As one of the largest Spanish wine programs in the United States, we offer an extensive selection from Spain and South America. We serve 40 wines by the glass and approximately by the bottle, spanning more than regions. We are constantly expanding and refining our wine offerings. Sample Wine List. Wine Store Gretchen on Forbes. The Barcelona Wine Bar wine program is a living, growing, ever-changing collection of wines of the highest quality from around the worldβ focused most specifically on Spain and South America.
The list spans over regions, hundreds of makers, and around selections at any given time. There is a focus on makers that put quality and craft at the forefrontβ we do not chase brands or trends, but rather: patience, art, genius, and dedication. Biodynamic winemaking, women winemakers, small-producers, iconic wines of provenance and craft β whether 3 hectares or , the vein that runs through ALL of our wines is a true love of earth and excellence.
Aiming to be a casual, eclectic, and a truly fun dining experience, the restaurant began expanding its dining room and kitchen over the years to meet the demand. Today, all eligible Barcelona Wine Bars have this highest honor. In addition to these three-star rankings, we have also been awarded Jury Prizes in recognition of our exceptional Spanish wine selection.
We consider the concept chef driven, and the food inspired by simply prepared market fresh cuisine, like you would find in the food stalls of the Boqueria Market in Barcelona or Central Market in Valencia. The wine list is largely the same in each of our restaurants, with some variations based on market availability. Gretchen Thomas and Emily Nevin-Giannini are responsible for the expansive program:. Emily Nevin-Giannini is an accomplished wine educator and professional, focused on Spanish and South-American wines.
As Beverage Director, she travels extensively to procure wines for Barcelona Wine Bar, focusing on small producers who are using the highest quality methods. With the wine program as a banner, Barcelona Wine Bar is committed to not only showcasing the best of what Spain and South America have to offer, but simply giving our guests a sincerely fun experience. We believe that casual dining does not have to be a mediocre experience.
