Bar
Unclaimed profileWinnie's Wine Bar
St. Louis, MO · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Winnie's Wine Bar runs a serious beverage program with an extensive wine list, themed flights, and a Coravin system for premium pours. Cocktails are creative and affordable, while the beer list covers local and international drafts. Non-alcoholic options are limited but include beer and sparkling rosé. A destination for wine lovers seeking variety and value.
- What should I order?
- Start with a themed flight like Bubbles Before Takeoff or Gaining Altitude, then a Coravin-poured premium glass. The Whiskey Tango Foxtrot cocktail offers a smoky bourbon profile, and the Mile High Margarita pairs tequila with sparkling wine. For beer, try a local draft like Modern Brewery Party Supplies.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive list and flights. Cocktail fans will find creative, reasonably priced drinks. Beer drinkers have a solid draft and bottle selection. Non-alcoholic drinkers have a few options, but the program is less focused there.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal for wine flights and cocktails. The bar's aviation-themed flights suggest a casual, exploratory vibe, suitable for a relaxed after-work gathering or a pre-dinner drink.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $10 to $17, with a $10 frozen option. Wine flights run $16 to $44, and wines by the glass range from $9 to $23. Bottles range from $28 to $274. Draft beers are $3.25 to $8.50; bottles are $6 to $10.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Coravin system allows premium wines by the glass, and themed flights like 'Bubbles Before Takeoff' and 'Gaining Altitude' add a playful, curated element. The cocktail menu features unusual ingredients like hickory-smoked syrup and sumac honey, setting it apart from typical bar programs.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail menu with 11 options using diverse spirits and house-made syrups. Prices are moderate, with a frozen house cocktail at $10. Standouts include the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot and Mile High Margarita.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse spirits and creative ingredients; Reasonable pricing; House frozen cocktail adds casual appeal
Standout selections
- — Whiskey Tango Foxtrot: Davies County bourbon, hickory smoked syrup, cherry bitters ($17)
- — Mile High Margarita: Libelula tequila, fresh sour, sparkling wine ($16)
- — Rock Lobster: Control C pisco, Chamberyzette strawberry, sumac honey syrup ($15)
Pricing: Cocktails range from $10 to $17.
Wine
Extensive wine list with sections for sparkling, crisp, rich, sweet, rosé, and red wines. Themed flights and Coravin access elevate the experience. Notable producers include Veuve Clicquot and Perrier-Jouët.
Menu strengths
- — Deep selection across many varietals and regions; Curated themed flights
Standout selections
- — Bubbles Before Takeoff Flight: Pierre Sparr, Cantine Maschio, Freixenet ($20)
- — First Class Flight: Belle Glos, Duckhorn, Paolo Scavino ($44)
- — Domaine Long-DePaquit Chablis 2023: white flowers, flint, almond ($20 glass/$78 bottle)
- — Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2014: fresh, delicate white fruit ($274)
Pricing: Wine flights $16-$44; by-the-glass $9-$23; bottles $28-$274.
Beer
Solid beer program with local and international drafts and bottles. Includes non-alcoholic options from Well Being and Gruvi. Prices are competitive.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of local and international beers; Non-alcoholic options available
Standout selections
- — 3 Floyds Turbo Reaper IPA ($6.50)
- — Brick River Homestead Peach Cider ($8.50)
- — Boulevard Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale ($4.25 half pour)
Pricing: Draft $3.25-$8.50; bottles $6-$10.
Nonalcoholic
Limited but quality non-alcoholic options: two NA beers and an alcohol-free sparkling rosé. No mocktail menu, but the NA beer and wine alternatives provide choice.
Menu strengths
- — Non-alcoholic beer from Well Being and Gruvi; Alcohol-free sparkling rosé
Standout selections
- — Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Alcohol Free Sparkling Rosé ($12)
- — Well Being Brewing Hellraiser Amber Ale
Pricing: Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Alcohol Free sparkling rosé $12.
Spirits
No dedicated spirits list; spirits appear only in cocktail descriptions. The variety used is notable, including tequila, vodka, bourbon, pisco, and gin, but lack of a standalone menu limits assessment.
How it sits with the food
No food menu was provided, but the wine list includes sections for crisp, rich, and sweet wines, which can pair with a range of dishes. The cocktail program's savory elements, such as jalapeño and sumac, suggest they could complement bar snacks or light fare.
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