit and vanilla, would suit the style of food typically served at such venues.
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