subject: A Guide To Romes Best Wine Bars [print this page] Rome has long been home to many acclaimed wine bars. During the 1960s [aka the dark ages of wine bars] wine was always accompanied with small, accompanying plates of food. The success of these early wine bars, or enoteche as they are referred to in Italian, was followed by a host of new bars opening throughout the city. If youre lucky enough to be staying in the centrally located Worldhotel Ripa Roma, the citys best wine bars are all within walking distance and just as well if youre planning on a lot of tasting! Here are some of the very best.
Antica Enoteca, Via delle CroceOne of Romes most unpretentious wine bars. Rustic wood-beamed ceilings, stone archways, a curved wood and brass counter and tall shelves filled with wine bottles greet you as you walk in. This enoteca doesnt want to be trendy, instead its desire is to be authentic. While it has a casual demeanour, dont let that fool you. The wine list is certainly one to be admired and the wait staff are highly knowledgeable about the forty [plus] wines available on the menu.
Camponeschi Wine Bar, Piazza FarneseIf its a posh, demure and traditional Roman wine bar that you are looking for, this is your place and it is located just a short distance from the Worldhotel Ripa Roma. The city is very proud of its upscale establishments and the Camponeschi Wine Bar is certainly one of them. It has an enormous and highly diverse wine list, including some of the Camponeschi familys own from their estate in Lazio.
Cul de Sac, Piazza di PasquinoThis is one of Romes old-school wine bars in terms of age and ambiance. It has a very cozy vibe partly because of its size! It is extremely narrow inside with a tiny patio area. However, as the saying goes, good things come in small packages, and in this case it is certainly true. Cul de Sac has a diverse and interesting wine list, available by the glass, many of which start at just 3.
There are certainly more than these three phenomenal enotecas in Rome, but this will give you a great starting point. If you enjoy specific wines or are looking for a distinct atmosphere, be sure to consult with the concierge when you check into the Worldhotel Ripa Roma. The city is brimming with wine bars, restaurants, and cafs around every corner but sometimes the best ones are in hidden, out of the way locations so an insiders tip will be invaluable.
