The Pine Bar

Athens, GA

Inebrious

Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-09-21 · Based on current public sources

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

The editorial take

The Pine Bar runs a wine-first program with a full bar alongside it. Four named bottles anchor the list: 2020 La Plage Rose du Var at $8 a glass, Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2017 at $10 a glass or $40 a bottle, and two featured bottles limited to 12 bottles each. Tuesday takes 50% off all open bottles by the glass. The Pine Wine Club costs $75 annually and includes four quarterly tastings, a buddy pass, two discounted member events, and 20% off bottles while dining. The Third Wednesday Wine Tasting serves five wines with cheese, charcuterie, and tapas for $20.

What should I order?: Start with the Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2017, $10 a glass or $40 a bottle, or the 2020 La Plage Rose du Var at $8 a glass. If you want a cocktail, the bartender-recommended espresso martini with cold foam is the one named pour.
Who will enjoy this place?: Wine drinkers who want a glass list with named bottles and a clear membership path, and cocktail drinkers who want a full bar with a recommended espresso martini.
When should I go?: Tuesdays for 50% off all open bottles of wine by the glass, or the Third Wednesday Wine Tasting for five wines with cheese, charcuterie, and tapas.
What should I expect to spend?: Glasses run $8 to $10. Bottles run $40 for the Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2017, with featured bottles at $19.99 to $20.99. The Pine Wine Club is $75 annually. The Third Wednesday Wine Tasting is $20.
What makes the beverage program distinctive?: A $75 annual wine club with four quarterly tastings, a buddy pass, two discounted member events, and 20% off bottles while dining, plus an online shop, The Pine Wine Selections, with Scott's Picks, Wine Club, Monthly Wine Box, and Special Orders.

Beverage categories

We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.

Wine

The Pine Wine Club is $75 annually with four quarterly tastings, a buddy pass, two discounted member events, and 20% off bottles while dining.

Menu strengths

— Four named bottles, including two featured wines limited to 12 bottles each.
— Tuesday offers 50% off all open bottles of wine by the glass.
— The Pine Wine Club is $75 annually with four quarterly tastings, a buddy pass, two discounted member events, and 20% off bottles while dining.

Standout selections

— Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2017, Piedmont Italy, $10 a glass and $40 a bottle, named Pine Bar Wine Bar of the Month.
— 2020 La Plage Rose du Var France, $8 a glass, sustainably grown southern varietals.
— Domaine du Salvard Cheverny Rosé 2020, Loire Valley France, 65% Pinot Noir and 35% Gamay, limited to 12 bottles.
— Au Bon Climat Pinot Gris/Pinot Blanc 2019, Santa Maria Valley California, 75% Pinot Gris and 25% Pinot Blanc, limited to 12 bottles.

Pricing: La Plage Rose du Var $8 a glass; Borgogno Barbera d'Alba 2017 $10 a glass, $40 a bottle; Cheverny Rosé 2020 $20.99 a bottle; Au Bon Climat 2019 $19.99 a bottle; Pine Wine Club $75 annually; Third Wednesday Wine Tasting $20.

How it sits with the food

The Third Wednesday Wine Tasting includes cheese, charcuterie, and tapas alongside five wines for $20.

Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.

About this review

Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.

Review methodology and evidence standards

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