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Best Wine Bars in New York

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Ardesia is a popular wine bar that has a patio with brightly colored flowers where one can spend a warm evening. There are around 30 wines to choose from, categorized into Old World and New World. The food is freshly prepared at the venue and consists of charcuterie, cheese and imaginative snacks to increase the appeal of the wine. Spend a lovely evening under the stars, amidst brightly colored flowers, with a glass of wine in hand.

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With a white chalkboard announcing the daily specials, Lelabar is a stylish wine bar in the West Village that offers a generous variety of wines to sample. The bar is designed in an oval shape with tables running all around. There is iron work, glass and dim lighting for added effect. The sommeliers are knowledgeable and a boon to the uninitiated with good suggestions for the beverage. Wine tasting events also take place regularly. The bar food consists of simple snacks like panini and Brie. The wine list features 150 wines with the likes of Spanna, Gamay and Tempranillo.

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A cozy neighborhood wine bar, Brook Vin serves classic wine that can be savored at leisure. One can sit comfortably in the garden and savor the beverages with friends, or have a quiet meal alone. It has a fine list of red and white wine including specimens like the peachy Shooting Star Aligoté and the Château de Caladroy “Les Schistes.” While one can buy by the glass or bottle, the concept of buying a half bottle is also entertained at this venue. Thus, one has more freedom to experiment and explore the various wines on display, without too much trouble of finishing it. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful, often suggesting suitable wines. Food is also served here.

Located right in the heart of trendy Williamsburg lies the Brooklyn Winery. The founders decided to start the winery after noticing the almost total lack of wineries in Brooklyn, and the rest is history. In fact, the Brooklyn Winery is only the second full-service facility for winemaking in all of New York's boroughs. The winery offers tours of the facility, which last 30 minutes and are followed by a 30 minute tasting session. Or if you're more of a self-guided wine drinker, just head to the tasting room and sample to your heart's content.

Ayza Wine and Chocolate Bar located in Midtown, provides a perfect fine-dining experience focusing solely on chocolate and wine. With an impressive selection of wines and champagnes, Ayza has something to delight every palate. If you have no knowledge of wines, fear not as they are happy to organize an intimate wine tasting and food pairing for your visit. With perfect decor that is elegant and classy yet at the same time cozy, and the perfect combination of exquisite wine and chocolate, Ayza has a sensual ambiance perfect for a romantic evening. Be sure to try their famed White Truffle Pizza and sip on a Chocolate Martini if you are not in the mood for wine. Visit their website for more details on special events like Couples Night, Girls Night Out and others.

Overlooking Hudson River, City Vineyard is set on Pier 26 in Hudson River Park. Opened in 2006, this restaurant is run by the entrepreneur Michael Dorf. The restaurant’s menu features dishes that have an eclectic mix of flavors from places like France, Italy, Middle-East and Spain. The well-curated menu even consists of delicious wines from wine-growing regions like Chile, Washington, California and Oregon. Events like wine tasting sessions, weddings, meetings, concerts and parties are often held here. City Vineyard has branches in other locations like Washington DC, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston and Nashville.

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Initially a gritty neighborhood, Hell's Kitchen is now an upscale area where young Wall Street hotshots throng, and perfectly suiting that posh vibe is Nittis. This high-end, family-owned business will transport you back to the 1950s, when Italians dominated the scene. Savor some authentic Italian cuisine with dishes like Chicken Parmigiana, Branzino, Bucatini Pomodoro, and a lot more. In the mood for a drink? Try out their fresh signature cocktails like Hell's Kitchen Sour, Italian Mule, or Santa's Nightcap. Although the food is rather pricey, the charming ambiance more than makes up for it. Plush red sofas and black marble tables dot the entire restaurant. The bar looks gorgeous, with exposed red brick walls and an impressive liquor collection. Full of style, substance, and history, Nittis is a must-visit if you're in the area.

Sofia Wine Bar and Cafe is touted as Midtown's best restaurant. Serving pizzas and panini along with a raw bar offering tuna, oysters, shrimp, and clams, Sofia Wine Bar and Cafe also has an extensive wine list of 80 international varieties. The wine is carefully looked after and kept in containers with wine sealers. There are 25 types of beer, too. The venue has a classic feel to it, with red walls and chic furnishings. The minimalistic decor also adds to the elegant appeal.

The Ten Bells is a modern Italian wine bar that has a collection of the best wines from France and Italy. One might find the likes of "Initial" Grand Cru, Siecle D'Or, and Rose "Winiphine" on the elaborate wine menu. Certain wines are only available by the bottle. There is a selection of oysters and crabs to relish along with the regular bar food consisting of charcuterie and sandwiches. The olives especially taste great with the wine. The bar has a cozy feel to it with the dim lighting adding to the appeal. Consult the knowledgeable staff for a good wine recommendation that suits your taste.

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