Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Wine Barrel
Parker, CO · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Wine Barrel operates as a micro-winery, crafting wines on-site from imported grape skins and juice. The list spans fruit wines, whites, reds, and dessert styles, with a notable smoked series. Award-winning labels like Twenty Mile Red and Carménère anchor a program that rewards exploration. A VIP membership sweetens repeat visits. Customers praise the selection and welcoming vibe.
- What should I order?
- Start with a glass of Twenty Mile Red, a gold and silver medal Tempranillo. For something unusual, try Smoked Twenty Mile Red, finished with peach wood. Lavender Riesling offers a limited-edition bronze medal option. Sunset delivers a fruity, rum-tinged pour.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts seeking small-production, locally made bottles with unique smoked expressions. The VIP membership appeals to regulars who value discounts. The family-like atmosphere and knowledgeable staff, including a sommelier, suit newcomers and collectors alike.
- When should I go?
- Visit for a relaxed tasting experience, especially on weekends when the patio invites lingering. The venue's welcoming community makes it a spot for casual meetups with friends or a solo pour at the bar.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Fruit wines run $9 a glass or $17.99 a bottle; whites $10–$13 a glass or $19.99–$26.99 a bottle; reds $12 a glass or $24.99 a bottle. Smoked wines like Smoked Twenty Mile Red are $28.99 a bottle.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Wine Barrel is a working micro-winery, producing wines in-house from imported grape skins and juice. Its smoked wine series—including peach wood–smoked Twenty Mile Red—stands out. Award recognition across multiple labels and a sommelier on staff reinforce a serious, hands-on approach.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A broad, award-winning wine program from an onsite micro-winery. Includes fruit, white, red, dessert/fortified, and smoked styles. Prices are moderate. VIP membership adds value.
Menu strengths
- — Onsite micro-winery crafting wines from imported grape skins and juice.
- — Award-winning labels including Twenty Mile Red, Clarke Farms Fortitude, and Carménère.
- — Unique smoked wine series, rare in the region.
Standout selections
- — Twenty Mile Red – Gold and Silver Medal Tempranillo with berry, plum, and herbal notes.
- — Smoked Twenty Mile Red – Same Tempranillo smoked with peach wood.
- — Lavender Riesling (Limited Edition) – 2024 Bronze Medal, off-dry with lavender hints.
Pricing: Fruit wines $9/glass or $17.99/bottle; whites $10–$13/glass or $19.99–$26.99/bottle; reds $12/glass or $24.99/bottle; smoked wines $28.99/bottle.
How it sits with the food
Pair the medium-bodied Twenty Mile Red with grilled meats or hard cheeses. The smoked reds could handle barbecue or smoked dishes. For fruit-forward Sunset or Dransfeldt Sweet Red, consider light desserts or spicy fare.
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