Wine bar
Unclaimed profileStella's Wine Bar
Houston, TX · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Stella's Wine Bar is a serious wine destination in offering a list of over 4,000 selections and nearly 60 by the glass. Themed flights like Bubblicious and Cru Control showcase regional depth, while sommelier-led events such as Symposium Saturdays add educational value. Cocktails are available on request, and the spirits program includes premium flights. A 30% discount on bottles to go enhances its appeal for collectors.
- What should I order?
- Start with a themed flight like What's Rhône New With You? Or Banking on Bordeaux. For sparkling, the Bubblicious flight delivers variety. The Smoke & Honey Old Fashioned offers a creative reimagining, while the B&B Signature Rosé Sangria is a refreshing wine tail. Don't miss the 30% off bottles to go.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the vast selection and educational events. Sommelier-led tastings and themed flights appeal to those seeking depth. The intimate, upscale atmosphere suits serious drinkers and collectors. Guests looking for a quick beer or non-alcoholic option also find reasonable choices.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal for flights, while Symposium Saturdays and Stella's Wine Games offer structured tastings. The heated patio provides comfort for year-round sipping.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass range 14-120, flights 19-100, and bottles 44-925. Cocktails and wine tails are 15-16, while spirited flights and specialties run 22-100. Beers and non-alcoholic options are 7-19.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 4,000+ selection wine list is a standout, complemented by over 30 regions and nearly 60 by-the-glass options. Sommelier-led events and creative flights like Cru Control set it apart. The 30% discount on bottles to go is a practical perk for collectors.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Cocktails are available upon request, with creative wine tails like Americano Spritzer and B&B Signature Rosé Sangria. Spirited specialties include The Smoke & Honey Old Fashioned and The $100 Gin & Tonic.
Menu strengths
- — Unique wine tails blend wine with classic cocktail elements.
Standout selections
- — B&B Signature Rosé Sangria – St. Germain, Aperol, white cranberry, fresh berries, sparkling rosé.
- — The Smoke & Honey – Glenmorangie The Nectar 16 yr, Sauternes, Regan's Orange Bitters.
Pricing: Wine tails 15-16; spirits specialties 22-100.
Wine
A monumental wine program with over 4,000 selections, nearly 60 by the glass, and over 30 regions. Themed flights and sommelier-led events provide educational depth. 30% off bottles to go.
Menu strengths
- — Exceptional depth with 4,000+ selections.; Diverse flights covering regions and producers.
Standout selections
- — Cru Control: Ceretto's MGA-nificent Barolo flight – $100.
- — What's Rhône New With You? Flight – Rhône varietals, $32.
- — Bubblicious flight – sparkling wines, $24.
Pricing: By-the-glass 14-120; flights 19-100; bottles 44-925.
Beer
A modest but solid beer list includes local options like Karbach Hopadillo and a non-alcoholic Athletic Brewing. The highlight is Duchesse de Bourgogne at $14.
Standout selections
- — Duchesse de Bourgogne – Flanders Red Ale, Belgium, 750ml, $14.
- — Karbach Hopadillo – American IPA, $8.
Pricing: Beers 7-14.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic offerings include Athletic Brewing Co. Athletica and dealcoholized wines from Leitz, providing quality choices for abstainers.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a non-alcoholic beer and dealcoholized wines.; Reasonable pricing for the category.
Standout selections
- — Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Sparkling Rosé – 0.5% abv, Germany, $19.
- — Athletic Brewing Co. Athletica – N/A Mexican-Style Copper, $8.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic options 8-19.
Spirits
A curated spirits program focuses on premium flights and creative cocktails, including mezcal and whiskey experiences. The Smoke & Honey Old Fashioned and Whistle Pig Bespoke Series stand out.
Menu strengths
- — Premium and unique spirit offerings.; Creative cocktail reimaginings.
Standout selections
- — Whistle Pig Bespoke Series – 12 year Single Barrel Finished, $60.
- — Up in Smoke – Mezcal Experience with Del Maguey Wild Jabali, Dos Hombres Tobala, Vago Ensamble, $40.
- — The $100 Gin & Tonic – Rochelt Annia's Gin, Liber & Co Tonic Syrup, Gerolsteiner.
Pricing: Spirited flights and specialties 22-100.
How it sits with the food
The wine program's regional diversity supports pairing with a range of cuisines, from Rhône wines with roasted meats to sparkling flights with appetizers. The bar's sangria and wine tails could complement lighter fare, though specific food menu details are not documented.
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