For those who want to delve into the universe of uruguayan wines without going to the wineries, a good tip is to explore the wine bars that are scattered around the city.
It has something for all tastes and the tip is to enjoy the wines by the glass, so you can taste several, discover new labels and get a taste of what they are producing there.
It is worth remembering that, although the Uruguay take fame for your tannats , has other excellent types of grapes that deserve to be tasted. Special attention to whites!
Spleen
THE Spleen, located in the neighborhood of Punta Carretas, it’s the best looking restaurant. They work direct – 365 days a year, from 12:00 to 24:00. Even for those looking for a place to celebrate Christmas or New Year’s Eve, they will be open and ready to toast.
The wine list is not exclusively Uruguayan, but of the 15 options by the glass, 7 are local. In the cellar there are more than 200 bottles of a varied and careful selection, organized by strain. The food menu is also impressive. It is possible to order from a selection of cheeses and charcuterie, quiches, sandwiches and salads to pastas and dishes based on meat or seafood.
Balthazar
the remarkable little Balthazar is located inside the Ferrando Market, in the Cordon neighborhood. The laid-back place has around 80 labels giving great attention to small Uruguayan producers . By the glass, always from 10 to 12 different options.
The counter also leaves cheese and cured boards, but the options extend to the entire market. It is possible to order a glass to accompany the dishes of the various restaurants there, with options ranging from croquettes and parrilla to pizza, tacos or hamburgers. Open daily, it follows the market hours and closes only on December 25th and January 1st.
wine bar
In the elegant neighborhood of Carrasco is the beautiful and austere wine bar . It has an extensive menu divided by regions of Uruguay, a didactic format for those who want to know better what they are tasting.
In total, there are more than 200 options in bottles, with options from several countries, including: Jerez, Porto and even Uruguayan vermouth. Starters to share, three main course options and desserts come from the kitchen.
Montevideo Wine Experience
It’s become a classic! Located in Ciudad Vieja, the charming Montevideo Wine Experience has an impressive 40 labels from several Uruguayan wineries per cup , as well as a selection of cellar wines and special vintages for sale by the bottle. There is also the possibility of tastings chosen by owner Nicolas Bruzone. The nights usually have good live music and snacks to accompany the bohemia.
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The newest on this list is a few meters from Rodó Park, in a region that has been gaining good bars, cafes and restaurants. At the from almost everything comes out by the cup. There are 14 Uruguayan wine taps from wineries near Montevideo. Guard wines are also available by the bottle.
To accompany, a tapas menu very well executed and so tempting that – even the most carnivores – will not realize that the menu is vegetarian. The place is open from lunch to dinner, from Monday to Sunday.
Giuliana Nogueira
Giuliana Nogueira is Brazilian, psychologist, photographer and communications advisor. She is not an oenologist or sommelierè. But she is an oenophile, especially passionate about Uruguayan wines and Uruguay. She maintains Instagram @Instannat , speaking more about Uruguayan wines than the Uruguayans themselves. Whenever he can, he travels to the land of our neighbors, who know how to receive very well.
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